Runestone Museum
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Runestone Museum
The Runestone Museum is one of Alexandria’s most iconic attractions, showcasing the world-famous Kensington Runestone alongside exhibits that bring local history, culture, and discovery to life. Located in downtown Alexandria, it’s a must-visit for anyone curious about the region’s unique past.
About Runestone Museum
The Runestone Museum features dozens of exhibits which highlights Norse history, the Native Americans, Minnesota wildlife, early pioneers and the world-famous Kensington Rune Stone! Enter Fort Alexandria and visit several authentic log buildings, an 1880 country school house, and view a forty-foot Viking ship called the Snorri. Gift shop and museum open year around.
Their Children’s Discovery Room is an area that promotes education through active play. Kids can play games, play dress-up, design a Viking Shield, learn the Rune alphabet, and imagine what it’s like to be a homesteader as they decide which goods to load in their wagon.
Hours
- Tuesdays – Saturdays 10a – 4p
- Closed Sundays & Mondays