Weaving the art & culture of the Ojibwe
Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post
Weaving the art & culture of the Ojibwe
Museum Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Thursday | 11:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Friday | 11:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Saturday | 11:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Adults | $10 |
|
Seniors (65+) |
$8 |
| Children ages 5-17 | $6 |
| Children age 4 and under | Free |
| MNHS members and Mille Lacs Band members w/ID | Free |
| *Blue Star Families (May 18 - September 2, 2019) |
Free (On site only) |
History-Connects (Reduced Admission)
Getting here
Explore the story of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe through museum exhibits, objects, demonstrations, and tours, and shop for locally made Native American arts and crafts in the restored 1930s trading post.
What to see and do
What to see and do
Museum
Learn about the jingle dress dance and how its origin can be traced to the Mille Lacs Ojibwe with the new exhibit Ziibaaska’ iganagooday: The Jingle Dress at 100.
Browse the trading post
The region's largest selection of handcrafted Native American art and crafts. Find beautiful work from renowned artists for purchase, including sculpture, paintings, jewelry, beadwork, pottery, baskets, moccasins, educational resources, and more.
Attend an event
There's always something going on at the museum, from seasonal demonstrations to workshops and kids crafts.
Upcoming events
"We Are Water MN" Exhibit Opening: Wild for Wild Rice
Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post, Onamia
Sat., Sep 21, 2019, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Free, does not include museum admission.
Puzzle Pouch 2-Day Workshop
Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post, Onamia
Sat., Oct 5, 2019 - Sun., Oct 6, 2019
$75/MNHS and Mille Lacs Band members save 20%, $15 supply fee
Family Day by the Water
Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post, Onamia
Sat., Oct 12, 2019, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Included with $6-10 museum admission/MNHS members free
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