Love the local history, it was great to see a focus on Minneapolis history and the importance of why Minneapolis is where it is at. The exhibits in the basement we're great for the kids to interact with. Lots of hand on learning of hydrodynamic Power and the importance history. Was only there for two hours but it's my third time though there.
Would love to see more history on Minneapolis, maybe have some type of rotation exhibits.
Nice little museum. I agree with what others have said, the 19 minute video on the history of Minneapolis and the flour tower elevator ride are by far the best part. The rest of the museum is interesting, but there's only so much you learn about flour. After the elevator ride you can go out on the top floor observation deck, which has a great view of the river.
Best part was the view from the top, great place to view the city and appreciate the hard working people of Minnesota.
I was told to come visit this museum by a born and raised Minnesotan, and it did not disappoint! In depth history about the old flour mill, intereating exhibits and interactive displays for kids. I think the $12 entrance fee is more than reasonable, especially when you get to ride the interactive elevator to the top. The views of the city are amazing! Definitely a must go!
I love how they did their tour. It really took the info off the page and gave a sense of how things were. You sit in a large elevator and move up and down to different parts of the mill. There's also an excellent 19 minute video before the tour. You can top it off with a nice river view at the end. A cafe and gift shop are inside. There's street parking and also a parking garage directly across the street. Rental bikes are nearby and it looks like some nice riding/walking paths along the river and across the bridge. Just next door to the Guthrie Theater.
A great place to visit in the twin cities if your into local history. It takes about 2.5 hours and there is a guided part of the tour that is included in admission. Make sure you do the "Flour Tower" it is the main attraction for sure. I also really enjoyed the view of the river from the observation area.
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