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Our Exhibits

Historic sites located throughout Minnesota

History comes alive up close

The richness of the past extends far beyond the confines of traditional museums, entry fees, and restricted hours of operation. It's a narrative woven into the fabric of communities, shaping their identity and culture. Minnesota Then offers two ways to immerse yourself in history in the wild.

Every step has a story

Self-Guided Local History Tours

Explore historical sites statewide through our interactive web app. Themed tours transform your smartphone into a time machine as you travel from site to site, unlocking a specific moment at each location. Vivid audio narration brings the past to life. Stand where it all happened – grand landmarks, hidden gems, both former and present – and experience the past like never before.

Explore on your schedule. Day or night, rain or shine, we empower you to be your own guide.

Available Tours

Minnesota Then's Museum Without Walls

Uncover the rich brewing history of the North Star State with our interactive web app. Explore historic breweries, lively saloons of yesteryear (and some present-day gems), tales of passionate brewers who shaped Minnesota's beer scene, and more. Let our audio guides be your companions on this journey, transporting you back in time to each location.

It's a museum without walls. We break down barriers to experiencing history throughout the state, bringing it to life right in the communities where it unfolded.

Beer and Brewing History Museum