Explore Minnesota

Historic Destinations

  Minnesota has a fascinating past and many destinations bring it to life with costumed characters and multi-media presentations. Click on the highlighted name and put a Minnesota Historic Destination on your list the next time you Explore Minnesota.

  Bemidji, Minnesota is the birthplace of the legendary Paul Bunyan and nearby Itasca State Park is the headwaters of the Mississippi River. www.visitbemidji.com

 The Split Rock Lighthouse is located on Minnesota's North Shore and is America's Most Visited Lighthouse. www.mnhs.org