Minnesota

Bienvenue to the French heritage of Minnesota, l’Etoile du nord!  Click below to see the interactive map showing French-related sites and organizations in Minnesota. And click to see a calendar of French-related events happening in Minnesota. Then, click on the links below to read more about Minnesota’s French heritage. You’ll learn about the Native people who lived here before the French arrived, the travels of adventurers like Radisson, the growth of trade at Grand Portage, French-speaking traders like Faribault, and more!

Finally, you’ll find out how French heritage is preserved today, discover additional resources to explore, and find resources for teachers as well.