Some of the links on this page may be affiliate links. As an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. There is no additional cost to you when you make a qualifying purchase via an affiliate link. Click here for the full affiliate disclosure.
Farm Equipment, Big Machines, Questionable Meat and More: Take a Made in America Minnesota Factory Tour
If you’re ever in Minnesota or are a Minnesotian, Minnesotanite, Minnessotagander, ahhh, Minnesotan…(Why did I make that so hard?) Anyway, if you’re in Minnesota, you can see where food begins and ends on the Minnesota factory tours.
The Not So Big List of Minnesota Factory Tours, Museums, and More
Crayola Experience
Crayola Experience is located inside the Mall of America, one of the country’s largest shopping and entertainment destinations. Here, kids can dive into melted wax spin art, create personalized crayon wrappers, and explore dozens of art stations, all while parents take a break from shopping.
Because it’s part of Mall of America, families can easily pair a visit to Crayola Experience with other attractions, making it a must-stop for both locals and tourists. It’s a bright, colorful escape in the heart of Minnesota, giving kids a chance to create souvenirs while parents treasure the memories.
- Features: Spin art, personalized crayons, and interactive exhibits
- Museum/Factory: Features Crayola crayons made in Easton, Pennsylvania
- Best For: Families visiting the Mall of America who want a break from rides and shopping
Why Choose Them: Combines America’s largest mall with colorful, kid-friendly fun
Bloomington’s Crayola Experience turns a shopping trip into a day of hands-on creativity, proving that American-made crayons are as fun in Minnesota as they are in Pennsylvania.
In addition to Bloomington, Minnesota, Crayola Experience locations can be found in Plano, Texas, Chandler, Arizona, Orlando, Florida, and the flagship location in Easton, Pennsylvania.
Intivity Center | Jackson, MN
Watch Massey Ferguson wheel tractors, Fendt and Challenger track tractors, and application equipment like RoGator and TerraGator roll off the assembly line. The facilities offer a new world-class visitor center too where you can see equipment, learn about the past, present, and future of farming productivity, and much more.
SPAM Museum | Austin, MN
I mean who doesn’t want to visit a museum entirely dedicated to SPAM? Good news! Free guided and self-guided tours are available with SPAMbassadors to make sure you have a great visit.
More Tours in Minnesota
Made in the USA Matters has a complete directory of United States dairy farm tours. Check out the dairy farm tours in Minnesota.
Minnesota Distillery and Brewery Tours
Made in the USA Matters has a complete directory of United States distilleries and breweries that offer tours. Check out the distillery and brewery tours in Minnesota.
Did we miss a Minnesota factory tour? Please share it with our community in the comments below.
Michelle K. Barto is the founder and lead writer of MadeInTheUSAMatters.com, a site dedicated to helping consumers discover and support products made in the USA. With over 25 years of professional blogging and content creation experience, Michelle combines deep research with firsthand product use to bring readers honest, practical, and engaging reviews alongside easy-to-browse brand and product directories.
Raised with a respect for American craftsmanship, Michelle personally uses and tests many of the products featured on the site — from cookware she uses in her own kitchen to outdoor gear she takes camping with her family. Her mission is simple: make it easier for people to choose quality, American-made goods that support jobs, communities, and manufacturing here at home.
When she’s not writing, you’ll find Michelle working on backyard and home remodeling projects, exploring local parks, or planning the next family adventure in their camper. She lives in Ohio with her husband, youngest son, cat, and a small flock of ducks.
