This National Historic Landmark resides on Dakota homeland, known as Bdote, with history spanning 10,000 years.
Learn stories of the military fort and its surrounding area, home to a wide history that includes Native peoples, trade, soldiers and veterans, enslaved people, immigrants, and the changing landscape.
Hours
November 1, 2023 – June 7, 2024
Visitor center open, historic fort accessibly by guided tour only.
Monday | Closed |
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Tuesday | Closed |
Wednesday | Closed |
Thursday | 10:00 am–4:00 pm |
Friday | 10:00 am–4:00 pm |
Saturday | 10:00 am–4:00 pm |
Sunday | Closed |
Open Memorial Day, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm (Monday, May 27, 2024)
Admission
Adults: $12
Seniors: (65+) $10
Active military: $10
College students (with ID): $10
Children ages 5-17: $8
Children age 4 and under: Free
MNHS members: Free
Native Americans + up to 5 family members: Free (on-site only)
Veterans + up to 5 family members: Free (on-site only)
Become an MNHS member!
History-Connects (Reduced Admission)
Museums on Us
Getting here
200 Tower Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55111
Daily parking fee is $6. MNHS Members receive a $2 discount during open site hours (discount validation available inside visitor center at info desk only).
After more than two years of rehabilitation and improvements, the Minnesota Historical Society is excited to welcome back visitors to Historic Fort Snelling.
Explore the new Plank Museum & Visitor Center inside a rehabilitated 1904 cavalry barracks and experience expanded outdoor learning opportunities with stunning river overlooks, paved pathways, native plantings, enhanced interpretive spaces, and places to reflect.
Upcoming events
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-This event has been postponed. More information to come.
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-Join a Historic Fort Snelling Bike Tour focused on history within the fort!
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-Preview our summer program on Saturday of Memorial Day weekend.