Forest History Center

Adventure in the north woods

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Experience the stories of the north woods and learn about the lumberjacks who called these forests home.

Explore Minnesota’s forests of yesterday and today through exhibits and nature trails.

Hours

September 5, 2022 – June 6, 2023

Closed for the season except for special events.

Accessibility

All hours

Admission

Adults: $12 
Seniors (65+), veterans, active military, college students: $10 
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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History-Connects (Reduced Admission)

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Getting here

2609 County Road 76
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
foresthistory@mnhs.org
218-327-4482

Free public parking is available on site.

Map and directions

What to see and do

  • Explore the history and ecology of the north woods and shop for unique gifts and souvenirs to take home.
    Discover at the visitor center
  • See how the lumberjacks lived and worked at a recreated 1900-era logging camp.
    Tour the logging camp
  • Climb a 100-foot fire tower for a spectacular view of the Mississippi River and the forest canopy. You may even experience a bald eagle soaring by!
    Climb the fire tower
  • Enjoy hiking, biking, skiing, and snowshoeing on 5 miles of maintained trails through forests, wetlands, and grasslands that abound with wildlife.
    Get back to nature

Upcoming events

Making the Carry book cover.

"Making the Carry" by Timothy Cochrane Author Event

Forest History Center, Grand Rapids
Sat., Apr 22, 2023, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Regular site admission