Three Rivers Park District

The Landing is a historic and unique, outdoor living history museum that preserves and interprets 19th century life in the Minnesota River Valley.Wooded trails stretch along nearly one and a half miles of scenic river valley, which really brings alive the charm and challenges of life in the 1800's.Walking through this village, a person will firsthand witness the early days of the fur trade era. Back in a time when people traveled by footpath and canoes to the bustling village with its shops, homes, church, town hall and railroad depot.Some days there are costumed interpreters who are prepared to spin a tale, demonstrate their craft and explain the daily life of men, women and children.Many days, however, the park is unstaffed so it is primarily a self-guided tour, with occasional informational signs that describe a building's or area's historical significance.No cost of entry or parking, which is great!

The dogs and I have visited the park a number of times and always enjoy our strolls through the grounds. Lots of parking, many flat trails for easy walking, beautiful spots for photo opportunities, interesting building and history, nice bathrooms hidden in a building that matches the barns. Definitely will be going back.

This review is for The Landing, Cedar Creek history tour. The guides were very knowledgeable and approachable. They welcomed questions and had detailed answers. Our group of 5 enjoyed seeing the difference in housing for the residents. The Banker's home was the most grand, to the rooming house and seamstress's buildings down to the fur post living conditions The person taking the admission fees wasn't that welcoming. She neglected to tell us about what tours were what. We are from out of state and didn't get that much info from her. If one lives in the area, it would be good to check their web site for information and events. We didn't have to opportunity to do so as this was an impromptu visit.

I was on a run along the State trail toward downtown Shakopee and basically stumbled into this spot-- I hadn't even known it was here! The hours are generous, from 5AM to 10PM. I ended up coming back later in the day around sunset to explore by myself. They do employ historical actors and the like, but I do not know on which days/times. I just came to walk around and take photos. =) I had a fun time seeing all the old buildings and reading the placards with historical info on them scattered about. I also enjoyed all the farm animals: chickens, pigs, sheep, and cows. There are a couple port-a-potties for your convenience and a more established toilet further up at Memorial Park (which is adjacent). I was looking forward to walking back along the River Trail, but it was pretty ill-defined and unestablished... not sure if they are working on it or if it has deteriorated, but it's the only reason I am giving 4-stars instead of five. Otherwise it was a delightful time and I recommend it, especially to anyone curious about history in the 1800s in the Shakopee area!

Really cool but would love to see it when it was alive with staff. We went in the middle of the week during the pandemic and had the place to ourselves. Got to see all the buildings and peer in the windows. Everything is well preserved and they are adding new buildings. Would love to go back and hear the stories.

First "park" I've ever been to that didn't offer a military discount. We visited while on Leave, and were disappointed to hear that the attendant hadn't even heard of parks offering discounts to military families. I'd ask that Three Rivers consult with other parks and hopefully add a military discount in the future. (Also, National Parks give FREE admission to Military families)