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History of the flour industry told through interactive exhibits in the rebuilt ruins of an old mill.
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The tour is self guided and the building itself is something to behold. We are in our mid-50's and were there without children, but I was really surprised to see so many interactive rooms for the families and young people there. There was even a big group of boy scouts- and their enthusiasm was contagious.
Very interesting tour, lots of history about the flour mills and industry. So much memorabilia. The elevator tour is the best. The views are incredible.
Mill City museum really exceeded my expectations. The museum was filled with fascinating information in video and exhibit turn which is pretty expected, however there is a really cool introduction movie and the elevator show was fantastic. Also the view at the top of the museum is exceptional. Highly recommended.
What a fun, educational adventure!
Low cost entry fee. Lots of fun history to look at. I loved the flour tower elevator ride and getting to go to the observation deck. What a beautiful view of the city!
Low cost entry fee. Lots of fun history to look at. I loved the flour tower elevator ride and getting to go to the observation deck. What a beautiful view of the city!
Wonderful museum that tells the history of Minneapolis through its successful flour milling companies that still exist today. The exhibits and experiences help understand the initial founding of the city, early colonizers, and necessary labor movement that grew out of a highly profitable but dangerous industry in its early days. The ruins of the former mill are a dramatic backdrop to the gorgeous river and falls views, which show how civic engineering can change a city's fortunes.
This is a must visit museum if you are visiting from out of town. It walks you through the overall history of Minneapolis, why it was essential to be built next to to St Anthony falls, and how the city grew and faded with the Mississippi River.
The museum is so well put together bringing both milling and water harnessing to the core, intermixed with history and the development of the city.
You'll absolutely love the Flour Tower exhibit. Won't spoil it for you.
If you have kids, highly recommend spending a solid 2 hours or more at this brilliant museum.
Also given its strategic location next to the river, it is awesome to combo it with the river-side walk.
The museum is so well put together bringing both milling and water harnessing to the core, intermixed with history and the development of the city.
You'll absolutely love the Flour Tower exhibit. Won't spoil it for you.
If you have kids, highly recommend spending a solid 2 hours or more at this brilliant museum.
Also given its strategic location next to the river, it is awesome to combo it with the river-side walk.
Super cool space to learn more about something we all have, flour! My kids loved the interactive exhibits. The water lab was a special favorite. Make sure to go up to the very top!! Incredible place!
