Saint Anthony Falls
Beyond Zoom
Below are resources to learn more about visiting Saint Anthony Falls, Minnesota geology, waterfall erosion and the important connections between the Mississippi River and the development of the Twin Cities. You'll also find BRAND NEW activities for you to explore at home, or with your classmates.
Saint Anthony Falls
Saint Anthony Falls is located on Native Dakota Land. Learn more about the Native Land you live on with this resource from Native Land.
There are tons of activities to do at and around Saint Anthony Falls! Some of the options include —
Lock and dam walking tours
Explore the Stone Arch Bridge
Learn about what once was the world's largest flour mill at the Mill City Museum
Bike or walk around Mill Ruins Park
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This session's mystery was —
What happened to the waterfall and how did it help shape the Twin Cities?
With the NPS rangers, we discussed —
The important connections between the Mississippi River and the development of the Twin Cities
Barges, locks and dams, with a focus on Saint Anthony Falls
More resources —
Take Home Activity: River in the Sand
St. Anthony Falls Takehome Activity.pdfSaint Anthony Falls Facilitation Slides
Saint Anthony Falls Slides.pdfSaint Anthony Falls Activity Packet
Saint Anthony Falls Packet.pdf