Discovery Sites
How to get there: Located 1 ½ blocks west of Highway 23 in Hanley Falls.
What you will find: Multiple building museum
Services at this site: Facilities, picnic area, and parking are all handicapped accessible.
Three large buildings contain a marvelous collection of antique tractors, gas engines, implements, automobiles and tools in mint condition. Many fond memories will surface as you stroll through the farm home rooms, handmade quilts and general store. Plan an hour or two to experience rural Minnesota’s finest look at yesterday’s agriculture.
You will see a re-creation of a farm kitchen where butter was churned and hungry threshing crews were fed; a parlor; bedroom and turn-of-the- century blacksmith shop; an excellent miniature and toy machinery collection; and several buildings housing pioneer farm machinery and tools. Explore the rooms of a farm home, general store, vintage automobiles, and railroad memorabilia along with a ‘Made in Minnesota” gift shop. Enjoy browsing on your own or join a guided tour.
Things to Do: Discovery Site, Museum
