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Well hey, Mill City Museum!
Minnesota, United States
Milk City Museum is located directly across from the Mississippi River within St Anthony Main’s Historic District. It tells the unique story of Minneapolis’s milling history. In the 19th century the Minneapolis mills produced flour that was shipped all over the world. How cool is that?!
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Come explore what was once the world’s largest flour mill.
Minnesota, United States
Minneapolis was known as the “Flour Milling Capital” because of its historic flour mills. That’s where the name Mill City comes from! Inside the museum you can tour the ruins which were once the worlds largest flour mills.
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A blend of old and new architecture
Minnesota, United States
We love the juxtaposition of old and new architecture! The Mill City Museum has maintained much of the site’s historic walls, while being surrounded by the city’s newest skyscrapers. It’s quite the sight to see!
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Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Inside the museum, you get to experience the power of the old mill through photos and a guides video. You will also find some of the most iconic views of Minneapolis from inside the museum’s courtyard deck.
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The inside of the museum is just as unique
704 S 2nd St
Minneapolis, MN
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
There are a lot of interesting exhibits inside to explore. One of the coolest features of the Mill City Museum has to be the Baking lab! Experiment with different grain variations and taste test the creations right on site. They even have professional baking demonstrations that you may be able to catch if you’re lucky!
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The Mill City Museum is also a site for gathering on the weekends
Minnesota, United States
On the weekends, the Mill City Museum is the site of the Mill City Farmers Market as well! Stop by to grab fresh produce, homemade baked goods, and seasonal boutiques to brighten up your home! It’s one of our favorite activities to do on a Saturday morning in the city.