charles a. lindbergh historic site

Before taking a tour of the Lindbergh home, we had one to visit the museum. It is set up with a lot of information about Lindbergh's life, from early childhood when he gained an interest in aviation, throughout his career and family life. The museum visit is self-guided and has a lot of information. The tour of the home is guided and our guide did a great job telling the story of Lindbergh's childhood.

This is an excellent museum to tour to learn more about Charles Lindbergh. The displays are well-done with many of the possessions of the pilot throughout his life. There is an informative film shown that is a brief autobiography, and on the main floor a second theater has a ten minute film describing his Atlantic solo flight. The model of the plane is open for people to actually sit in to give the feeling Lindbergh must have had during his flight. We spent about ninety minutes walking through the displays, although we could have taken longer if we had read everything that is displayed. The museum's site is about two blocks away from his boyhood home, which is also open at times for tours.

Camp sites are small but hiking is nice. The park offers history for a little added something for a day trip or camping weekend.

We have lived in Minnesota our entire lives but had never visited here. What a mistake we made waiting so long. Having heard only bits and pieces of 'Lucky Lindy's' life, this museum and house filled in all the holes. The house is original to the family (after the first one burned in 1905) and is filled with mostly items from his family. To learn about his youth and what he was like before he became famous was very enlightening. You really learned what made him tick. We did the tour first, then saw the museum and film. This order works really well, as the tour concentrates on his early years, whereas the 20 minute video concentrates on his flight and life after that. The museum is very complete and really gives a glimpse of what he endured to undertake his world-changing flight. Well worth the price (although, I must admit, we are Members and admission is included with our membership). But be sure to allow at least two hours, perhaps more if you are into the details.

Well worth your time to visit. The childhood home was pretty neat and the museum, while kind of small, was packed full of neat stuff. Several interesting videos. I had no idea he was such a complex personality.

This historical site is a must see if near the Little Falls, MN area. It shows that even famous people are really just like others in life. Charles' family was quite dysfunctional and he was not the type to embrace the formal learning environment; yet he had a brilliant mechanical mind and took every opportunity to solve challenges. This a really great opportunity to learn the "back" story of such an important person to aviation history.

Nestled in the park-like setting of Little Falls, Minnesota is a unique historical site- the childhood home of Charles A. Lindbergh. Since 1931, shortly after his monumental solo transatlantic flight, the Lindbergh family deeded the 110-acre estate to the state of Minnesota. Since 1969, the Minnesota Historical Society has been entrusted in maintaining the property and more importantly, in telling the story of the town's most illustrious and, some say, controversial figure. The 1906-vintage home accurately replicates a time when a young boy grew into manhood, and tours of the building will highlight the important events of that period. The home is also where a family heirloom is stored, the restored 1916 Saxon touring car that Charles drove across the country. Incidentally, a later vehicle is also located at the nearby interpretive center, the 1959 Volkswagen "Beetle" that in later years was used by Lindbergh on four continents. The most iconic vehicle associated with the Lindbergh aura is the 1927 Ryan NYP "Spirit of St. Louis" that is present in the form of a unique cut-away flight simulator that beckons the visitor to experience what Charles must have felt on his flight to Paris. The claustrophobic and sparse cockpit outfitted with authentic-looking instrumentation and equipment, is linked to a computer and allows the operator to try to emulate Lindbergh. (I got to Paris only to crash!!) The History Center also contains original artifacts that illustrate the Lindbergh story and also give a context to what was a remarkable life. A small gift shop is located at the reception area where you meet a team of dedicated, knowledgable and helpful staff. After taking my wife and I out on a tour of the home, the tour guide, after being bombarded with my questions, was seen with her head in a Lindbergh biography, double-checking her answers. As far as I know, she was "right on" with every response and was just another reason why a visit to the Charles A. Lindbergh Historical Site is not to be missed.

Not a 'modernized' historical site. The house is as Lindbergh's have just left. Others in the area have been turned into bed & breakfasts and modern appliances. This is all the "neat old stuff."

It was going to cost us nearly $50 for my family of 7 to get in (1 adult, 2 seniors, and 4 kids), which initially gave me cause to think twice. Not only was the guided tour of Limbergh's boyhood home worth it, the surprisingly well-stocked museum added to the whole experience. By the time we finished the nearly half-hour documentary, we had run out of time on this excursion to finish the museum. We'll definitely be going back, and will consider membership in the state historical society so we can continue to return again and again.

My husband and I took our 3yr old and 12yr old here for a day trip on Saturday. They had the "Meet the Lindbergh's" going on which my 12yr old history buff loved! Actors portraying his Mom and staff had many great stories about the family. The kids got to try washing laundry on a washboard and mow the lawn with an old lawnmower. My 12yr loved the tour of the house and the 3yr old loved the flight simulator. Nice shaded picnic grounds also.

If you haven't had the opportunity to visit this site on a 'Living History' day, make plans to do it this summer! The staff does an awesome job presenting the history of this place, as well as, letting the visitors get to know Charles Lindbergh when he was a young boy.

My sister insisted on stopping here during our recent road trip. I wasn't so sure, but after touring the childhood home of Charles Lindbergh, and visiting the interesting exhibits in the museum, I'm glad we went. Definitely worthwhile to visit these folks - and our tour guide really brought the childhood experiences of Lindbergh to life.

We went as a school trip of 4th graders from BAXTER. They split us up into smaller groups, which worked out well. All of the guides did an excellent job. 99% of us, kids and adults had not been there and we are only 30 miles away. Well worth the trip. After the very educational movie in the theatre, most of the questions were on the kidnapping and ransom. All the books and stories had not mentioned this prior. We adults thought it was interesting that it was the most thought provoking for a ten year old! Also we learned he started to drive at 11 or 12!! Wow!! We then walked across the street to the state park and had cold lunches. I will be back and bring my grandkids. The gift shop looked cute too, but all were told no shopping!!! Grazie! Kim

I came here this summer to do some hiking. My wife and I started the hike together but the bugs got so bad she went back to the car and ended up exploring the Lindbergh house. The hike started out near the old water tower and down some stairs to the creek area. After crossing a bridge the trail wound through the woods. It seemed like the whole time I had deer flies dive bombing my head. Aside from the bugs the hike was a nice trail through a mostly wooded area and there were a few other historic spots where Charles first flew and crashed a certain airplane. The only people I encountered on my hike were some workers repairing an old wooden bridge out there. The hike finished with a mile or so along the creek. My wife really enjoyed the house and the information within. Nice area with cool falls right near the site.

Lindbergh was an interesting character who had both his good side and not-so-good side. This museum does a good job of commemorating his life and achievements. Of course, the thing for which he should be remembered the most is his trans-Atlantic flight and this is properly highlighted. It is worth making the trek from the Cities to see this well-presented museum assuming you are interested in the subject matter.