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Events
Friday, October 11
Keepers Tour
Experience Split Rock Lighthouse like the keepers and their families did.
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Split Rock Lighthouse,
Two Harbors
- Tours
Great Northern Forest History Tour
Take a 90-minute, horse-drawn trolley tour narrated by interpreters.
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Forest History Center,
Grand Rapids
- Tours
Mississippi River Kayak Adventure
Take a guided kayak tour of the Mississippi River.
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Forest History Center,
Grand Rapids
- Tours
The Draft Horse Experience
Get a hands-on, 90-minute experience with our horses.
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Forest History Center,
Grand Rapids
- Tours
Ramsey After Dark: Victorian Superstitions
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
- Lectures & Talks
Ramsey After Dark: Victorian Superstitions
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
- Lectures & Talks
Saturday, October 12
Grand Views Tour
Capture stunning photographs of the iconic Split Rock from various angles and locations.
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Split Rock Lighthouse,
Two Harbors
- Tours
History on Two Wheels: Inside Historic Fort Snelling and to the Upper Post
Join a Historic Fort Snelling Bike Tour focused on history within the fort!
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Historic Fort Snelling,
Saint Paul
- Tours
Interpreter Guided Tour
Join an interpreter on a guided tour and hear stories of people who lived in Forestville.
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Historic Forestville,
Preston
- Tours
Keepers Tour
Experience Split Rock Lighthouse like the keepers and their families did.
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Split Rock Lighthouse,
Two Harbors
- Tours
Great Northern Forest History Tour
Take a 90-minute, horse-drawn trolley tour narrated by interpreters.
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Forest History Center,
Grand Rapids
- Tours
Mississippi River Kayak Adventure
Take a guided kayak tour of the Mississippi River.
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Forest History Center,
Grand Rapids
- Tours
Apple Butter Boil
Chase the October chill away while participating in an open fire cooking demonstration.
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Historic Forestville,
Preston
History a la Golf Cart Tour
Hop aboard for a personal, staff-guided golf cart tour through the many stories of Fort Snelling’s past.
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Historic Fort Snelling,
Saint Paul
- Tours
Twin Cities Hip-Hop Day: A Conversation on Tradition
Join us for a presentation and community discussion exploring the importance of documenting the rich history of hip-hop in the Twin Cities community.
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Minnesota History Center,
St. Paul
- Lectures & Talks
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
Meet the Christie Home!
Snapshot Saturdays
Discover the history of the site, learn about the beautiful home, and participate in a discussion.
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Charles Lindbergh House and Museum,
Little Falls
- Lectures & Talks
History a la Golf Cart Tour
Hop aboard for a personal, staff-guided golf cart tour through the many stories of Fort Snelling’s past.
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Historic Fort Snelling,
Saint Paul
- Tours
The Draft Horse Experience
Get a hands-on, 90-minute experience with our horses.
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Forest History Center,
Grand Rapids
- Tours
Interpreter Guided Tour
Join an interpreter on a guided tour and hear stories of people who lived in Forestville.
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Historic Forestville,
Preston
- Tours
Sunday, October 13
Keepers Tour
Experience Split Rock Lighthouse like the keepers and their families did.
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Split Rock Lighthouse,
Two Harbors
- Tours
Millers' Tour
Tour the National Historic Landmark Washburn A Mill Complex, the home of Mill City Museum.
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Mill City Museum,
Minneapolis
- Tours
The Brothers of Rondo: Premiere Film Screening
Join us for the film screening premiere of Brothers of Rondo.
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Minnesota History Center,
St. Paul
- Music, Films, Performances
Thursday, October 17
Harvest Days
Experience the final days of harvest on the historic Kelley farmstead.
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Oliver Kelley Farm,
Elk River
- Family
MEA Days: Create Your Fort Experience
You'll be provided a map and your very own "passport" to guide you throughout the 22 acre site as you pick and choose your own adventure.
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Historic Fort Snelling,
Saint Paul
- Family