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Fort Snelling

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Fort Snelling

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Location: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

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September 14, 2024

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Fort Snelling, a National Historic Landmark located on the Dakota homeland known as Bdote, has a rich history over the last 10,000 years. Visitors can explore stories of the military fort and its surroundings, learn of the history of Native peoples, trade, soldiers, veterans, enslaved individuals, immigrants, and the evolving landscape. Admission fees vary with age, but MNHS members, Native Americans, and veterans are given free entry. Hours and days of operation vary by season.

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Location: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

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Fort Snelling

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Minnehaha Trail – Fort Snelling loop from Historic Fort Snelling

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