Minnesota History Center

Where Minnesota history lives.

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Inspiring exhibits, thought-provoking programs, live performances, and action-packed discovery

The History Center feeds your curiosity about Minnesota’s stories, people, and places.

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Museum hours

Day Hours
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

All hours

Museum admission

 Cost
Adult$15
Seniors ages 65+,
Veterans,
Active military,
College students		$12
Children ages 5–17$8
Children age 4 and underFree
MNHS membersFree
Blue Star Families (Armed Forces Day – Labor Day)Free (On-site only)

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Getting here

345 W. Kellogg Blvd.   
St. Paul, MN 55102   
651-259-3000

The parking lot at the Minnesota History Center is available to building visitors, members, and the general public when spaces are available. Enter from Kellogg Boulevard.

Daily parking is $6. Members receive a discounted rate of $4 when they show their card.

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What to see and do

  • Museum.
    Visit exhibits that feature experiences for all ages — from active discovery for children, to timely cultural explorations that enrich your perspective.
    Museum
  • Shopping.
    The museum store features a wide selection of Minnesota-inspired products, gifts, jewelry, and books — including the full catalog of MNHS Press.
    Shopping
  • Rental.
    Whether your event is black-tie or casual, the History Center is a spectacular setting for your special celebration or corporate gathering.
    Rental
  • Library and collections.
    The Gale Family Library is open for on-site research by appointment. Distance services are available.
    Library
  • Stay energized during your visit to the History Center with a delicious meal or snack at Cafe Minnesota.
    Dining
  • More things to see.
    Gather in the community spaces, take a photo in front of a larger-than-life postcard, and so much more!
    More things to see
  • Scouts and youth groups.
    When youth groups come to visit, they’ll receive an introduction from museum staff and self-guided time in the exhibits.
    Scouts and youth groups
  • Field trips.
    School groups have a rich, educational experience with hands-on fun along the way.
    Field trips

Featured exhibits

Julia Child: A Recipe For Life.
Julia Child: A Recipe For Life.

Open September 27, 2025 – May 31, 2026

Step into the extraordinary life of Julia Child—a spirited trailblazer whose love of French cooking, perseverance, and humor transformed American kitchens forever.

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The Stories We Keep: 25 Objects from MNHS.
The Stories We Keep: 25 Objects from MNHS

Open November 19, 2025 – August 2026

This exhibit features 25 objects from MNHS collections—a rich trove built on the generosity and foresight of thousands of people who have entrusted us with their belongings and their stories.

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ROS opening
Reframing Our Stories

Witness the resilience and strength of Minnesota’s Native communities through stories reframed by their own words, experiences, and perspectives.

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Our Home: Native Minnesota

View historic and contemporary photographs, maps, and artifacts and learn how Minnesota's Native communities have retained cultural practices, teachings and values, and an essential connection to home.

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