Explore Minnesota’s forests of yesterday and today through exhibits and nature trails.
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Forest History Center
Adventure in the north woods
Experience the stories of the north woods and learn about the lumberjacks who called these forests home.
Hours
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
Late Fall Horse Drawn Trolley Rides
A leisurely horse drawn trolley ride around the Forest History Center.
Holiday Season Sleigh Rides
Step into a winter wonderland on a horse drawn sleigh ride at the Forest History Center.
Forest History Center
2609 County Road 76 Grand Rapids, MN 55744