Explore the story of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe through museum exhibits, objects, demonstrations, and tours, and shop for locally made Native American arts and crafts in the restored 1930s trading post.
Admission
Adults: $10
Seniors (65+), Veterans, Active military, College students, Children ages 5-17: $8
Children age 4 and under: Free
MNHS members and Native Americans: Free
Blue Star Families (Armed Forces Day–Labor Day): Free (On-site only)
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History-Connects (Reduced Admission)
Getting here
43411 Oodena Dr.
Onamia, MN 56359
millelacs@mnhs.org
320-532-3632
Free parking is available at the museum and trading post for cars and buses.
This museum illustrates the journey of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe from their settlement in Minnesota 300 years ago to their culture, traditions, and lives today.
The region's largest selection of handcrafted Native American art and crafts. Find beautiful work from renowned artists for purchase, including sculpture, paintings, jewelry, beadwork, pottery, baskets, moccasins, educational resources, and more.
Make a day of it! The Lake Mille Lacs area has plenty more to do, from fishing and swimming to hiking and golfing.
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-Let certified archery instructors teach you how to shoot a bow and arrow. -
-Make a pair of Ojibwe-style leather moccasins in this two-day workshop. -
-Learn how to decorate an Ojibwe-style shoulder bag.