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The Club
At Minneapolis Golf Club
Founded in 1916, Minneapolis Golf Club brings together exceptional golf, timeless surroundings, and an active club community. Known for its walkable championship course and welcoming culture, MGC offers a club experience shaped by great golf, good people, and time well spent.
  • 1916
    Minneapolis Golf Club is founded, beginning more than a century of golf and club life in the Twin Cities.
  • 1920s
    Willie Park Jr. and Donald Ross shape the course into the classic layout members still play today, and a new clubhouse rises on the property.
  • 1959
    MGC hosts the PGA Championship, putting Minneapolis on the national golf stage and welcoming the game's legends to its fairways.
  • 1998
    The Dayton's Challenge brings Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, and Gary Player together for one unforgettable day, raising millions for children's cancer research.
  • 2020
    A comprehensive re-grassing project replaces every blade of grass on the course, with new bentgrass tees, fairways, and greens built for Minnesota's toughest winters.
  • 2024
    A course renovation reimagines every bunker in a style true to the original Park and Ross design, pairing that historic character with modern drainage and new tee options for golfers of every ability.
  • Grill Room Renovation - November 2025
    A complete transformation of the Grill Room into one of the finest dining spaces in Twin Cities golf. New bar, new layout, new design - honoring the classic clubhouse while elevating the everyday member experience.
Amenities & Club Life
At Minneapolis Golf Club
More Amenities InfoMGC offers much more than a great round of golf. Club life is elevated by exceptional amenities, from the newly remodeled Grill and patio to the pool, event spaces, and active member programming throughout the year.

The result is a well-rounded club experience with plenty of ways to gather, unwind, and enjoy time at MGC.
Golf
At Minneapolis Golf Club
More Golf InfoGolf is at the heart of MGC. The course is walkable, strategic, and enjoyable for a wide range of players, with enough challenge to test accomplished golfers and enough playability to make every round inviting.

Supported by practice facilities, instruction, member tournaments, junior programs, and an active golf calendar, MGC offers a golf experience that is serious about the game without losing its sense of fun.
Core Values
GOLF-FIRST EXPERIENCE
The game is central to MGC’s identity and member experience.
TRADITION WITH CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
MGC respects its history while continuing to invest in the future of the club.
WELCOMING COMMUNITY AND CAMARADERIE
A culture built on camaraderie, sportsmanship, and genuine connection.
ACCESSIBILITY & PLAYABILITY
A championship course designed to challenge strong players while remaining enjoyable for every level of golfer.
FAMILY & SOCIAL CONNECTION
Dining, pool life, events, juniors, and traditions bring members together beyond the course.
SERVICE & TRANSPARENCY
A team committed to hospitality, communication, and a high standard of care.
Located just west of downtown Minneapolis, MGC brings golf, social life, and community together in a well-rounded club experience with a championship pedigree.