Tag: Historic Homes/Sites/Tours

One of the best preserved Victorian homes in the nation, featuring walnut woodwork, marble fireplaces and chandeliers, this was the residence of Minnesota’s first territorial governor. By the time Alexander Read more [...]

Completed in 1915, this church was the first basilica in America and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Architectural highlights include the 200-foot high dome and the Read more [...]

One of the largest churches in North America, with seating for 3,000 people. Highlights include the 175-foot-high copper dome and six chapels.

This home of Greek Revival-Federal architectural style sits in the New England-style Angel Hill Historic District and tells the history of the W.H.C. Folsom family and their influence on the Read more [...]

Discover the 1820s military outpost once the focus of a small settlement but now at the center of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. This restored stone fortress opens its gates Read more [...]

This Gilded Age mansion, built by railroad magnate James J. Hill, includes 13 bathrooms, 22 fireplaces, a two-story skylit art gallery and a large reception hall. Get a glimpse at Read more [...]

Gothic Revival Estate on 4.5 acres, including the house, carriage barn and octagon icehouse, built during the Civil War by William and Mary LeDuc. Admission: $7 adults, $6 seniors and Read more [...]

Located on the first railroad line west of the Mississippi River to connect Minneapolis with Chicago, Milwaukee Road employees referred to this little depot, as the “Princess” because of its Read more [...]

A signature work by influential American architect Cass Gilbert. Visitors may see the restored State Senate, House and Supreme Court chambers, the Governor’s Reception Room, the Quadriga (golden horses) on Read more [...]

Experience the excitement and challenges of the early Minnesota fur trade at this reconstructed 1804-era trading post, Ojibwe camp and museum located along the Snake River. Admission: $10 adults, $8 Read more [...]