Forest History Center
The Forest History Center is part of the Minnesota Historical Society's network of historic sites and museums. Locally, it belongs to Grand Rapids. Management falls to Minnesota Historical Society.
A museum inside Grand Rapids
Winters are cold
January nights drop to -2°, with about 60" of snow a year. When to go ↓
Wabana Township is the nearest base
Wabana Township is 13 miles north, with 5 places to stay. Where to stay ↓
Best months: May, Jun, Jul, Aug and Sep
May, June, July, August and September are the mild months, with highs of 66–79°. When to go ↓
Written from NOAA 1991–2020 normals, Overture places to stay, Census town figures, Wikidata and Wikipedia.
When to go
Here are the months at Forest History Center, with their weather.
Forest History Center
The Forest History Center is part of the Minnesota Historical Society's network of historic sites and museums. Located in Grand Rapids, Itasca County, Minnesota, on wooded acreage adjoining the Mississippi River, the Forest History Center provides learning experiences about the forests, logging industry, and forest conservation. The historical and changing relationship between the people and the forest is displayed through exhibits and films, demonstrations, a living history lumber camp, an original 1934 fire tower, and nature trails. The Forest History Center has regular special events, and offers various programs for school field trips.
- Type
- Museum
- Run by
- Minnesota Historical Society
Where to base yourself for Forest History Center
Lodging nearby is in Arbo Township (4) and Coleraine (3).
Compare 8 towns
| Town | From Forest History Center | Drive | Places to stay | People | Typical home | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids | in town | — | — | 11,181 | $214K | B+ |
| Arbo Township | 7 mi northeast | 10 min | 4 2 lodges & cabins · 1 campground · 1 RV park | 862 | $264K | — |
| Coleraine | 6 mi east | 10 min | 3 2 hotels · 1 lodge or cabins | 1,998 | $212K | — |
| Trout Lake Township | 7 mi east | 10 min | 3 2 campgrounds · 1 RV park | 1,084 | $260K | — |
| Wabana Township 32% vacation homes | 13 mi north | 20 min | 5 1 hotel · 3 lodges & cabins · 1 campground | 512 | $303K | — |
| Balsam Township 55% vacation homes | 19 mi north | 30 min | 5 4 lodges & cabins · 1 campground | 585 | $236K | — |
| Marcell Township 68% vacation homes | 24 mi north | 35 min | 8 3 hotels · 4 lodges & cabins · 1 campground | 474 | $349K | — |
| Lawrence Township | 15 mi northeast | 25 min | 2 1 hotel · 1 lodge or cabins | 490 | $201K | — |
Getting there
Nearest airports with airline service
What else is near Forest History Center
More places people know lie within 69 miles.
69 mi LakeMille Lacs Lake
33 mi MuseumGreyhound Bus Museum65 mi Theme parkPaul Bunyan Land
34 mi AttractionThe Big Fish
36 mi MuseumMinnesota Discovery Center
63 mi MuseumCarlton County History and Heritage Center
64 mi AttractionKenney Lake Overlook68 mi GardenNorthland ArboretumPhoto credits
Mille Lacs Lake: Dougtone, CC BY-SA 2.0 · Greyhound Bus Museum: McGhiever, CC BY-SA 3.0 · The Big Fish: McGhiever, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Minnesota Discovery Center: McGhiever, CC BY-SA 3.0 · Carlton County History and Heritage Center: McGhiever, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Kenney Lake Overlook: McGhiever, CC BY-SA 3.0
Visiting Forest History Center
Is Forest History Center in Grand Rapids?
Yes. It’s inside Grand Rapids, MN.
When is the best time to visit Forest History Center?
May, June, July, August and September, with highs of 66–79°.
What is the closest airport to Forest History Center?
Range Regional (HIB), about 36 miles away. The nearest big hub is Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP), about 163 miles.
Where should I stay near Forest History Center?
Arbo Township (7 mi, 4 places to stay), Coleraine (6 mi, 3 places to stay) and Trout Lake Township (7 mi, 3 places to stay).
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