Hours and Admission
Hours
May 24 - August 31, 2025
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm |
| Sunday | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm |
May 24 - August 31, 2025
Tour times are at 10am, 11:30am, 1:00 pm, 2:30 pm, and 4 pm.
September 2 - December 31, 2025
Closed for the season.
Admission
| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Adult | $10 |
| Seniors ages 65+, Veterans, Active military, College students | $8 |
| Children ages 5–17 | $6 |
| Children age 4 and under | Free |
| MNHS members, DCHS members, and Sibley Friends members | Free |
| Blue Star Families (Armed Forces Day–Labor Day) | Free (On-site only) |
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Museums for All (Free Admission)
Tickets are available through the Dakota County Historical Society.
Holiday schedule
- Open Memorial Day, 10:00 am–5:00 pm (May 26, 2025)
- Open Labor Day, 10:00 am–5:00 pm (September 1, 2025)
- Closed all other holidays
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.