Field Trips: Historic Fort Snelling

The stories of place! Learn the stories of this important place with its military fort and surrounding area, home to a wide history that includes Native peoples, trade, soldiers, enslaved people, and immigrants. Explore the new Plank Museum & Visitor Center inside a rehabilitated 1904 cavalry barracks and experience expanded outdoor learning opportunities with stunning river overlooks.

1. Learn about your experience

Your 2 hour field trip gives you the opportunity to create your own unique site experience that includes so many places for you and your group to learn about the many stories that Historic Fort Snelling has to share on our 22 acres with lots of great options. There are more spaces to explore with both staff and teacher-led opportunities and activities. You'll receive a "passport" and map to engage with history in those places that you would like to include. Complete your journey and get your passport stamped!

Please note: The Blacksmith Shop, Commandant's House, and the Commandant's Kitchen are currently closed to visitors, including K-12 groups, for the 2024-25 school year.  

Also learn about summer field trips.

2. Schedule your field trip

Detailed information to help plan and schedule your visit

3. Prepare for your day

Tips to prepare yourself, your students, and your chaperones for your field trip