July 3, 2009
Minnesota History Center, St. Paul MN
Time: 11:30 a.m., 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30 p.m.
Performed in the Minnesota’s Greatest Generation: the Depression, the War, the Boom exhibit Tuesdays through Fridays, these four short plays are ...... more
Minnesota History Center, St. Paul MN
Time: Tuesdays through Fridays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
During World War II, gliders, known as "Silent Wings," were used to transport troops and equipment behind enemy lines. They were produced by the ...... more
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Jeffers Petroglyphs Historic Site, Comfrey MN
Time: Daily at 2 p.m.
Join a program designed for children to learn about the people who lived on the prairie and the prairie ecosystem. Topics include the atlatl, an ...... more
Jeffers Petroglyphs Historic Site, Comfrey MN
Time: Daily at 3 p.m.
Using mirrors to capture the light greatly enhances a visitor’s ability to view the petroglyphs during the day. On these special tours, a guide will ...... more
July 4, 2009
North West Company Fur Post, Pine City MN
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
Explore life in a 19th-century fur post with demonstrations of historic handcrafts. See how Birchbark is used to make an amazing array of items ...... more
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Mill City Museum, Minneapolis MN
Time: 11 a.m. Saturdays, 1 p.m. Sundays
Visit the historic district at St. Anthony Falls, which was once the milling center of the world and is now a growing cultural, recreational and ...... more
Mill City Museum, Minneapolis MN
Time: Noon to 7 p.m.
Visit Mill City Museum, the gift store and café during special holiday hours from noon to 7 p.m. Make a splash in the Water Lab, take a ride in the ...... more
Minnesota State Capitol, St. Paul MN
Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Since 1912, there has been a rich tradition of placing war memorials and remembrances of noted Minnesotans from the state's history and government ...... more
Historic Fort Snelling, St. Paul MN
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Spend the day celebrating our nation’s independence as people did 178 years ago. Participate in toasting our nation, enjoy a theatrical ...... more
Oliver H. Kelley Farm, Elk River MN
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Celebrate the Farmer's Fourth of July at the Kelley Farm. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy on the lawn while the spring lambs and calves prance about. ...... more
Jeffers Petroglyphs Historic Site, Comfrey MN
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Explore American Indian technology through demonstrations and hands-on activities. At 1 p.m. watch a flint knapper create stone tools and try your ...... more
Sibley House Historic Site, Mendota MN
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Henry Sibley was a great hunter and outdoorsman as well as fur trader and powerful politician. Join Sibley House staff on a morning river walk (dog ...... more
Jeffers Petroglyphs Historic Site, Comfrey MN
Time: Daily at 2 p.m.
Join a program designed for children to learn about the people who lived on the prairie and the prairie ecosystem. Topics include the atlatl, an ...... more
Jeffers Petroglyphs Historic Site, Comfrey MN
Time: Daily at 3 p.m.
Using mirrors to capture the light greatly enhances a visitor’s ability to view the petroglyphs during the day. On these special tours, a guide will ...... more
Historic Forestville, Preston MN
Time: Noon to 4 p.m.
Minnesotans expressed local and national pride in the 1890s, after winning a quick war against Spain and recovering from the financial panic of ...... more
James J. Hill House, St. Paul MN
Time: 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays
Take a 90-minute tour of the Summit Avenue neighborhood, named one of America's "Greatest Streets" in 2008. The popular walking tours include a ...... more
Lower Sioux Agency, Morton MN
Time: 2 p.m.
