Minnesota Boat Club

Rowing in Saint Paul Since 1870

Minnesota Boat Club has been promoting health and fitness through the sport of rowing since 1870. Our programs cater to a wide variety of competitive and recreational rowers. The historic boathouse is located on the shores of Raspberry Island and is the jewel of downtown Saint Paul's Mississippi waterfront. The club maintains a beautiful landscape and lovingly restored banquet hall available for your next special event.

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2019 MBC Gala

Saturday, December 7th at 6:00 PM

Come and join the Minnesota Boat Club for the 35th edition of the annual gala on Saturday, December 7th at 6:00 PM! This year's theme is RailROW, going back to a time when saloons and railroad tycoons ruled over old St. Paul.

2019 Registration Information is Available

Click the button below to view the program and rack fees for the 2019 season, and to register.

Also, if you haven't signed up for the MBC mailing list, click here to sign up.

2019 Registration

Rowing Programs

Minnesota Boat Club welcomes every level of athlete and has programs for juniors, open, masters, novice, and even learn-to-row classes.

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Learn To Row at the Minnesota Boat Club

Our summer learn to row classes offer a unique opportunity to experience rowing on a beautiful stretch of the Mississippi River in downtown Saint Paul. Learn the basics of the rowing stroke in a stable, catamaran-style training boat, and later feel the exhilaration and speed in an 8-oared racing shell.

Event Space & Rentals

Our boathouse on Raspberry Island is filled with history, surrounded by natural beauty, and conveniently located in downtown Saint Paul. Our intimate indoor and outdoor event space is professionally managed by Mintahoe Catering & Events for an unforgettable experience. Learn more at the link below.

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History

Minnesota Boat Club has a rich history as the oldest athletic institution in the State of Minnesota. Our rowers have been nationally competitive for nearly 150 years and our boathouse is on the National Register of Historic Places. MBC was one of the founding clubs of the longstanding North West International Rowing Association and have called Raspberry Island our home since the club was founded 1870.

Our History & Future

Membership & Events

Information for current members including our racing calendar, events, and more.

Member Information