Destination Sites
How to get there: In Morton, MN
What you will find: Six buildings filled with stories. Information on the U.S. – Dakota War of 1862.
Services at this site: Yes
The Historical Society has been preserving Renville County history since 1940. The museum grounds consist of six buildings. The Main Museum features exhibits area, the research library and gift shop. Take a trip back into history in the Norfolk Township District 36 schoolhouse, learn of pioneer life in the 1869 log cabin, experience early farming in the machine shed, visit St. John’s Church built in 1891 and remodeled in 1909, and learn about the whole county in the Heritage Building.
Morton SNA is a protected area in Morton. Please explore with caution. This map [PDF, 879.02 KB] shows the boundaries.
For more information on visiting an SNA, go to the MN DNR website.
What is an SNA? Minnesota Scientific and Natural Areas (SNA) include native plant communities, rare species and geologic features.
Things to Do: Destination Site, Museum, U.S. - Dakota War of 1862