In this program, children will learn about American Indian beadwork, then they'll make a bracelet to take home. ...... more
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Lower Sioux Agency, Morton MN
Time: 11 a.m., 1 and 4 p.m. Saturday (and Memorial Day), 1 and 4 p.m. Sunday
Take a guided walking tour and gain insight into traditional Dakota culture, how the lives of the Dakota changed because of government policies and ...... more
July 5, 2009
North West Company Fur Post, Pine City MN
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
Explore life in a 19th-century fur post with demonstrations of historic handcrafts. See how Birchbark is used to make an amazing array of items ...... more
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Mill City Museum, Minneapolis MN
Time: 11 a.m. Saturdays, 1 p.m. Sundays
Visit the historic district at St. Anthony Falls, which was once the milling center of the world and is now a growing cultural, recreational and ...... more
Harkin Store, New Ulm MN
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Celebrate Independence Day at the Harkin Store, where a piece of 19th century remains preserved. Visit the general store, play checkers and relax on ...... more
Jeffers Petroglyphs Historic Site, Comfrey MN
Time: Daily at 3 p.m.
Using mirrors to capture the light greatly enhances a visitor’s ability to view the petroglyphs during the day. On these special tours, a guide will ...... more
Jeffers Petroglyphs Historic Site, Comfrey MN
Time: Daily at 2 p.m.
Join a program designed for children to learn about the people who lived on the prairie and the prairie ecosystem. Topics include the atlatl, an ...... more
Lower Sioux Agency, Morton MN
Time: 11 a.m., 1 and 4 p.m. Saturday (and Memorial Day), 1 and 4 p.m. Sunday
Take a guided walking tour and gain insight into traditional Dakota culture, how the lives of the Dakota changed because of government policies and ...... more
Lower Sioux Agency, Morton MN
Time: 2 p.m.
In this program, children will learn about American Indian beadwork, then they'll make a bracelet to take home. ...... more
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James J. Hill House, St. Paul MN
Time: 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays
Take a 90-minute tour of the Summit Avenue neighborhood, named one of America's "Greatest Streets" in 2008. The popular walking tours include a ...... more
July 6, 2009
Alexander Ramsey House, St. Paul MN
Time: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Designed for young ladies who have already attended the Ramsey Finishing School, this day camp expands on all areas of a young lady's education, ...... more
July 7, 2009
Minnesota History Center, St. Paul MN
Time: Tuesdays through Fridays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
During World War II, gliders, known as "Silent Wings," were used to transport troops and equipment behind enemy lines. They were produced by the ...... more
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Minnesota History Center, St. Paul MN
Time: 11:30 a.m., 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30 p.m.
Performed in the Minnesota’s Greatest Generation: the Depression, the War, the Boom exhibit Tuesdays through Fridays, these four short plays are ...... more
Alexander Ramsey House, St. Paul MN
Time: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Designed for young ladies who have already attended the Ramsey Finishing School, this day camp expands on all areas of a young lady's education, ...... more
James J. Hill House, St. Paul MN
Time: 6 and 7 p.m.
Explore the back staircases, dust chutes, silver vault and more on this 90-minute "behind-the-scenes" tour of the Hill House. Visitors will see the ...... more
Minnesota History Center, St. Paul MN
Time: 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Enjoy a loungy, eclectic mix of French flare, Latin heat and Bohemian attitude with Café Accordion Orchestra. Wear your favorite rakish beret to ...... more
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July 8, 2009
Minnesota History Center, St. Paul MN
Time: 11:30 a.m., 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30 p.m.
Performed in the Minnesota’s Greatest Generation: the Depression, the War, the Boom exhibit Tuesdays through Fridays, these four short plays are ...... more
Minnesota History Center, St. Paul MN
Time: Tuesdays through Fridays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
During World War II, gliders, known as "Silent Wings," were used to transport troops and equipment behind enemy lines. They were produced by the ...... more
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Alexander Ramsey House, St. Paul MN
Time: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Designed for young ladies who have already attended the Ramsey Finishing School, this day camp expands on all areas of a young lady's education, ...... more
Minnesota History Center, St. Paul MN
Time: 7 to 9 p.m. (trolley departs at 7 p.m.)
Visit St. Paul's West End and hear true tales of how this neighborhood built a Capital city. Along the way, stop at some of the storied ethnic bars ...... more
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