Washburn County Historical Museum Tours

Home to a broad variety of unique and interesting collections, Washburn County Historical Museum is a terrific place to discover more about times gone by. Find out if there are any guided tours available or just roam around at your own speed.

You'll soon learn why this Shell Lake collection of historical artifacts is a hit with travelers. If you're looking for more to see and do here, Shell Lake Arts Center, The Potter's Shed, and Railroad Memories Museum are in this area too. They won't take long to get to from Washburn County Historical Museum.

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Hilton Minneapolis

Hilton Minneapolis

4 out of 5
Downtown Minneapolis
Price was $358, price is now $253 per person
$253
per person
Mar 6 - Mar 8
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Minneapolis (MSP)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Beautiful hotel with lots of amenities

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

Nicollet Island Inn

Nicollet Island Inn

2.5 out of 5
Nicollet Island
Price was $868, price is now $621 per person
$621
per person
Jan 20 - Jan 24
found 17 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Minneapolis (MSP)
9/10 Wonderful! (52 reviews)
Was surprised at the extra historical charge.

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

The Westin Minneapolis

The Westin Minneapolis

4 out of 5
Downtown Minneapolis
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $420, price is now $302 per person
$302
per person
Jan 26 - Jan 30
found 7 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to Minneapolis (MSP)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Always a great stay at the Westin!

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Popular places to visit

Shell Lake Arts Center

3.5/5(9 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Shell Lake Arts Center during your stay in Shell Lake. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's theater scene.

Shell Lake Arts Center

The Potter's Shed

4.5/5(4 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at The Potter's Shed during your travels in Shell Lake. Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its art scene.

The Potter's Shed

Railroad Memories Museum

4.5/5(5 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Railroad Memories Museum in Spooner. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the fishing spots.

Railroad Memories Museum

Spooner Dog Park

After visiting Spooner Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Spooner. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the fishing spots.

Spooner Dog Park

Butternut Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Butternut Lake during your travels in Barronett.

Butternut Lake

Barron County Park

Explore the great outdoors at Barron County Park, a lovely green space in Barronett.

Barron County Park

Best Lodging Options Near Washburn County Historical Museum

Shell Lake Lodge, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Shell Lake Lodge, a Travelodge by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
315 Hwy 63 South Shell Lake WI
Shell Lake Lodge, a Travelodge by Wyndham
Best Western Spooner Riverplace

Best Western Spooner Riverplace

2.5 out of 5
101 W Maple St Spooner WI
Best Western Spooner Riverplace
Peacefully secluded cabin on a small private lake with 55 Acres

Peacefully secluded cabin on a small private lake with 55 Acres

Barronett WI
Peacefully secluded cabin on a small private lake with 55 Acres
2 bedroom, 1 bath cabin with bunkhouse on fully recreational lake

2 bedroom, 1 bath cabin with bunkhouse on fully recreational lake

Spooner WI
2 bedroom, 1 bath cabin with bunkhouse on fully recreational lake
Private Modern Cabin with Hot Tub on 11 Acres - The Perfect Up North Getaway

Private Modern Cabin with Hot Tub on 11 Acres - The Perfect Up North Getaway

Spooner WI
Private Modern Cabin with Hot Tub on 11 Acres - The Perfect Up North Getaway
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rice Lake by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rice Lake by IHG

2.5 out of 5
824 Bear Paw Ave Rice Lake WI
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rice Lake by IHG
Luxurious Lake McKenzie Cabin Getaway ~ Recently Remodeled!

Luxurious Lake McKenzie Cabin Getaway ~ Recently Remodeled!

Spooner WI
Luxurious Lake McKenzie Cabin Getaway ~ Recently Remodeled!
Serene Lakefront Retreat - Pristine home near it all with Gracious Hospitality

Serene Lakefront Retreat - Pristine home near it all with Gracious Hospitality

Rice Lake WI
Serene Lakefront Retreat - Pristine home near it all with Gracious Hospitality
Come and enjoy cabin in wodzzz with hot tub year round.

Come and enjoy cabin in wodzzz with hot tub year round.

2 out of 5
Webster WI
Come and enjoy cabin in wodzzz with hot tub year round.
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