Toimi School

The Toimi School paints a picture of Finnish life in northeastern Minnesota in the early 1900's. It was in 1905 when 71 percent of the state's Finnish population lived in the seven-county area of northeastern Minnesota.

The Toimi School was built in 1913 and stayed in session approximately 30 years until 1942. It served a 300-member community of 100% Finnish descent and students were only allowed to speak the Finnish language during recess. The school was built by Finnish craftsman in a Finnish construction-style.

Directions: Follow the Superior National Forest Scenic Byway (11) from Hoyt Lakes to stop sign / intersection at Highway 16 / Superior National Forest Scenic Byway. Take a left and head east approximately 6 miles. School is located on the right (south) side.

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Toimi School
Highway 16
Superior National Forest Scenic Byway
218-848-2247
Toimi