Faribault Attractions

The Alexander Faribault House is a Greek Revival dwelling where Faribault conducted both his business, as a fur trader, and his personal life. Faribault's house served as a conference center, polling place and church.

The Episcopal Cathedral of Our Merciful Savior in Faribault was begun in 1862 and completed in 1869. Features include the bishop's chair and a stained-glass window showing a peace pipe on a broken tomahawk.

The Faribault Woolen Mill has been manufacturing Faribo wool blankets since 1865. Tours of the factory are available to watch wool blankets being made from start to finish.

Ivan Whillock creates wood sculpture, bronze statues, and reliefs. His Faribault studio is housed in an 1865 limestone structure.

Rice County Museum of History in Faribault contains historical memorabilia and a genealogical research center. An 1856 log cabin, 1870s Episcopal church, agricultural building, 1920s kitchen and a restored one-room schoolhouse are on the grounds.