Minnesota History Center

The History Center will be open December 26 - January 5 for winter break.

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Museum hours

Day Hours
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

All hours

Museum admission

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

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Museums for All (Free Admission) 
Museums on Us (Card Holder Offer)

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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.

Map & directions

What to see and do

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

Featured exhibit

Girlhood (It’s complicated)

September 7, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Explore the ever-evolving experience of girlhood in the US with over 100 objects from the Smithsonian collection, interactive displays, archive photographs, and more. And don’t forget to check out the section on girls’ basketball in Minnesota, developed by the Minnesota Historical Society, digging deeper into the importance of participation, encouragement, and support for women both on and off the court.

Reframing Our Stories

October 21, 2023 - October 31, 2025
Witness the resilience and strength of Minnesota’s Native communities through stories reframed by their own words, experiences, and perspectives.

Upcoming special events