Austin, Minnesota is an amazing community with an astonishing abundance of unique attractions and activities that will keep your group busy for your entire fieldtrip.
Mix and match a custom fieldtrip day in Austin by exploring History – Nature – Science – Food – Art.
Visit the Hormel Historic Home – built in 1871, the Hormel Home strives to preserve the Home and History of the George A. and Lillian Hormel Family.
Explore at the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center – over 520 acres to explore, including: hardwoods, pine forest, restored prairies, creeks, ponds, a three-story observation tower, miles of hiking trails. The expanded interpretive center houses interactive exhibits, classroom space and lots of educational and recreational programing. Canoe, kayak, snowshoe and cross-country ski rentals are available. To assist those with mobility limitations, Action Track Chairs can be reserved.
Learn about SPAM® at the SPAM® Museum – This is a fun and interactive museum! Explore the SPAM® Brand across the globe. Email yourself some SPAMtastic recipes. Learn the history of the Hormel Foods Corportation. SPAMples available!
View science at The Hormel Institute – Started in 1942 by Jay C. Hormel, The Hormel Institute, University of Minnesota has a nearly eight-decode history of making significant scientific discoveries aimed at improving the health of the world. View into the research labs of expert scientists and see a microscope so large it has its own special space and worth over $10 million.
Create art at the Austin Artworks Center – A space to learn, create, display and perform. Groups can be hands on and create a masterpiece to take home. Reservations required for classes.