CLOSED FOR 2020:Webber Natural Swimming Pool | Minneapolis
Water treated with plants instead of chemicals. Zero-depth entry for the littlest swimmers. Open Tues-Sun, 1-7pm.
HISTORIC SITES
Pond Dakota House Open House | Bloomington | Note: The house will be closed this year, but families can still enjoy the grounds.
The Landing | Shakopee
The park grounds and trails are open daily for self-guided exploration. Access to the park is free, though it does not include access inside the historic buildings.
UPDATE: THE MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY HAS ANNOUNCED THE CLOSURE OF ALL ITS HISTORIC SITES THROUGH JUNE 2020.
May 24, 2020:Immigrant for a Day | Gammelgarden Museum, Scandia | Note: Gammelgarden has cancelled public programs for the “foreseeable future”. While we are hoping they’ll be open for Memorial Day weekend, we highly recommend checking the website the day of the event. Step back into the 1850’s with immigrant family activities and tours. 1-4pm, free today only.
CEMETERY CEREMONIES
May 25, 2020: Memorial Day at Lakewood Cemetery | Minneapolis A pre-recorded, virtual ceremony begins at noon on the cemetery’s website. Lakewood will still be open on Memorial Day and staff will be onsite to answer questions 12pm.
May 25, 2020: Roselawn Cemetery | Minneapolis Virtual Ceremony. Organ concerts daily 11am-1pm and Memorial Day Ceremony Monday at 10 am.
Cancelled: May 25, 2020: Union Cemetery | Maplewood Memorial Day Service next to the office. Bring your lawn chair. 10am. A final decision as the public program will be made closer to the event date. However, the cemetery will be open for visitors between 8am to 8pm.
NATURE PROGRAMS
With social distancing still recommended, all programs have been cancelled this weekend. Check out our 65+ Fun Nature Play Ideas for Kids for ideas you can implement at home.
Cancelled: May 25, 2020:Memorial Day Animal Show | Eastman Nature Center, Maple Grove Drop in to get hands-on with various critters. 1-3pm. (Register ahead if you would like updates)
Opening weekend:Pollinators: All The Buzz | Como Park Zoo & Conservatory (Como currently has all summer events postponed) Pollinators found around the world in an indoor greenhouse garden. 10am-6pm thru Labor Day.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
As with Nature Programs, community events are still not recommended. We have ideas for family fun at home:
Gibbs Farm | Falcon Heights – Opening is currently postponed to June 6, 2020. Take a themed guided tour or attend one of Gibbs Farm’s special events throughout the season. Opens May 23, 2020.Weekends & select Fridays, 10am-4pm. $5-$8/pp.
Historic Fort Snelling Memorial Day Weekend – Explore the historic buildings, chat with costumed interpreters, watch cannon and musket firings, and join in historic games. Kids can try out the History Hunt scavenger hunt. New this year: Free general admission to all military veterans, plus up to five accompanying family members! Finish the day with a short hike through adjacent Fort Snelling State Park. May 23-25, 2020. 10am-5pm, $8-$12/pp. CLOSED THROUGH JUNE 2020.
The Landing | Shakopee The Story of Memorial Day (Event #2LAN220T): Meet Civil War veterans and learn how Memorial Day began in 1868 as “Decoration Day” to honor Union soldiers who died. Horse-drawn trolleys provide transportation through the park. May 25, 2020.$5/pp, under 2 FREE.
Oliver Kelley Farm | Elk River Welcome Back to the Farm Day: Explore the new visitor center, tour the historic farmhouse, lend your hand at farm chores, and check in on the animals. May 23, 2020. 9am-4pm. $8-$12/pp, under 5 & MHS members FREE. CLOSED THROUGH JUNE 2020.
Sibley House Historic Site | Mendota Nature Walking Tour: Discover the historic trading post nestled in one of Minnesota’s first settlements. May 24, 2020. 1-4pm. $5-$7/pp. CLOSED THROUGH JUNE 2020.
The following MNHS sites and museums across the state are CLOSED to visitors through June 2020.
Birch Coulee Battlefield, Morton: dawn to dusk
Charles Lindbergh House & Museum, Little Falls: 10am-5pm
All of the paid pools, ponds and beaches are delaying or cancelling opening in 2020, but check out our free listing. A couple smaller beaches are opening.
Elm Creek Swimming Pond | Maple Grove
Chlorinated w/ sand beach, close to an elaborate playground, nature center and historic site. Opens May 23, 2020.9am-8pm, $5/pp.
CLOSED through May:Grove Cove Aquatic Center Outdoor Pool | Maple Grove
Indoor and outdoor swimming options. Opens May 23, 2020. 10am-6pm. $7-$8/pp or $26-$30/family.
CLOSED for 2020:Jim Lupient Water Park | Minneapolis
Pre-season hours Memorial Day Weekend. $3-$5/pp.
Lake Minnetonka Swimming Pond | Minnetrista
Chlorinated w/ sand beach. Lifeguards on duty starting early June. Opens May 23, 2020. 9am-8pm, $5/pp.
Centennial Lakes Park | Edina – Group Activities Not Allowed in 2020
Attractions opening Memorial Day Weekend include the park’s paddle boats, lawn games (croquet and lawn bowling, $20/hr), and the putting course ($6-$10/pp).
Como Town Amusement Park | St Paul – Closed until Further Notice.
Carnival rides and entertainment for kids up to 12 years. Open 10am-7pm Memorial Day Weekend.
Minnesota Zoo | Apple Valley – Currently closed until Further Notice. Llama Trek opens, the special experience along the Northern Trail, will allow guests to walk among free-roaming llamas. $12-$18/pp (plus parking), under 2 FREE.
Wheel Fun Rentals
Rent surreys, choppers, canoes, paddleboards and more. Weekend hours are open at all locations by Memorial Day Weekend. Visit the links for complete hours.
Memorial Day Observance | American Legion, 200 Lilac Dr. N., Golden Valley Remembrance for those who died serving our country. Ceremony includes bagpiper, bugler, and honor guard with 3 rifle volley. A reception will follow the observance in the Legion. Dress for outdoor event.
Memorial Day Ceremony | Chanhassen A ceremony at the Veterans Monument in City Center Park (in front of city hall) at noon, the Legion will assemble at the Veterans Monument in City Center Park to conduct the Memorial Day Ceremony.
Memorial Day Observance
Monday, May 27, 2019 10:30 AM
CHESTER BIRD POST 523 AMERICAN LEGION
200 LILAC DRIVE NORTH
GOLDEN VALLEY, MN 55422
All are welcome to attend this day of remembrance for
those who died serving our country so that we could
enjoy our lives in the land of the free.
This is an outdoor event, so please dress appropriately.
Our ceremony will include a Bagpiper, Bugler, and
Honor Guard with 3 Rifle Volley. A reception will follow
the observance in the Legion.
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Memorial Day Observance
Monday, May 27, 2019 10:30 AM
CHESTER BIRD POST 523 AMERICAN LEGION
200 LILAC DRIVE NORTH
GOLDEN VALLEY, MN 55422
All are welcome to attend this day of remembrance for
those who died serving our country so that we could
enjoy our lives in the land of the free.
This is an outdoor event, so please dress appropriately.
Our ceremony will include a Bagpiper, Bugler, and
Honor Guard with 3 Rifle Volley. A reception will follow
the observance in the Legion.
More information at chesterbird.org
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