Capitol Civil War Tour
Learn about the battle flags, art, memorials, and remembrances of Minnesota's role in the Civil War on a guided tour. Visit the Governor's Reception Room, where renowned paintings depict Minnesota regiments in battle.
In the rotunda, view recently conserved battle flags, including a flagstaff that survived the Battle of Gettysburg. See statues of prominent state officers who served in the war, and hear stories about the governors who as young men participated in some of the pivotal events of the war.
Capitol Builders Tour
Explore locations throughout the building that show the work and methods that went into creating the Minnesota State Capitol in 1905.
Get to know architect Cass Gilbert, who at age 35 created one of the most magnificent public buildings in the nation. Plus, hear about the roles contractors, politicians, and workers played during the nine-year construction period. Then explore the recent restoration completed in 2017.
Capitol Art & Artists Tour
Go on a guided tour of the Capitol to hear stories about the artists, learn about the muralist movement in America, and see how the art, architecture, and overall decorative plan harmonize to make the Capitol one of the premier public buildings in the United States.
Canoeing 101: A Beginner's Guide To Canoeing
Why does my canoe not go where I want it to? Why does my canoe not go in a straight line? If you have these questions or if you have never canoed before, join our trained canoe instructor to learn the basics of canoeing. The program will cover basic strokes, techniques, and safety practices to make your canoeing experiences enjoyable.
Cannon River Winery Fall Grape Harvest Experience
WHAT’S BETTER THAN DRINKING WINE? DRINKING YOUR WINE!
Cannon River is giving you the opportunity to share in the creation (and consumption) of Minnesota’s most popular wine. Get your hands dirty, while enjoying some vino in the scenic Sogn Valley at our annual Harvest Experience.
$25/person
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Discover Minnesota Grapes
Whether you’re a local wine expert or a complete wine novice, the harvest experience will deliver the kind of knowledge you need to impress your friends and family.
Candlelit Tours
Join the Dakota County Historical Society at the LeDuc Estate for this truly haunting experience.
The first tour will begin at 7 p.m. and continue every 30-minutes after. The last tour will be at 9 p.m. and each tour is capped at 15 people.
Candlelight Tours at Glensheen
Glensheen is offering Candlelight Christmas Tours on select nights this Christmas season. Learn more about the tour by CLICKING HERE, or BUY TICKETS HERE.
These tours often sell out early, so make sure to buy your tickets today!
Candlelight Snowshoe and Dinner
Follow a luminary lit snowshoe walk through Pine Point with outdoor bonfires and then retire indoors for drinks and dinner.
Candlelight Snowshoe and Dinner
Jan 17 - 5:15 pm-9:15pm
Enjoy a Minnesota winter with an evening at the Outing Lodge.
Follow an luminary lit snowshoe walk through Pine Point Park; then enjoy outdoor bonfires. Retire indoors for comfort food of Outing Lodge's famous - hearty pastry puff chicken pot pie. Make s'mores afterwards in front of the Lodge's 7 foot fireplace.
Candlelight Ski
The event will begin at 5:30 p.m. as the moon begins to rise. The night's activities will include hiking a 1-mile segment of the Platte River Trail, which will be lit with luminaries. When you need to warm up, join us at the bonfire and enjoy hot drinks and refreshments provided by the Friends of Crane Meadows NWR.
Trails will be lit by candle luminaries and participants are encouraged to hike. There will be a short loop for snowshoeing and a longer one for skiing. If no snow, hiking will be encouraged.