Location: Grand Rapids
Top Things to do in Grand Rapids
Things to do in Grand Rapids, Minnesota (MN): The Best Museums
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.
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1. Forest History Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 121 reviews
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. The Gilbert Mansion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
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."
3. Judy Garland Museum
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4.0 based on 98 reviews
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.
4. Old Central School
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4.0 based on 71 reviews
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
5. Children's Discovery Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 20 reviews
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.
6. Itasca County Historical Society
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Wuerme - Vancouver, United States
I had an appointment to meet with a staff member to research family genealogy. They were friendly and showed a genuine interest in helping me trace my family history in the area. If you do this, come with specific questions in mind. Nice exhibits about local history. A constructive visit for me.
