Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum in Walnut Grove, MN

Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum in Walnut Grove, MN Walnut Grove is one of the childhood homes of Laura Ingalls Wilder. We'd love to have you visit us!
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A museum of history including items from author Laura Ingalls Wilder, Pioneer Life, and the Little House on the Prairie Television Series. Located in the town of Walnut Grove, Minnesota where Laura Ingalls Wilder lived as a child and where the Little House on the Prairie Television Series is set. This museum offers a first hand look at pioneer life "On the Banks of Plum Creek."

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08/05/2026

πŸ“– Book trivia: π‘‡β„Žπ‘’ πΉπ‘–π‘Ÿπ‘ π‘‘ πΉπ‘œπ‘’π‘Ÿ π‘Œπ‘’π‘Žπ‘Ÿπ‘ 
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It would be the first dinner in the new home and she must cook it for the threshers!
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So early next morning she began to plan and prepare the dinner. ​
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What will she serve to the threshers? πŸ€”

We missed Christmas in July so how about Christmas in August?! πŸŽ„β€‹This would be a fun early Christmas present to that per...
08/04/2026

We missed Christmas in July so how about Christmas in August?! πŸŽ„
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This would be a fun early Christmas present to that person you know that loves to read AND loves Christmas. ​ Give it to them in November and they can enjoy it throughout the season. ​
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β˜• We only have a few left so order yours soon!
https://bit.ly/HolidaysAreBookedMugLIW

08/03/2026

Welcome to our Heritage Lane building. ​ This is the first part of our building. ​ ​ On this side, you can learn more about Walnut Grove's town history, starting with pioneers settling in Walnut Station.
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🌾 See this + so much more when you visit our Museum in Walnut Grove, Minnesota. ​ Start planning your visit: https://bit.ly/PlanningYourMuseumVisit

Set aside some time today to relax with a good book! It's good for the soul πŸ’•β€‹πŸ•° Our Sunday hours in August are 12-5pm. ​...
08/02/2026

Set aside some time today to relax with a good book! It's good for the soul πŸ’•
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πŸ•° Our Sunday hours in August are 12-5pm. ​
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Enjoy your Sunday! 🌻

🍦 A sweet little bonus is waiting for you this August!​From August 1–31, spend $100 or more in our Gift Store and you'll...
08/01/2026

🍦 A sweet little bonus is waiting for you this August!
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From August 1–31, spend $100 or more in our Gift Store and you'll receive a coupon for a buy one, get one ice cream cone at Half Pint Coffee Co.🍦
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Here's how it works:
β¦Ύ Spend $100+ in one qualifying Gift Store purchase
β¦Ύ Receive your coupon at checkout from our Museum staff
β¦Ύ Redeem at Half Pint Coffee Co
β¦Ύ One coupon per qualifying purchase. One-time use.
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We can't wait to see you in Walnut Grove in August! πŸ”…

Fun Friday Poll πŸ—³οΈβ€‹How many times have you visited our Museum over the years?
07/31/2026

Fun Friday Poll πŸ—³οΈ
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How many times have you visited our Museum over the years?

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07/30/2026

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Who doesn't love a little notepad to jot down reminders, thoughts or even your to do-list?! πŸ“
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Grab this 4x6 notepad in our Gift Store and online: https://bit.ly/SweetSimpleThingsNotePadLIW

The Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to oversee the daily operation...
07/30/2026

The Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to oversee the daily operations of our Gift Store while supporting the Museum’s administrative and visitor services.
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This position plays a key role in ensuring a welcoming experience for guests, maintaining efficient operations, and supporting the Museum’s mission through excellent customer service and organizational leadership.
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To apply, please review in depth the job description on our website and fill out the application. ​ Both found here: https://bit.ly/GiftShopDirectorLIW

πŸ“– Book trivia: π‘‡β„Žπ‘’ πΉπ‘–π‘Ÿπ‘ π‘‘ πΉπ‘œπ‘’π‘Ÿ π‘Œπ‘’π‘Žπ‘Ÿπ‘  ​"You see, on a farm it all depends on what a man is willing to do. ​ If he is willi...
07/29/2026

πŸ“– Book trivia: π‘‡β„Žπ‘’ πΉπ‘–π‘Ÿπ‘ π‘‘ πΉπ‘œπ‘’π‘Ÿ π‘Œπ‘’π‘Žπ‘Ÿπ‘ 
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"You see, on a farm it all depends on what a man is willing to do. ​ If he is willing to work and give his attention to his farm, he can make more money than the men in town and all the time be his own boss."
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Again there was a silence, a rather skeptical silence on Laura's part, broken at last by Manly, who said...
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πŸ€” What did Manly say to Laura?

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Do you have one of our new vintage style American flag tees yet?! ​β–ͺ️ Comfort Colors brandβ–ͺ️ Soft, high-quality feelβ–ͺ...
07/28/2026

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Do you have one of our new vintage style American flag tees yet?!
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β–ͺ️ Comfort Colors brand
β–ͺ️ Soft, high-quality feel
β–ͺ️ Available in sizes S–4XL
β–ͺ️ $32
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Pick yours up in the Museum Gift Store or order online:
https://bit.ly/VintageUSAShirtWGLIWMuseum

Address

330 8th Street
Walnut Grove, MN
56180

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

(507) 859-2358

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