Join us on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 6:30 pm for a conversation with Hennepin History Museum Executive Director, John Crippen and board member and author Debra J Stone. Debra will read briefly from her debut novel, The House on Rondo. [...]
Shop Hennepin History Museum merchandise at the Dayton’s Holiday Market... downtown Minneapolis or Southdale! The historic Dayton's department store in downtown Minneapolis once again comes alive with the "Dayton's Holiday Market" - a wonder-filled market of over 100 vendors offering unique, one-of-a-kind [...]
During the Roaring Twenties, Wilbur Burton Foshay was an ambitious and successful businessman. He opened the Foshay Tower in Minneapolis and was on his way to becoming one of the richest people in the world. Fate, however, and the Great Depression [...]
During the Roaring Twenties, Wilbur Burton Foshay was an ambitious and successful businessman. He opened the Foshay Tower in Minneapolis and was on his way to becoming one of the richest people in the world. Fate, however, and the Great Depression [...]
During the Roaring Twenties, Wilbur Burton Foshay was an ambitious and successful businessman. He opened the Foshay Tower in Minneapolis and was on his way to becoming one of the richest people in the world. Fate, however, and the Great Depression [...]
In many communities, women hold the responsibility of being protectors of water, and Hennepin History Museum is honored to have this community conversation led by three women who can speak to their lifelong experiences doing this important work. Inspired by our [...]
“Thirsty” just wants a drink of Water! But first they must explore a myriad of questions contained in that one precious sip. Please join us for Are You Thirsty?, a revival of the dynamic 2008 performance by In the Heart of [...]
“Thirsty” just wants a drink of Water! But first they must explore a myriad of questions contained in that one precious sip. Please join us for Are You Thirsty?, a revival of the dynamic 2008 performance by In the Heart of [...]
This past December, the museum hosted a community conversation about water and environmental justice that featured three local women speaking about their lifelong experiences as protectors of water. Because the event was held on a bitterly cold day, you may have [...]
Learn the inspiring story of Eliza Winston and her legacy to Minneapolis, the state, and to the country with Dr. Christopher Lehman live! Join us at Justice Page Middle School on Tuesday, February 10 for a captivating live event. Dr. Lehman, [...]
