The story of the Minneapolis Golf Club begins in 1916, when our founders—five members of the Minneapolis Athletic Club—set out to establish a golf club that would foster friendship, sportsmanship, and the love of the game. Members were sought, land was acquired, and nine holes were built on what is now the site of the Golden Valley Country Club. On the first Saturday of August, 1916, play commenced at the MGC.

Later that year, our members voted to relocate the club to a larger piece of land in St. Louis Park. The Scottish golfer and golf course architect Willie Park Jr. was hired to lay out the new course, and an existing four-room farmhouse was converted to a clubhouse. The club's first event at its new location, a match play versus bogey, was held on May 19, 1917.

By 1919, the club had grown to 400 members, and plans for a larger clubhouse were in the works. To accommodate the new clubhouse, the course would need to be re-routed. For this purpose, our members hired another Scotsman, Donald Ross, one of the most respected golf course designers of the 20th century.

For over ninety years, we've been recognized as the best club around for people who are serious about golf, and our dedication to helping our members learn, practice, and enjoy the sport has never wavered. We hope you'll consider joining us.