Ely MN Area Attractions

Dorothy Molter Museum
As a private, non-profit organization representing part of the unique and rich history of northeastern Minnesota, the Dorothy Molter Museum strives to not only honor the legacy of its namesake, but also be an active, equitable and positive member of the Ely Area community and family of Minnesota museums. It preserves and interprets Northwoods wilderness heritage through learning opportunities inspired by Dorothy Molter, the last non-indigenous resident of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW).

Ely-Winton History Museum
The Ely-Winton Historical Society exists to collect, preserve, and display to the public, artifacts and information relating to the history of our amazing area in northern Minnesota. Through our Museum, our extensive archive of documents and photos, and various informative events throughout the year, we hope to share with you the story of the shining jewel of the Northland, and is a proud Affiliate of the St. Louis County Historical Society. Museum and Office are open Tuesday through Friday, noon to 4:00 pm throughout the year, or by appointment, as well as Saturdays from noon to 4:00 pm during the Summer months.

Ely Arts and Heritage Center
Ely Arts and Heritage Center, formerly known as Ely Greenstone Public Art, is a nonprofit arts and heritage organization in the Ely, Minnesota, area, whose goal is the enhancement of life through art and to recognize the rich heritage of the area. Ely Arts and Heritage Center manages the historic Pioneer mine buildings for the city of Ely. Informed tour guides whose relatives or themselves were miners conduct tours of the Pioneer Mine on Tuesdays from 2-5 and Fridays from 3-6 p.m.

Ely's Historic State Theater
Ely’s Historic State Theater is a non-profit two screen cinema and live event space. With state of the art equipment, Ely’s Historic State Theater regularly showcases new movies, old classics, and live performances. Visit the wbsite for the full schedule.

International Wolf Center
The International Wolf Center uses science-based education to teach and inspire the world about wolves, their ecology, and the wolf-human relationship. Summer hours are May 24 – October 20, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

North American Bear Center
The North American Bear Center is the only black bear and wildlife educational facility of its kind. Dedicated to replacing old myths with facts, it lets people learn from the bears themselves about bear behavior, ecology, and their relations with humans. Hours vary - see website for details.

Soudan Underground Mine State Park
This Minnesota State Park features Minnesota's first and deepest underground iron mine. One-hour guided tours will take you 2,400 feet down and more than 100 years into Minnesota's past. Put on a hard hat and venture a half-mile into the earth. You'll gain a new appreciation for the lives of early miners, and come to understand the impact of mining on the lives of northeastern Minnesota settlers. Park hours: Daily from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. Office hours: May through September: Daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; October through April: Weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Winter office entrance located at 1379 Stuntz Bay Road, Soudan, MN