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Events
Sunday, May 19
Nooks and Crannies Tour
Get a behind-the-scenes look at areas of the James J. Hill House that are not featured on the standard house tour.
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James J. Hill House,
St. Paul
- Tours
Thursday, May 23
Minnesota History Center Free Thursday Nights in May Sponsored by Donaldson Company
Enjoy free admission and free parking at the Minnesota History Center every Thursday night in May from 4:00-8:00pm, courtesy of Donaldson Company.
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Minnesota History Center,
St. Paul
- Family
North Shore Community Night
Come spend an evening with the community at Split Rock Lighthouse!
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Split Rock Lighthouse,
Two Harbors
Author Event: "How the Birds Got Their Songs" with Travis Zimmerman and Sam Zimmerman / Zhaawanoogiizhik
Join author Travis Zimmerman and illustrator Sam Zimmerman / Zhaawanoogiizhik during North Shore Community Night.
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Split Rock Lighthouse,
Two Harbors
Friday, May 24
Ramsey After Dark: Mental Illness and the Victorian Mind
Explore the hidden secrets of Victorian society in this evening tour. Topics change monthly. Tours last 75 minutes and are recommended for ages 18+.
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Alexander Ramsey House,
Saint Paul
- Tours
Ramsey After Dark: Mental Illness and the Victorian Mind
Explore the hidden secrets of Victorian society in this evening tour. Topics change monthly. Tours last 75 minutes and are recommended for ages 18+.
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Alexander Ramsey House,
Saint Paul
- Tours
Saturday, May 25
Summer Program Preview at Historic Fort Snelling
Preview our summer program on Saturday of Memorial Day weekend.
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Historic Fort Snelling,
Saint Paul
- Family
- Tours
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Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post,
Onamia
- Classes & Workshops
- Family
- Native American
Author Event: "Last Entry Point" with Joe Friedrichs
Get ready for summer backcountry adventures with journalist and podcaster Joe Friedrichs.
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Split Rock Lighthouse,
Two Harbors
The RavensFire Band at Historic Forestville
Come hear these talented, funny, and friendly musicians.
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Historic Forestville,
Preston
- Music, Films, Performances
Monday, May 27
Memorial Day: "Decoration Day" in Minnesota during WWII
Come out to spend Memorial Day at Historic Fort Snelling and experience how Minnesota celebrated “Decoration Day” in the 1940s.
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Historic Fort Snelling,
Saint Paul
Memorial Day Powwow
Join us for a traditional powwow to honor our veterans.
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Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post,
Onamia
- Family
- Native American
Thursday, May 30
Minnesota History Center Free Thursday Nights in May Sponsored by Donaldson Company
Enjoy free admission and free parking at the Minnesota History Center every Thursday night in May from 4:00-8:00pm, courtesy of Donaldson Company.
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Minnesota History Center,
St. Paul
- Family
Friday, May 31
Spirits Dancing: A Night Sky Immersive Experience
Become inspired to build a relationship with the night sky.
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Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post,
Onamia
- Lectures & Talks
- Native American
Saturday, June 1
Historic Riverfront Walking Tour
Take a guided walking tour of the Minneapolis riverfront.
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Mill City Museum,
Minneapolis
- Tours
Three Sisters Garden Planting
Join us in our annual garden planting!
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Jeffers Petroglyphs,
Comfrey
- Family
Thursday, June 6
Free Thursday Nights at the History Center
Visit the Minnesota History Center on a Thursday night from 4 pm-8 pm, and get FREE admission!
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Minnesota History Center,
St. Paul
- Family
Saturday, June 8
Summer Family Days
Bring the whole family to Historic Fort Snelling for a specially planned day of family-friendly activities.
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Historic Fort Snelling,
Saint Paul
- Family
Women's Work Tour
Discover the stories of women who lived and worked in Minneapolis on this outdoor tour.
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Mill City Museum,
Minneapolis
- Tours
Archery Workshop
Let certified archery instructors teach you how to shoot a bow and arrow.
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Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post,
Onamia
- Classes & Workshops
- Native American
Sunday, June 9
Millers' Tour
Tour the National Historic Landmark Washburn A Mill Complex.
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Mill City Museum,
Minneapolis
- Tours
Thursday, June 13
Free Thursday Nights at the History Center
Visit the Minnesota History Center on a Thursday night from 4 pm-8 pm, and get FREE admission!
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Minnesota History Center,
St. Paul
- Family
Friday, June 14
Ramsey After Dark: The Other Victorians
Explore the hidden secrets of Victorian society in this evening tour. Topics change monthly. Tours last 75 minutes and are recommended for ages 18+.
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Alexander Ramsey House,
Saint Paul
- Tours
Ramsey After Dark: The Other Victorians
Explore the hidden secrets of Victorian society in this evening tour. Topics change monthly. Tours last 75 minutes and are recommended for ages 18+.
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Alexander Ramsey House,
Saint Paul
- Tours
Saturday, June 15
History on Two Wheels: Historic Fort Snelling to Coldwater Spring and New Hope
Join us for a remarkable bicycle tour into the past.
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Historic Fort Snelling,
Saint Paul
- Tours