NPS Photo / GM Spoto Welcome to Grand Portage National Monument! Where is the Monument? The whole park! The Antiquities Act of 1906 authorized the President to declare by public proclamation landmarks, structures, and other objects of historic or scientific interest situated on lands owned or controlled by the government to be national monuments. A national monument is intended to preserve at least one nationally significant resource. Grand Portage National Monument marks the spot where, for millenia, travelers on the Great Lakes connected to the riverways of the continent. During the 18th century fur trade, a small settlement here gained an international reputation. The North West Company in particular transported furs and trade goods through this location, which was one of the largest commercial enterprises in North America at the time. The Historic Depot is open Memorial Day weekend through Indigenous People's Day in October. Visit any time of year to explore Heritage Center exhibits, trails, and events next to Lake Superior. This section provides important information for visiting the monument and region. For gas or diesel fuel, groceries, fishing and sporting supplies, stop at the Trading Post.
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Last updated: April 15, 2025