Welcome to Minnesota Then

Bring our state's history to life through self-guided tours, our Museum Without Walls, engaging trivia games, and more.

Explore Historic Locations

Discover iconic landmarks and uncover Minnesota's rich past.

Play Interactive Trivia

Test your knowledge with engaging local history quizzes.

Attend Local Events

Participate in lectures and events about Minnesota's history.

Access Curated Resources

Browse digitized archives and interactive timelines.

A Museum Without Walls

Travel to locations across the state and experience virtual exhibits that bring Minnesota history to life.

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Location-Based Stories

Discover historical stories tied to locations across Minnesota.

24/7 Access

Explore at your own pace, any time of day, any day of the year.

Interactive Experience

Engage with history. Your mobile device is your passport to the past.

State Landmarks
Minnesota Landmarks (Rathskeller)
Famous Minnesotans
Famous People
Gangsters
Gangster History
Sports Stars
Athletes History
200+ Questions

Minnesota History Trivia

Test your knowledge with themed quizzes designed to make learning about local history both educational and entertaining.

Make your mark(er) on local history

Put your history on the map with Community Markers. Share your unique connection to the past and help shape the narrative of your community.

Add Your Story