Burwell House

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Historic yellow house surrounded by trees The Charles H. Burwell House is an 1883 Italianate Victorian home built by Charles and Mary Burwell. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The Burwell House is owned and operated by the City of Minnetonka. The house is furnished with period pieces, most of which are owned by the Minnetonka Historical Society.

Tours

Tours are available June through September and during annual special events.

June 1-Aug. 31, 2024: Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, 1-4 p.m.
Sept. 1-29, 2024: Saturdays and Sundays, 1-4 p.m.

Tour information:

No reservations required.
Tours are free of charge, with the option to make a donation to the continued preservation of Burwell House.
The house is air conditioned.
Tour guides do not wear costumes.
Group tours of ten or more people are available upon request on non-tour days.
Permits are not required for filming/photography conducted solely for personal or family use or for news purposes.

Public and private use

The Burwell site is part of the Minnetonka parks system and provides a scenic setting for a weekday lunch, picnic, painting, drawing, photography or a small family gathering.

Permits are available for private use of Minnetonka Mills Park and the Burwell grounds for events such as weddings and receptions. Permits grant nonexclusive use of the external site and are required for groups of 10 or more. Because the site is a public park with multiple access points, including Minnehaha Creek, the park may be used by others at any time. To request a permit, please call 952-939-8354.

Please note: To preserve its historic nature, the interior of the Burwell House is not available for private events.

Special events

Burwell Spooktacular

Our fall event at the Burwell House is a Halloween-themed party for children ages 12 and under.

Self-Guided Tours

The Minnetonka Historical Society will be offering self-guided tours of the home on Sundays, Nov. 24, Dec. 1 and Dec. 15 from 1 - 4 p.m.

Holiday Open House

The Minnetonka Historical Society will be hosting an annual open house on Sunday, Dec. 8 from 1 - 4 p.m. Come see the home decorated for the holidays and enjoy a self-guided tour and light refreshments.

Apply to be a tour guide

Thank you for your interest in being a guide at the Burwell House. All positions have been filled for the season.

Minnetonka's historic Charles H. Burwell House is a treasured city resource, and tours led by volunteers play a critical role in bringing this site to life for visitors of all ages. Volunteering at the Burwell House is a great way to get involved in the community and to share this special site with others.

Tour guides typically volunteer for three-hour shifts, twice each month, but can volunteer as little or as often as they like. High school students are welcome to apply! Training is provided.