Four times a year the Minnesota Historical Society hosts a free admission day featuring historical sites and museums in the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota.
Do you enjoy learning about the history of Minnesota? Then we have a thrifty tip for you! Every quarter, the Minnesota Historical Society hosts a free Saturday where all their historical sites and museums are free! Coming up is the Free Admission Day on Saturday, June 27, 2026.
There are quite a few historical sites and museums locally and in greater Minnesota. Which one will you explore?
Twin Cities Metro Area Locations
- Alexander Ramsey House, St. Paul
- Historic Fort Snelling, St. Paul
- James J. Hill House, St. Paul
- Mill City Museum, Minneapolis (Flour Tower tours not available)
- Minnesota History Center, St. Paul
- Oliver Kelley Farm, Elk River
- Sibley Historic Site, Mendota
Greater Minnesota Area Locations
- Comstock House, Moorhead
- Folsom House, Taylors Falls
- Forest History Center, Grand Rapids
- Jeffers Petroglyphs, Comfrey
- Lower Sioux Agency, Morton
- Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post, Onamia
- Split Rock Lighthouse, Two Harbors
- W.W. Mayo House, Le Sueur
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Hannah is a married mom of 3 kiddos in the Twin Cities. Born and raised here in MN, she loves finding deals and special events to share with others.
Hannah enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading books, going on road trips up north, singing along with the radio and finding new thrift stores to shop! Hannah is also a fierce advocate for people with disabilities and is always on the lookout for more sensory friendly opportunities in the Twin Cities.
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