NEW ULM — The Brown County Historical Society (BCHS) and New Ulm Public Library are sponsoring a number of events to commemorate the 155th anniversary of the U.S.-Dakota War the week of Aug. 21. Confirm programs at 507-233-2620 or www.browncountyhistorymn.org. Van tour of Leavenworth Rescue area A luxury van tour of the historic Leavenworth Rescue area in rural Brown County is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 25 from 9:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. The tour, which will be narrated by local historian Paul Severson, will depart from the BCHS (2 N. Broadway, New Ulm) and will include Sigel and ...