Gibbs Farm, a living-history site of the Ramsey County Historical Society near St. Paul, offers summer day camps for ages 4–14 exploring 19th-century Minnesota farm life and Dakota seasonal life. Campers experience historic farm animals, gardening, games, nature, and crafts, grouped as History Explorer camps for ages 6–10 and History Scholar camps for ages 10–14. Camps are led by trained historic interpretive staff.
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We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Gibbs Farm directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Isaac AdamsExcellent historic site for all ages! The Gibbs family story and their ties to Dakota people are remarkable. Took a Dakota history tour there with my kiddo's first grade class and they did an excellent job making 1800's Dakota life fun--including teaching some Dakota words!
★★★★★Maiyoua ThaoI love this place, it’s fun for kids to come look at animals.
★★★★★Tarun BalajiI always love going by the farms on my morning runs! it smells refreshing, almost rejuvenating!
★★★★★TaraVery neat learning experience for kids (and their chaperones)! I feel like there are fewer opportunities like this than when I was young, so I'm so glad this place still exists! Lots to learn about the way farming, education, building, etc. was done when the settlers first came, as well as how the Native Americans used to live, hunt, travel, build, etc. Very well done.
★★★★★Andrea RaadI went on a field trip with my daughter and her class to Gibbs Farm. The guides were very friendly and made it enjoyable for the kids and adults. Very interesting history about the Gibbs family and the Dakota Indians. ❤️💙