Such a lovely museum. Loved the movie in the beginning. My only critic would be I wish there was more movies of stories that are important to the Dakota people. I wanted more after the Story of Creation. Definitely worth the drive!
Date of Visit: 10/6/2021 - Took an out-of-state friend here while they were vacationing in Minnesota. Definitely a must-see! Museum is very affordable. Will be back.
So much to learn. Plan a couple of hours at least.
I went there for the educator discount and absolutely loved it! The staff was eager to answer my questions.
I visited this museum with an older gentleman Indo primary care for and was absolutely amazed from the outside of the building throughout the whole exhibit! I am only giving it 4 stars instead of five as some of the exhibit was at a height that when in a wheelchair you would not be able to see it. If a few of the things that are nailed down were at an angle it would work so much better. The exhibit itself and the items contained within it were just fantastically done. You were encouraged to touch and feel everything. There was a family cabin you could go in and lay on the beds, a real tepee you could go inside and sit and listen to different stories, a real hollowed out tree trunk used as a canoe found in lake minnetonka. The exhibits were plentiful! It was sad to understand how land was taken and swindled from the native Americans and the information from the wars. I learned so much! I would definitely go back to read and listen to even more of what they had available. Dont forget to stop in the museum shop as the local art and items are well worth the stop! I bought a picture and so did the person I care for. You can not taken pictures in the actual exhibit so the photos I have here are of the outer building, the entrance to the exhibit and shop. Go visit, the cost is free for over 65 and for me it was only $7.95!!
It was a wonderful exhibit. It was nice to give my son some idea of the local history and understanding of how Native Americans actually lived.
We were there to get our Covid vaccine, but look forward to going back for a full tour. Looks great!
I really enjoyed my visit here. An enjoyable hour learning the history of the Dakota tribe.
Went there for a pop up sho and everything was perfect we really enjoy it.
Its a cute little museum with a small gift shop not much for crafts or kids, but lots of books. As far as the crafts I do miss first American little store that used to have all kinds of Crafts & and stickers I they also had statues in knick knacks. Unfortunately I will now have to go to another place for my crafting Essentials
SUPER COOL cultural center !
Lovely, very well done. I loved the gift shop too 🙂
Very friendly host. And very educational.
Eye-Opening history of Native Americans. A peaceful setting in which to receive the truth of the past and values to hold onto for the future.
This is where I got my Covid Vax.
Really enjoy going to events here. The staff is friendly and helpful. The facility is bright well planned out. Its just so much fun to go there and enjoy the events.
Incredible. Amazing vision so well done. Everything from the grounded building, materials, landscaping nestled into the land to the breathtaking interactive culture education wing! It exceeds the highest expectations. How lucky we are and what a huge contribution to society at large, one that has much work to do and gratitude to express.
A beautiful gem tucked into the landscape. Informative and startling information on the history and determination of the indigenous people living in this area forever. Sorry, no pictures inside this wonderful exhibit.
Attended first community day. The entire building is really nice and the displays very interesting. The exhibit is very well done, interesting and educational.
Absolutely Wonderful Place
Very cool place!
Its the finest architecture and technology which enhances their indigenous history. It is amazing!
Probably the best Cultural Center l have ever been to. A must see for everyone. Great learning experience.
The place is a piece of art in itself. Its beautiful its new and the museum is beautiful
I always order the Cajun Breakfast with Andouille and its always very good. The service is very good as well.
Beautiful museum--heartrending story that deserves to be told.
Ok, I went in with limited/lower expectations, but was absolutely blown away by this building and the history it represents. Am already planning on return trip, will probably spend several hours there next time!
I learned so much. Very very good exhibit! Thank you!
Nice place
Beautiful place! With cultural insight
Wonderful to see my ancestry finally depicted in such a beautiful exhibit!! ❤
Great tours provided by a very friendly staff!
Beautiful public museum and tribal gathering center
Giftshop cashier didnt know what she was doing. Lost a $500 sale.
Interesting history and beautiful building
Building cubicles here. Looks great!
Nice place to visit 👍👍
Im helping build this beautiful building
Nice exhibition and facility
Powerful!
The best of the best
Love it
You learn
Inspired
Good place
Excellent
Still under construction