MN History Center

345 W. Kellogg Blvd.
St. Paul, MN 55102
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651-259-3000 - From 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10 through 6 a.m. Monday, Sept. 13, the phone system will be undergoing maintenance and there may be temporary service interruptions. If your call does not connect please try again later.
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Admission Prices

$10 adults
$8 seniors (65+)
$8 college students (valid ID)
$5 children ages 6-17

Free for MHS members and children age 5 and under.
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Museum Hours

10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday;
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday;
12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday;
Closed Monday (open Monday holidays year round, including 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Labor Day)

Museum holiday hours

Library Hours

2010 Sep 8

 

Adult Group Visits

Adult Group rates are available for groups of 15 people or more. Packages include admission to all regular museum exhibits at the Minnesota History Center, with free admission for group leader and motor coach operator.

MGG ExhibitFor reservations, call 651-259-3003 or contact us at HCAdultGroupTour@mnhs.org.

Group Package

A member of our Museum Staff will greet your group with their museum access buttons and maps, ensuring you hassle-free admission with no waiting. We will offer a brief, entertaining overview of our landmark building, and escort your group to the current feature exhibit of your choice, where they will highlight not-to-be-missed objects from Minnesota's fascinating past.

  • $8 per person
  • Must be scheduled at least 4 weeks in advance to receive group rate
  • $100 non-refundable deposit due at time of reservation
  • Guided portion of tour lasts approximately 30 minutes, followed by unlimited self-guided museum exploration. Plan to spend 90 minutes for your museum visit.

Coming in October - Chocolate: the Exhibition

With our new exhibit, we offer the group package (see above) plus an optional cookie tasting at Café Minnesota, featuring a delicious chocolate cookie nibbler trio served with coffee or cocoa (add $3.50 per person for the tasting). For more information on group tours to "Chocolate: the Exhibition," call 651-259-3003. See more about the exhibit.

 


Group Policies

  • Additions or group cancellations must be made at least two weeks before scheduled visit
  • Non-refundable payment in full is due two weeks prior to visit
  • No handling fee for groups
  • Member discount, Museum Adventure Passes and other discounts do not apply to group tour reservations
  • The group package is available during limited hours to avoid school group congestion and ensure your group's comfort. Please call 651-259-3003 for more information.

Location

Minnesota History Center
345 Kellogg Boulevard West
St. Paul, MN 55102

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Additional Information

Plan on at least 90 minutes for your museum visit. While you are here, enjoy lunch in our acclaimed Café MN or browse in the Museum Stores, featuring products made in Minnesota. 

Let Us Come To You!

Costumed History Players and captivating history topics bring Minnesota’s past to life in the Lifelong Learners program. Adults of all ages find it stimulating and fun to learn about people, places and events that shaped Minnesota. Ideal for your next corporate events, book club, or social club meeting.

Other Groups

  • 501(c)3 agencies serving a limited-income audience may be eligible for discounted admission prices. Call 651-259-3004 for information.
     
  • School Field Trips