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.

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Admission

  Cost
Adult $12
Seniors ages 65+, Veterans, Active Military, College Students $10
Children ages 5–17 $8
Children age 4 and under, MNHS members, Native Americans Free
Blue Star Families (Armed Forces Day–Labor Day) Free (On-site only)

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Getting here

43411 Oodena Dr.
Onamia, MN 56359
millelacs@mnhs.org
320-532-3632

Free parking is available at the museum and trading post for cars and buses.

What to see and do

Museum

This museum illustrates the journey of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe from their settlement in Minnesota 300 years ago to their culture, traditions, and lives today.

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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.

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Lake Mille Lacs

Make a day of it! The Lake Mille Lacs area has plenty more to do, from fishing and swimming to hiking and golfing.

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Be a champion for history

Help us preserve Minnesota’s history, share its stories, and connect people to the past in meaningful ways.

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