The best arts & culture spots in Woodbury

“Interactive transportation museum featuring bus & railway exhibits & historic train cars.”

“Completed in 1902, this ornate former government building now houses art & history exhibits.”

“Built in 1905, this beaux arts–influenced building serves as the seat of the state's government.”

“This week, trade doomscrolling for a deep dive into franchise lore at The Minnesota Vikings Museum, where a 360-degree video theater, hands-on exhibits, and heaps of artifacts pull you into six decades of Vikings and Minnesota football history. It’s equal parts nostalgia hit and goosebump factory.”

From the South Minneapolis newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Whether your kids need an energy outlet or you do, The Bakken Museum turns curiosity into play inside a gorgeous historic mansion. Tinker in Spark to make music or a mini movie, get zapped with Ben Franklin’s electric tricks, and explore Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein roots...”

“Historic Fort Snelling spotlights many voices and many stories in one place, with exhibits that make Minnesota’s past feel surprisingly close. Carve out an hour this week for a refresh on homegrown stories that still matter, then bring those new facts to your next backyard chat.”

“Step into the rebuilt ruins and let Mill City Museum turn Minneapolis’s flour power past into something you can actually touch, hear, and see. Interactive exhibits, big industrial vibes, and dramatic views make it a perfect quick reset this week... a reminder why we’re the Mill City.”

From the Woodbury newsletter, August 6, 2026

“History museum offering one-hour guided tours on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.”

“Acclaimed collection of antique radios, vintage TVs & broadcasting equipment to honor the craft.”

“Stately museum & culture center featuring Swedish history exhibits, a mansion & art classes.”

“Music recordings, a simulated tornado & other interactive exhibits featured at state history museum.”

“Acclaimed venue featuring contemporary art in a variety of media, plus a sculpture garden & bistro.”

“Paint-your-own ceramics chain, with a studio available for walk-ins, workshops & parties.”

“Specialty model-railroad museum featuring large displays, toy trains & history exhibits.”

“Museum featuring galleries of Russian art & artifacts, plus events, classes & a gift shop.”

“Children's museum with hands-on experiments & exhibits related to science, technology & engineering.”

“Large museum with diverse animal dioramas & a planetarium also offers educational programs.”

“Paint-your-own ceramics chain, with a studio available for walk-ins, workshops & parties.”

“This modern stainless steel & brick building houses American & contemporary paintings plus ceramics.”

“Museum since 1907 exploring the sciences via hands-on exhibits & movies in an IMAX dome theater.”

“African-American history museum showcasing quilts and art exhibits.”