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Upcoming Events
Open to Mayo Clinic patients, employees and members of the public; no charge.
Heritage Days
Our annual celebration of the history and culture of Mayo Clinic … an expression of thanks to employees and volunteers … and plenty for patients, too!
Peregrine Falcon Program
Since 1987, an annual tradition on the Rochester campus. With our webcam, you can view, learn about – and help name – these fast-flying raptors.
The Carillon at Mayo Clinic
Atop the Plummer Building on our campus in Rochester, Minnesota, is a 56-bell carillon. It is one of the largest instruments of its kind and the only carillon at a medical center.
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Holiday Lighting of the Plummer Building
We’re delighted to continue a holiday tradition: special lighting of the historic Plummer Building in Rochester, Minn.
History of Medicine Society Lecture Series
Distinguished scholars offer in-depth presentations on the milestones of medical history.
Places To Visit at Mayo Clinic
Availability, dates, times and admission policies vary among these sites. Check each listing for specific information.
Tours of Mayo Clinic
If you are on the Rochester, Minn., campus as a patient or the companion of a patient, four tours are available.
Mayo Clinic Heritage Hall
Interactive museum linking Mayo’s past and present with our vision for the future, and the key role of philanthropy in advancing Mayo’s mission.
W. Bruce Fye Center for the History of Medicine
Offices of Dr. Will and Dr. Charlie Mayo, along with their diplomas, awards and many artifacts.
W. Bruce Fye History of Medicine Library
A resource for scholars, this library contains works spanning centuries of medical progress and discovery. The collection also includes unique books and artifacts of human interest related to medicine and Mayo Clinic.
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Plummer Building
This iconic 1928 structure is a marvel of architecture and design.
Research Information Center
Today’s research is tomorrow’s treatment and cure. This center will introduce you to the many types of research taking place at Mayo Clinic.
Barbara Woodward Lips Patient Education Center
Become an effective partner in your health care by using the resources of the Barbara Woodward Lips Patient Education Center.
Stephen and Barbara Slaggie Family Cancer Education Center
Discover reliable, up-to-date information on cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
Other Historic Locations
These places have limited availability, so we are providing online information to help give you the experience of “being there.” Check the specifics in each listing.
Mayowood
From 1911 to 1968, two generations of the Mayo family lived in this gracious country estate. Now undergoing extensive renovation and enhancement, Mayowood is open to the public.
Mayo Foundation House
In 1938, Dr. Will and his wife, Hattie, donated their home to Mayo Clinic as a meeting place “for the good of mankind.”
Assisi Heights and the Wilson House
Assisi Heights is the motherhouse of the Sisters of St. Francis, who founded Saint Marys Hospital. The nearby Wilson House is the home of an early Mayo Clinic pioneer.
Plummer House
Built by Henry Plummer, M.D., the “diversified genius” of Mayo Clinic’s founding generation, the house and grounds are managed by Rochester Parks and Recreation, and are open to the public.
W.W. Mayo House
Managed by the Minnesota Historical Society, this home was built by William Worrall Mayo, M.D., in 1859 and is open to the public.