Historic Fort Snelling
4 expert reviews
Not For Tourists
"Tour a fort by the river."
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Begun in 1819, Fort Snelling ranks as the westernmost fort built by the US government after the War of 1812."
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Frommer's
"Costumed guides are the focus of a living history reenactment during the summer months, re-creating the activities of everyday army life during the 1820s. "
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"East of the mall, Fort Snelling is the state's oldest structure, established in 1820 as a frontier outpost in the remote Northwest Territory."
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