Hours and Admission
Hours
May 24 - August 31, 2025
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| 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 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm |
September 1 - October 11, 2025
- Saturday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday Closed
- Wednesday Closed
- Thursday Closed
- Friday Closed
- Sunday Closed
October 12 - October 18, 2025
- Friday, Saturday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday Closed
- Wednesday Closed
- Thursday Closed
- Sunday Closed
October 19 - December 31, 2025
Closed for the season.
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 | Free |
| Blue Star Families (Armed Forces Day–Labor Day) | Free (On-site only) |
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Parking
State Park vehicle permit required.
Holiday schedule
- Open Juneteenth (June 19, 2025)
- Open Independence Day (July 4, 2025)
- Closed all other holidays
Field trips
Field Trips to Historic Forestville are not currently available. Learn about other MNHS options here.
Special offers
6th Grade Minnesota History Pass
Find out how your 6th grader can visit MNHS sites free with a 6th Grade Minnesota History Pass.