Many voices, many stories
Historic Fort Snelling
Many voices, many stories
Hours
October 28, 2019 – May 23, 2020
Closed for the season except for special events and school field trips.
| Cost | |
|---|---|
| Adults | $12 |
| Seniors (65+) College students (w/ID) Active military* |
$10 |
| Children ages 5-17 | $6 |
| Children age 4 and under | Free |
| MNHS members | Free |
| *Blue Star Families (Armed Forces Day - Labor Day) |
Free (On site only) |
| Native Americans | Free |
| Veterans and family | Free |
History-Connects (Reduced Admission)
Getting here
200 Tower Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55111
This National Historic Landmark resides on Dakota homeland, known as Bdote, with history spanning 10,000 years. Learn stories of the military fort and its surrounding area, home to a wide history that includes Native peoples, trade, soldiers and veterans, enslaved people, immigrants, and the changing landscape.
A statewide conversation
A statewide conversation
The vision for a revitalized Historic Fort Snelling is to provide a place to learn, share, and connect to all of the complex stories that shape our history in Minnesota. As part of the revitalization of the site, MNHS is looking at whether the current name adequately reflects the expanded stories being shared there.
What to see and do
What to see and do
Daily experience
Find out what you can see, do, and experience every day at and around the historic fort.
Expanded stories
Experience programs, tours, and demonstrations that showcase the diversity of stories related to this unique place.
Field Trips
Learn stories of the military fort and its surrounding area, home to a wide history that includes Native peoples, trade, soldiers, enslaved people, and immigrants.
Upcoming events
Memorial Day Weekend
Historic Fort Snelling, St. Paul
Sat., May 23, 2020, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Included with $6-12 site admission/MNHS members free
Memorial Day Weekend
Historic Fort Snelling, St. Paul
Sun., May 24, 2020, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Included with $6-12 site admission/MNHS members free
Memorial Day
Historic Fort Snelling, St. Paul
Mon., May 25, 2020, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Included with $6-12 site admission/MNHS members free
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