Hours
October 23, 2022 – May 26, 2023
Closed for the season. Grounds open for self-guided exploration (buildings closed).
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed* |
| Tuesday | Closed* |
| Wednesday | Closed* |
| Thursday | 11:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Friday | 11:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Sunday | 10:00 am–4:00 pm |
Tours run every half hour. Last tour each day is one hour before closing.
*Grounds open for self-guided exploration.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Saturday | 10:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Sunday–Friday | Closed* |
Last tour on Saturday is at 3:00 pm.
*Grounds open for self-guided exploration (buildings closed).
October 19 – December 31, 2023
Closed except for special events and field trips.
Grounds open for self-guided exploration (buildings closed).
2022 Holiday schedule
- Open Independence Day, 11:00 am–3:00 pm (July 4, 2022)
- Open Labor Day 11:00 am–3:00 pm (September 5, 2022)
- Closed all other holidays
2023 Holiday schedule
- Closed all holidays
| Cost | |
|---|---|
| Adults | $10 |
|
Seniors ages 65+ |
$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)
Parking
State Park vehicle permit required.
Group tickets
May 27 – August 31, 2023
- Group tours available Thursday–Sunday.
- Tours for groups of 25 people or more available Monday–Wednesday.
September 1 – October 31, 2023
- Group tours available Monday–Friday.
Please make a reservation for your group at least two weeks prior to your visit by contacting 507-765-2785 or forestville@mnhs.org.
Field trips
Field trips are available during the 2021-22 school year. Call 507-765-2785 or use the field trip request form to schedule.
Special offers
6th Grade Minnesota History Pass
Find out how your 6th grader can visit MNHS sites free with a 6th Grade Minnesota History Pass.