Camp Release Memorial Monument
View on MapAn important location in the US - Dakota War of 1862, this site is where the Dakota re-released 269 white captives and about 1,200 Dakota people surrendered to the victorious U.S. armies at the end of the war.
Montevideo Historic Buildings
View on MapJoin us in Montevideo as we celebrate what makes America so great, keeping the history of our individuals while coming together as one people. Sites of interest in the area include: Chippewa Historic Village Camp Release Monument Minnesota River Rapids Milwaukee Road Heritage Center Hollywood Theater on Main Historic Swenson Farm in Montevideo
Milwaukee Heritage Depot
View on MapThis is a museum reviving the history of the Milwaukee Road Railroad.
Historic Chippewa City
View on MapA unique, 24-building, turn-of-the century village has been recreated here.
Minnesota River Valley Trail - Montevideo to Wegdahl
View on MapThis paved trail system begins with a well-developed system within the city of Montevideo and extends to the village of Wegdahl.
Olof Swensson Farm Museum
View on MapA 22-room house, timber-framed barn, family burial cemetery and remains of a grist mill.
Granite Falls Downtown District and River
View on MapShop, fish, picnic, or kayak in downtown Granite Falls along the Minnesota River.
Granite Falls Footbridge
View on MapA footbridge in downtown Granite Falls that crosses the Minnesota River and was designed by the famous Roebling & Sons Company.
Yellow Medicine County Museum
View on MapA museum that focuses on geology, archaeology and Native American artifacts
Andrew J. Volstead House Museum
View on MapThis National Historic Landmark is a restored home that tells the story of Andrew Volstead and his family.
Blue Devil Valley Scientific and Natural Area
View on MapA granite outcrop community within the Minnesota River Valley that supports one of the largest known populations of the rare five-lined skink.