Mill City Museum is a Minnesota Historical Society museum at 704 South 2nd St. in Minneapolis, built into the ruins of what the site calls the world's largest flour mill. Visitors ride the Flour Tower elevator show, try hands-on Water and Baking Labs, watch a film on Minneapolis history and go to the rooftop observation deck.
- Museumtype of place
- Minneapoliswhere it is
- Not foundhours on the official page
- Publishedadmission on the official page
Visit Facts
- Address704 South 2nd St., Minneapolis, MN 55401
- Phone612-341-7555
- AdmissionAdults $15; seniors 65+, veterans, active military, college students $12; children 5-17 $8; children 4 and under free; MNHS members free; Blue Star Families free Armed Forces Day through Labor Day; Museums for All free
- ReservationsTickets sold on-site only, not online or by phone. Groups of ten or more should pre-purchase by calling (844) 667-8679.
- Official pagemnhs.org
Key Facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Operator | Minnesota Historical Society |
| Flour Tower | Elevator show |
| Hands-on | Water and Baking Labs |
| Film | History of Minneapolis film in the former engine house theater |
| Rooftop | Observation deck |
| Ruin Courtyard | Used for live music and events |
| Dining/shop | Bushel and Peck dining; museum store |
| Suggested visit | At least 2 hours |
| Parking | No lot or ramp of its own; city-owned parking nearby |
What We Could Not Verify
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- Year museum opened
- Accessibility details
- Coordinates
- County not stated
- Hours, prices and closures change. Confirm on the official page before you go.
- Map point: no official coordinate was published, so we do not show a map.
Related Pages
More In Twin Cities Metro
- Chain of Lakes Regional Park
- Como Park Zoo and Conservatory
- Historic Fort Snelling
- Lake Minnetonka
- Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
- Minnehaha Regional Park and Minnehaha Falls
- Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
- Minnesota State Capitol
- Mississippi National River and Recreation Area
- Stone Arch Bridge and Mill Ruins Park
- Events in Twin Cities Metro
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mill City Museum?
Mill City Museum is in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The official address is 704 South 2nd St., Minneapolis, MN 55401.
What does Mill City Museum cost?
Adults $15; seniors 65+, veterans, active military, college students $12; children 5-17 $8; children 4 and under free; MNHS members free; Blue Star Families free Armed Forces Day through Labor Day; Museums for All free
Are dogs allowed at Mill City Museum?
We did not find a pet policy on the pages we read, so ask the operator before you bring a dog.
Sources
- Mill City Museum – MNHS (read November 1, 2026).
- Plan your visit – Mill City Museum (read November 1, 2026).
- Hours and admission – Mill City Museum (read November 1, 2026).
- Minnesota State Parks Passport, all places, park fees and rules.