10 Things to do in Grand Rapids That You Shouldn't Miss

May 2, 2022 Tynisha Seiler

Grand Rapids is a city in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 10,869 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Itasca County.
Restaurants in Grand Rapids

1. Forest History Center

2609 County Road 76, Grand Rapids, MN 55744-8646 +1 218-327-4482 http://www.mnhs.org/foresthistory
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5.0 based on 121 reviews

Forest History Center

CLOSED for the season til June 2020. Discover the past, present and future of Minnesota's forests through guided tours of a 1900s era logging camp and hands-on environmental learning programs. Board the moored river "wanigan," a floating cook shack, take a seat on the porch of a 1930s Minnesota Forest Service patrolman's cabin, climb a 100-foot fire tower and explore the site's self-guided trails.

Reviewed By SUZANNEM671 - Grand Rapids, United States

The forest history is in a beautiful setting. The museum itself has many interesting exhibits and a history video. The best part was the lumber harvesting settlement located behind the museum. The living history skit gave a a good idea of what was life was like in a lumber camp and what was involved in ancient logging. I would not miss the opportunity to visit this venue. Also has trails around it good for snow shoes or cross country sking. They even rent out the equipment if you want to give it a go.

2. ABC's of Quilting

10 NW 5th St, Grand Rapids, MN 55744-2660 +1 218-326-9661 [email protected] http://www.abcsofquilting.com
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

ABC's of Quilting

3. Pla-Mor Roller Rink

1422 E US Highway 169, Grand Rapids, MN 55744-3297 +1 218-326-2909 https://www.facebook.com/Pla-Mor-Roller-Rink-116345218390509/
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Pla-Mor Roller Rink

4. Barely Reality

201 NW 4th St, Grand Rapids, MN 55744-2753 +1 218-999-9746 https://www.facebook.com/barelyreality/
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Barely Reality

5. The Gilbert Mansion

719 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744-2621 +1 218-244-3309 [email protected] https://www.gilbertmansion.com/our_property
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

The Gilbert Mansion

Take a step back in time as you tour the historic Gilbert Mansion, once home to one of the most prominent families in northern Minnesota. On your tour you will see 17 rooms of the mansion as you learn about the Gilbert family and early Grand Rapids history. Don't miss your opportunity to see what has been called "The Jewel of Itasca County."

6. Wheezy Outdoors

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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Northern Minnesota's #1 Year round Hunting and Fishing Guide Service. Come experience Minnesota's Nature. Wheezy Outdoors is fully outfitted, and one of the areas only 4-season guide services from Open Water Fishing, Ice Fishing, Fly Fishing, Guided Bird Hunting, Guided Black Bear and everything in between! Serving the area's of Northern Minnesota! Fully Licensed and Insured!

7. Klockow Brewing

36 SE 10th St, Grand Rapids, MN 55744-3947 +1 218-999-7229 [email protected] https://klockowbrewing.com/
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

Klockow Brewing

Reviewed By InSearchofMusic - Ellsworth, United States

We stopped in to try a few of their beers and listen to some live music. Everyone seemed to be enjoying the evening. Some tables took advantage of the wide variety of games available. Great beer and acoustic music on a well thought out stage.

8. Judy Garland Museum

2727 Pokegama Ave South, Grand Rapids, MN 55744 +1 218-327-9276 [email protected] http://www.judygarlandmuseum.com/
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4.0 based on 98 reviews

Judy Garland Museum

This modest house in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, was home to Judy Garland for her first four years. The 1920's home has been restored to look and feel as it did when the Gumm Family lived there many years ago. Come see where "Baby Gumm" got her start. We also have a Children's museum with many hands on activities for kids that will get their imaginations going.If you are a teacher, visit our website today to plan a field trip!

Reviewed By deborahtragasz - Arcadia, United States

Judy Garland and her films have been a huge part of my life, and I drove all the way from Missouri to see her birth place and I'm so glad I did. Truly a dream come true.

9. Old Central School

10 NW 5th St, Grand Rapids, MN 55744-2660 +1 218-999-0070
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4.0 based on 71 reviews

Old Central School

Reviewed By jamespcol - Frisco, United States

Love this place since my father-in-law went to school here. Now a series of quaint stores in a very attractive historical building. Worth the stop

10. Children's Discovery Museum

2727 Pokegama Ave., Grand Rapids, MN 55744 +1 218-326-1900 [email protected] http://www.cdmkids.org/
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4.0 based on 20 reviews

Children's Discovery Museum

We offer a wide variety of hands on activities to spark the young (and not so young's) imaginations. There is a water table complete with locks and leveys, a dinosaur dig, firehall, doctors office, bakery, post office, music room, dress-up area, and a tree-fort. Just to name a few things! We are always adding new activities.

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