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Hennepin History Museum, Minneapolis, MN
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Hennepin History Museum

A Minneapolis museum that presents local and Hennepin County history through rotating exhibits, programs, and a research library.

2303 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404 · Minneapolis, MN

About Hennepin History Museum

The Hennepin History Museum sits in Minneapolis, a short walk north of the Minneapolis Institute of Art. It rotates exhibits on local history, including photography, puppetry, music, and the story of an enslaved Minnesotan who won her freedom in court. Visitors can join guided walking tours, browse a digital guide, and watch videos from the museum's YouTube channel. Research access to its archives and library is by appointment. The building is not fully accessible because it requires climbing stairs.

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