State Orphanage Museum Tours

You'll walk away with a head full of interesting facts after visiting State Orphanage Museum. Each piece here tells a story, so take your time exploring the displays.

You're spoiled for sightseeing choice in Owatonna. State Orphanage Museum is an ideal place to start here, but there are lots of other fine spots to explore. Medford Outlet Center, RAD Zoo, and Owatonna Arts Center are close to the museum and will top off your day nicely.

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Radisson Blu Mall of America

Radisson Blu Mall of America

4.5 out of 5
East Bloomington
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Nov 13 - Nov 16
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Atlanta (ATL) to Minneapolis (MSP)
9/10 Wonderful! (2,461 reviews)
This chain is well-known, but it should be in better condition. What impressed me most was the poor condition of the carpets, stained and dirty. The location is excellent, with plenty of food and shopping options.

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2025

Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis

Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis

4 out of 5
Dinkytown
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Nov 13 - Nov 16
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Atlanta (ATL) to Minneapolis (MSP)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Cool ambiance and friendly service. Easy to check in and out, although the reception desk is tucked out of site.

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

Nicollet Island Inn

Nicollet Island Inn

2.5 out of 5
Nicollet Island
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Sep 29 - Oct 2
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Dallas (DFW) to Minneapolis (MSP)
9/10 Wonderful! (46 reviews)
Was surprised at the extra historical charge.

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Popular places to visit

A really cute reptile and amphibian zoo. They even have an alligator! They do daily shows and feedings of the animals and are looking to expand in really cool ways.

RAD Zoo

Why not meet the animals who live at RAD Zoo during your travels in Owatonna? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

RAD Zoo
Wild rice growing in Rice Lake State Park in Minnesota

Rice Lake State Park

You can take time to visit Rice Lake State Park during your travels to Claremont. You'll find more to see and do in this family-friendly area.

Rice Lake State Park

Owatonna Arts Center

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Owatonna Arts Center in Owatonna. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Owatonna Arts Center

Owatonna Tennis Center

Catch an event at Owatonna Tennis Center during your trip to Owatonna. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Owatonna Tennis Center

Owatonna Visitors Bureau

Owatonna Visitors Bureau is just one of the places to see in Owatonna, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Owatonna Visitors Bureau

Prairie School Bank

You can find out about the history of Owatonna when you stop by Prairie School Bank. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Prairie School Bank

Best Lodging Options Near State Orphanage Museum

Baymont by Wyndham Owatonna

Baymont by Wyndham Owatonna

2.5 out of 5
245 Florence Avenue, Owatonna, MN
Baymont by Wyndham Owatonna
Quality Inn Owatonna Near Medical Center

Quality Inn Owatonna Near Medical Center

2.5 out of 5
150 Saint John Dr, Owatonna, MN
Quality Inn Owatonna Near Medical Center
Home2 Suites By Hilton Owatonna

Home2 Suites By Hilton Owatonna

3 out of 5
230 Allan Ave, Owatonna, MN
Home2 Suites By Hilton Owatonna
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Owatonna, MN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Owatonna, MN

2.5 out of 5
130 Allan Ave, Owatonna, MN
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Owatonna, MN
Courtyard by Marriott Owatonna Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Owatonna Downtown

3 out of 5
225 North Cedar Avenue, Owatonna, MN
Courtyard by Marriott Owatonna Downtown
Executive Inn By Belvilla Owatonna Hwy 35

Executive Inn By Belvilla Owatonna Hwy 35

2.5 out of 5
745 State Ave, Owatonna, MN
Executive Inn By Belvilla Owatonna Hwy 35
Super 8 by Wyndham Owatonna

Super 8 by Wyndham Owatonna

2 out of 5
1150 W Frontage Rd, Owatonna, MN
Super 8 by Wyndham Owatonna
Historic downtown flat

Historic downtown flat

Owatonna
Historic downtown flat
Dartt's Park Flat

Dartt's Park Flat

Owatonna
Dartt's Park Flat
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