Sauk Centre, Minnesota

Where a Nobel Prize Winner's Story Began

Built in 1889 and designated a National and Minnesota Historic Site, this is the childhood home of Sinclair Lewis — America’s first Nobel Prize winner for Literature.

The home has been carefully restored to the period when Harry Sinclair Lewis lived here with his parents and brothers, Fred and Claude. Inside, you’ll find period furnishings donated by local residents and many items original to the Lewis family.

Tour the home and discover the early life and enduring literary legacy of one of America’s most celebrated authors.

Open Fridays and Saturdays, 10 am – 3 pm, from June through August.   Private and group tours are available by appointment at other times and during the off-season. Please call the museum to schedule.

Adults: $10 | Children under 12: Free