Featured Search
Discover Minnesota history through Collections Online! Search for photographs, three dimensional and archaeological objects, artwork, oral histories, moving images, maps, and more. A single search can display items across many of our collections.
Our featured search highlights Minnesota's state parks. From Minneopa in Mankato, to the shores of Lake Superior with Gooseberry Falls and Split Rock Lighthouse, to the headwaters of the Mississippi River in Itasca, and all around the state with views of beautiful landscapes and people from the past and present enjoying them.
Sensitive Collections and Take-Down Procedure
The Minnesota Historical Society is the home of many culturally significant and sometimes sensitive items. Some material may contain terms that reflect the creators' views, or those of the period in which the materials were created, written, or recorded, but may not be considered appropriate today. These views are not necessarily the views of the Minnesota Historical Society. While the information may not reflect current understanding, it is provided in an historical context. For more information, please see our NAGPRA and Culturally Sensitive Objects Policy.
In making collections available online, the Minnesota Historical Society acts in good faith, gives credit to right holders when possible, and respectfully provides access to culturally valuable materials. Despite these efforts, there may be occasions when an individual may wish to contest the inclusion of an item online. For more information on how to contest an item’s inclusion online and the steps necessary to request it be taken down, please see our Take-Down Request Procedure.
Give a Historical Gift
Digital scans or print reproductions of photographs from our collections are a great option! Search for a familiar neighborhood, profession, or event--or even just a cool image that strikes your fancy. Order a print or a digital copy as a gift.
Ordering a Photo
Watch this video to learn about purchasing photos and obtaining photo permissions from the Reference Library.
- FAQs
- Allow 4-6 days for processing and delivery of your image order.
- MNHS cannot guarantee delivery of your image order, but will ship within four business days of receipt of your order.
- Rush orders ship on the next business day.
