Adventure in the north woods
Forest History Center
Adventure in the north woods
Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Adults | $10 |
| Seniors (65+) Veterans Active military College students 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)
Getting here
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.
What to see and do
What to see and do
Discover at the visitor center
Explore the history and ecology of the north woods and shop for unique gifts and souvenirs to take home.
Climb the fire tower
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!
Tour the logging camp
See how the lumberjacks lived and worked at a recreated 1900-era logging camp.
Get back to nature
Enjoy hiking, biking, skiing, and snowshoeing on 5 miles of maintained trails through forests, wetlands, and grasslands that abound with wildlife.