Hormel Historic Home

The Hormel Historic Home, located at 208 4th Avenue Northwest in Austin, Minnesota, is a house museum built in 1871 in the Italianate style with Classical Revival details, dedicated to preserving the home and history of George A. and Lillian Hormel. The home is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and operates as a museum offering self-guided and group tours, while also serving as an event venue with a 250-seat Carriage Hall Event Center. The organization’s mission centers on honoring the Hormel family legacy of hospitality, music, arts, education, and community service through meaningful programming, outreach, and educational initiatives.