About Us

An attraction for all ages, Mill City Museum chronicles the flour milling industry that dominated world flour production for roughly a half-century and fueled the growth of Minneapolis, recognized across the nation and around the world as “Mill City.”

Built within the ruins of a National Historic Landmark — the Washburn A Mill — the museum provides a multi-sensory, interactive journey. The story of flour milling — and its impact on Minneapolis, the nation and the world — comes to life through the eight-story Flour Tower and other hands-on exhibits.

Listen to Rudy Maxa stroll in and around Mill City Museum in a National Geographic Traveler Magazine's Walks of a Lifetime podcast.

Mill City Museum is the latest addition to the Minnesota Historical Society’s network of museums and historic sites.

Mission Statement

Mill City Museum creates opportunities to discover the people and industries that built Minneapolis, transformed a region and influenced our world.

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