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.

Overview of the Forest History Center, showcasing its exhibits and nature trails.

Minnesota’s historical sites like Forest History Center thrive thanks to your support.

Hours

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Accessibility

Admission

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

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Museums for All (Free Admission)

Click "Get tickets" to purchase tickets for site admission, kayak tours, or horse-drawn trolley tours.

Getting here

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

Free public parking is available on site.

Horse-drawn Trolley Rides

June 4th through August 30th

Join us for a 60-minute horse-drawn trolley tour, presenting a robust history of our site. Topics will include the Mississippi River and the early people of the region, including Native groups and European settlers.

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Upcoming

MNHS Events

Winter Sleigh Rides

Step into a winter wonderland on a horse drawn sleigh ride at the Forest History Center.

Saturday Snowshoeing at the Forest History Center

Take a snowshoe hike at the Forest History Center.

The Fur Trade in Minnesota: From 1680 to 1900

Step into the past, during Minnesota’s fur trade era.