Hours and Admission
Hours
September 5, 2023 – May 23, 2024
Closed for the season.
May 24 – September 2, 2024
One-hour tours are offered on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 10:00 am, 11:30 am, 1:00 pm, 2:30 pm, and 4:00 pm.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed* |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Sunday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
*Open Memorial Day and Labor Day.
September 3 – December 31, 2024
Closed for the season.
Admission
| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Adult | $10 |
| Seniors ages 65+ Veterans Active military College students | $8 |
| Children ages 5–17 | $6 |
| Children age 4 and under | Free |
| MNHS members, DCHS members, and Sibley Friends members | Free |
| Blue Star Families (Armed Forces Day–Labor Day) | Free (On-site only) |
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History-Connects (Reduced Admission)
Tickets are available through the Dakota County Historical Society.
2024 Holiday schedule
- Open Memorial Day, 10:00 am—5:00 pm (May 27, 2024)
- Open Labor Day, 10:00 am—5:00 pm (September 2, 2024)
- Closed all other holidays
Special offers
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