Mission:  “To establish the Historic Bluff Country Region of Southeastern Minnesota as a desirable travel destination, as well as to strengthen and improve the economic base of the area.”

Southeastern Minnesota Historic Bluff Country is a Convention and Visitors Bureau that was incorporated in 1985. It is a regional association comprised of communities, businesses, individuals, and organizations working together to promote tourism and related activities in Southeastern Minnesota.

Our geographic area lies south of Interstate 90 to the State of Iowa, and east of Highway 56 to the Mississippi River, including Fillmore and Houston Counties as well as parts of Mower, Olmsted, and Winona Counties.

The organization is directed by innovative and ambitious volunteer members. Historic Bluff Country staff will be happy to assist you with lodging referrals and share information that will encourage a delightful adventure to discover the magic in Southeastern Minnesota.

Promotional Activities -- The Back Roads and Bluff Country Magic brochure is the primary printed marketing vehicle, listing attractions, lodging, dining, shopping, and sightseeing opportunities throughout the Bluff Country area, with 50,000 copies distributed each year. The brochure also includes an annual listing of festivals and events in the region. The Back Roads is the response piece for all inquiries and is distributed at the Minnesota State Fair, at travel shows, through all twelve state travel information centers, at local visitor centers, at member convention and visitor bureaus, and Chambers of Commerce, along interstate 94/90 in Wisconsin and in various other places.

Opportunities for Involvement -- Members of Historic Bluff Country contribute to the organization through their membership fees, committee work, and volunteer activities. Seven members are elected to the Board of Directors to oversee the business of the organization.

If you would like to become a member, please contact the

Historic Bluff Country Office

1-800-428-2030

 hbc@harmonytel.net

WE OFFER MEMBERS:

• Internet presence via Historic Bluff Country website

• Regional tourism organization working for the benefit of the region

• Regional identity with coordination of events and activities

• Central distribution of member brochures

• Cooperative advertising

• Representation at Travel Shows and Minnesota State Fair

• Recognized Convention & Visitors Bureau actively promoting the area
  as site for meetings and events

• Interaction and networking with other tourism businesses and organizations

• Referral assistance to member businesses

• Annual Calendar of Events

• Data collection and tracking Direct contact with Minnesota Office of Tourism and other State Agencies

Historic Bluff Country
P.O. Box 609
Harmony, MN 55939
1-800-428-2030

hbc@harmonytel.net