Mill City Museum
Built into the ruins of what was once the world’s largest flour mill, Mill City Museum is located on the historic Mississippi Riverfront. Here, visitors of all ages learn about the intertwined histories of the flour industry, the river, and the city of Minneapolis.
704 S 2nd St Minneapolis , MN 55401 United States
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Completed in 1880, the Washburn A Mill was declared the world's largest flour mill . It was nearly destroyed by fire in 1991, and after the city cleaned the rubble, it was converted into this museum .
The History Society did a great job adding to the ruins and building the museum . The Flour Tower tour is very original. And you must take a ride in the glass elevator .
Did you know? At one time, the mill was the largest and most technologically advanced in the world - at its peak it could grind enough flour for 12 million loaves of bread in a day. Read more
You shouldn't get confused, this is not one of the Koch brothers
Not what you'd expect. This should be the first place you go if it's your first time in Minn. Their tour is phenomenal and their staff has a plethora of knowledge . A perfect slice of Americana.
Great experience with the gallery (half mill museum and half Minneapolis museum ), test kitchen with food samples, flour tower history show, 8th-floor overlook, and short film about Minneapolis
Ask for the National Parks Passport stamp at the gift shop desk. Ask for the second (old) one, too, if they don't get it out. And if you don't already collect National Park stamps, by all means start!
This museum is one of my most favorites in Minnesota. It’s a great learning opportunity AND fun for all families. It’s very beautiful outside, as well .
Flour tower is so fun! And the summer opera shows in the courtyard are great
If you'd of told my uppity NYC ass that I'd find an old Flour Mill interesting I'd have said you're crazy but low and behold!Beautiful ruins & a prime example of true American industrial history.
The minnesota in 19 minutes video show is incredible. Hilarious and informative, by a local comedian and playwright. Don't miss it.
A good history to hear and how smart the City can turn this old place to concert venue .
The Flour Tower is an absinthe look into history. And the views of St Anthony Falls and surrounding area are breath-taking!
Great museum , but very surprised and disappointed not to see any flour sack replicas in the gift shop of a museum about flour milling . Maybe I'm missing something.
Learn about what was once the worlds largest flour mill . Nice views of the river with games and interactive exhibits . Flour was a big part of Minneapolis's history, $10/adult & $5/kid. Read more
Really fun museum right on the Mississippi river . Get to see the roots of Minneapolis!
Provides the best walkthrough of the Milling Industry that is the foundation business of the City of Minneapolis.
Learn some history you may never have known about. Flour tour gets you a great view of the Stone Arch Bridge and the falls.
Take the elevator to the 8th floor, beautiful view and pretty interesting stories on your way up!
Love old building and rustic stuff. Very interesting
Largest flour mill in the world. They offer tours during the day.
Great tour , beautiful view and wonderful history lesson
Eat samples at the kitchen, they are really tasty! (by the Flour Tower enterance)
The flour tower is a sweet freight elevator ride with snippets of history. To top it off a view of the falls, and stone arch bridge from the 9th floor.
Highly recommend a walking tour from them.
cool tour , amazing view , take a walk over the bridge after the tour .
Surprisingly fascinating museum ! Kids love it!
Fun place to take family from out of town . Great view .
Learn how old mills made flour from wheat. There are hands-on exhibits and a baking lab.
Fun, inventive musuem, especially the Flour Tower .
Took my 18 month old here and the whole family had a blast!!
Check out the Sat morning farmers market , Mill City Ruins, and Guthrie's "Bridge to Nowhere." Then walk across the Stone Arch Bridge to St. Anthony Main. Awesome views .
Kids love the room with the water games.
$5.00 concerts every Thursday in August in the Ruins!
Check out Minneapolis in 19 minutes flat! Great little history movie starring Kevin Kling! Very cool museum also.
Get some brownies from the test kitchen
Awesome spot for the Aquatennial Fireworks !!
Spend a warm night among the ruins at the museum 's summer courtyard concert series.
Farmers Market
History of Floor
Don't miss the Flour Tower !
great museum !
this is just cool to see Read more
Take the kids to the water lab. Under 6 are free.
go on the Washburn A-Mill tour .
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Great selection of local history books in the little bookstore! - Museum Administrator
The view is amazing and well worth the $8 fee. Bring a camera to capture aerial views of the skyscrapers, St. Paul, Mall of America and several suburbs. Go on a clear day for the best experience! - Corey Partin
Great park with interesting history! Definitely a must see in Minneapolis! - Yuni Graham
Top notch performances, excellent dining choices, beautiful view of the river, spend the evening before watching a show - Meredith M
Excellent skyline view, crowded around sunset but for good reason. Worth the trip. - David Howland
Try anything at Muddsuckers Coffee & Juice Bar, fresh squeezed OJ, Peace Coffee, Cold Press & they even brew from scratch their own Chai Tea! http://www.facebook.com/mudds.coffee.juice - Susie Quarstad
Category Arts and Entertainment » Museum » History Museum
Place United States » Minnesota » Hennepin County » Minneapolis » Downtown East