Eligibility Criteria

Provide at least 2 meals a day during normal mealtimes of breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Continuous, staffed food service operation at least 6 days per week except holidays
Seating capacity for at least 20 people
Restroom facilities
State or local licensing or approval, where required
Public access to a telephone
Maximum distance of service: 3 miles in Urban area and 15 miles in Rural areas

Sites for camping
Parking accommodations for each campsite
Restroom facilities and drinking water
State or local licensing or approval, where required
Maximum distance of service: 10 miles in Urban areas and 15 miles in Rural areas

Historic sites shall have definite historical significance as determined and approved by the MN Historical Society and State Signing Engineer
Historic District requests shall be listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Requests will be accepted from a local government agency and shall contain the following:

A map of the district
Photographic evidence of street signage. Historic district boundaries must be distinguishable through local street signage
Evidence that the district is providing information regarding the district in a publicly accessible location within the district such as a self-service kiosk or welcome center. Include the location of the kiosk, hours open to the public, and a copy of the information provided to the public, such as a pamphlet

Sites shall be limited to include any facility for the live performing arts, exhibits, or concerts. In lieu of hours of operation, the facility must have a seating capacity of 2,500 seats and hold at least 50 events per year.