Best Museums in Woodbury

"Located in the neighborhood of Whittier, on an eight-acre campus formerly known as Morrison Park, the Minneapolis Institute of Arts (MIA) is government-funded fine art museum that is open to the public free of charge. Featuring an encyclopedic collection of over 80,000 objects, spanning 5,000 years of world history, the MIA is home to one of the finest wide-ranging art collections in the country, consisting of remarkable exhibitions and collections of art from Africa, Oceania and the Americas, as well as a vast collection of Asian art and sculpture. Inspiring wonder through art, the MIA also features traveling collections from other museums, as well as the Minnesota Artists Exhibition Program, which focuses on displaying works by local artists from Minnesota."

"This museum is a huge trove housing a veritable history of art. The modern and contemporary collections will astonish, while the Asian galleries (2nd floor) and Decorative Arts rooms (3rd floor) are also..."

"In these drawings by painter and sculptor Robert Longo, the juxtaposition of contorted bodies with the title National... Contemporary art is the art of today. Walker Art Center, located in the Lowry Hill neighborhood of Minneapolis, will expose you to multidisciplinary modern and contemporary art with its collections including books, costumes, drawings, media works, paintings, photography and prints."

"3 p.m.: After you’ve freshened up, head over to the Walker Art Center. The art museum’s diverse galleries feature thousands of pieces across a wide array of visual and media arts. Beyond standard oil paintings and photography, the collection includes books, costumes, and multimedia projects, as well as live performance art and videos."

"The Mill City Museum takes a look at the history of the industry of flour milling. It is part of the Washburn A Mill, which was constructed in 1880, when it was the largest of its type. The structure was destroyed in a 1991 fire and today you will find the museum on the ruins with a space spanning 8 stories."

"If you’re a fixture in your grocery store’s baking aisle, you should appreciate Mill City Museum. This is is a very fun and educational museum. You can see how important flour is to Minneapolis, Minnesota."

"When you want to see modern art, just head to the University of Minnesota's glimmering stainless steel and brick building overlooking the Mississippi River. There you'll find the free Weisman Art Museum, a teaching museum at UMN and a leader in the world of modern art, integrating the perspectives of local culture and history. You can’t miss the unique exterior facade of curved metal structures by world renowned architect Frank Gehry."

"The Weisman, which occupies a swooping silver structure by architect Frank Gehry, is a university (and city) highlight. The airy main galleries hold cool collections of 20th-century American art, ceramics, Korean furniture and works on paper."

"The Weisman Art Museum, founded in 1934, is a modern art museum located at the University of Minnesota. It features a collection of more than 25,000 images, and traditional Korean furniture and Native American Mimbres pottery."

"James J. Hill was the wealthy and successful builder of the Great Northern Railway. His impressive home reflects both his power and prosperity. Upon its completion in 1891, the Hill mansion was the most expensive home in Minnesota, with 22 fireplaces, 13 bathrooms and 16 crystal chandeliers."

"Downtown's James J. Hill House, located at 240 Summit Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the landmark and historical building, museum and walking tour spot 4.5 stars out of 35 reviews."

"The Minnesota History Center consists of a museum and a library and is home to the Minnesota Historical Society. The eye-catching building with two L wings joining at a central dome was completed in 1992. There are both permanent and rotating exhibits, all of which are family friendly and designed to appeal to both children and adults."

"This place is located a few blocks from Fort Road at Kellogg Blvd and is a really treasured building in Minnesota. It is a 25 year old center which preserves the past of Minneapolis for the future generations. A library contains some artifacts dating back to the Hmong’s and the Ojibwe who are part of this history."

"Kellogg Blvd. in downtown, the museum is the highest-rated museum in Saint Paul, boasting 4.5 stars out of 62 reviews on Yelp."

"Though the Twin Cities Model Railroad Museum recently moved to a new location, but you’ll still find the O-scale models of your favorite trains. Much of the museum replicates the railroads and landmarks that travel through Minnesota, but you’ll find some Easter egg treats hidden in the tracks, such as Big Foot and Mickey’s Diner."

"Twin City Model Railroad Museum, a museum in Midway, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 17 Yelp reviews. Head over to 668 Transfer Road, Suite 8 to see for yourself. This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor."

"Walk in the door, pick up your dinner, and walk out smelling like wood-fired smoke. The Polski family does barbecue the same way they’ve been doing it for more than 70 years, because why would you change when it tastes this good?. Order: Slab of pork ribs, pit-smoked chicken, pulled pork, baked beans with bacon, collard greens"

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"When you want to see modern art, just head to the University of Minnesota's glimmering stainless steel and brick building overlooking the Mississippi River. There you'll find the free Weisman Art Museum, a teaching museum at UMN and a leader in the world of modern art, integrating the perspectives of local culture and history. You can’t miss the unique exterior facade of curved metal structures by world renowned architect Frank Gehry."

"The Weisman, which occupies a swooping silver structure by architect Frank Gehry, is a university (and city) highlight. The airy main galleries hold cool collections of 20th-century American art, ceramics, Korean furniture and works on paper."

"The Weisman Art Museum, founded in 1934, is a modern art museum located at the University of Minnesota. It features a collection of more than 25,000 images, and traditional Korean furniture and Native American Mimbres pottery."

"A historic venue in its own right, the Minnesota Museum of Art is sure to be hosting an exhibit to charm your creative sensibilities. The museum is known for its significant collection of purely American artists, with over 4,500 pieces that span the entire landscape of this country's creative capacities. Masters such as Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson and Paul Manship grace the museum walls."

"Located in the Cass Gilbert-designed Pioneer Endicott building, the Minnesota Museum of American Art has a history that spans back to 1894. The M strives to bring in diverse exhibits that connect audiences with relevant subjects and issues. Currently undergoing major renovations, plan a visit to the M when it reopens December 2, 2018."

"The iconic Minnesota Museum of American Art has found it's home in the historic Pioneer Endicott building. While the indoor galleries are currently closed for a total rehaul, you can still take in The M’s exhibitions from their window galleries and skyways."

"Rich and creamy scoops with adult-friendly flavors that sometimes contain booze, Sonny’s is an ideal stop for a first date night on warm evenings. Only open Friday through Sunday in spring, the shop does stay open late into the evening. In summer the ice cream is available every day."

"S, MinneapolisThe scoop: Personally, I still need to get here. Anyone want to come with?. Serving gourmet flavors of ice cream, gelato & sorbet – Sonny’s claim to fame is whipping up over 1,000 different flavors throughout the year."

"Since 1960, Sonny’s has served up elevated ice cream off Lyndale Ave. It makes more than a thousand (fancy) flavors throughout the year. PICK: Organic strawberry basil with aged balsamic vinegar."

"I’ve never seen such a poorly utilized parking lot in my life. They changed the direction of the drive through line so sometimes you have to drive in thr..."