Did you know you can visit the Minnesota Museum of American Art for FREE in downtown St. Paul?
Visiting the Minnesota Museum of American Art in downtown St. Paul has been on my list for a while… I couldn’t believe there’s a museum you can visit for FREE and I haven’t been yet! In my defense, it’s still pretty new in it’s current location, but you should really make some time to visit this hidden gem!
The Minnesota Museum of American Art is right in downtown St. Paul in the Pioneer Endicott Building located 350 Robert Street N. They are open 10am – 4pm Thursday through Sunday and closed on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. They have over 5,000 works of art in their collection from the 19th century to modern day and is the oldest art museum in Minnesota!
I had a lovely time visiting the museum, I honestly didn’t want to leave– but my on-street parking said otherwise! First of all, this building is an architectural gem. The amazing glass ceiling is a work of art on its own, did you know it was covered up until the museum took over the space two years ago? They took the time to restore every individual art panel and light the glass from above. It is truly a sight to see!
HERE, NOW is the exhibit currently in the New Wing (with the gorgeous glass ceiling). The works vary from lots of different mediums, styles and time periods. It was fun to see so many works of art from Minnesota and the Upper Midwest all in the same place. I really enjoyed seeing works by George Morrison (you may recognize his reclaimed wood art pieces that can remind the viewer of Lake Superior) and his artistic growth over time. I didn’t know his style changed so much throughout his life!
Queering Indigeneity is a very insightful and interesting exhibit. It explores the vision and diversity of 2-Spirit, Native queer, gender expansive artists in the Upper Midwest. I especially enjoyed the videos from Giiwedin, where I learned so much about native culture and 2-Spirit people.
The Minnesota Museum of American Art is located in the Pioneer Endicott Building located 350 Robert Street N. They are open 10am – 4pm Thursday through Sunday and closed on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Admission is free but donations are accepted. There are also free tours every second Sunday of the month at 2pm.
I really enjoyed my visit and hope to come back again soon!
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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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