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 Great architectural and cultural resource |
1220 Marshall St Northeast Minneapolis, MN 55413 United States +1 612 673 5095 http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.u... |
This complex looms large on the northeast Minneapolis landscape above the Mississippi River. The cluster of brick and limestone buildings extends an entire block. With its monolithic arches, attic arcades and protruding piers, it casts the ominous presence of a great European castle. The main building or brew house was built in 1891. In 1987, the city of Minneapolis purchased the property to preserve this historic link to its past. The facility is currently used for a variety of public functions including wine and beer tasting receptions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tallest building in the Twin Cities |
80 S 8th St Minneapolis, MN 55414 United States +1 612 372 1660 http://www.ids-center.com/page... |
This multiple-use structure, a full block of retail shops, the Marquette Hotel and offices connected by a sizable vestibule, whisked downtown Minneapolis into a new era. The massive edifice is comprised of four blue-glass covered buildings at its base that come together 12 stories later to form a 777-foot skyscraper, the tallest building in the Twin Cities. Opened in 1973, its Crystal Court immediately became a pulsating indoor town square. Eight stories above the pink granite floor is a white metal canopy covered with hundreds of clear Plexiglas pyramids, hence the name Crystal Court. Trees, flowers, benches and shops elegantly bring to life the vitality of this unique space, also home to Basil's Restaurant. The city's skyway system converges on the court and thousands of pedestrians pour through it every day. The IDS Center, named for Investors Diversified Services, now American Express Financial Advisors, is one of the nation's preeminent skyscrapers. The tower's highly reflective blue glass, haughty lobby and sleek construction make it a true architectural classic. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Michel Schneider |
 Photo: Michel Schneider |
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Magnificent panoramic views |
West River Road at East 50th St Minneapolis, MN 55417 United States +1 612 742 2971 |
Lock and Dam #1, also known as the 'Ford Dam,' is located near Minnehaha Park in southeast Minneapolis. Construction of the dam, deemed necessary to improve river navigation between Minneapolis and St. Paul, began in 1899 and was completed in 1917. In 1923 the Ford Motor Company was given a permit to build a power plant. It generates enough power to operate the lock along with supplying the needs of the Ford Plant and local residents.Like the observation deck of the Upper St. Anthony Lock and Dam, the Visitor Center provides a bird's eye view of the spectacular 675-foot long dam and locking procedure. Magnificent panoramic views of the river and surrounding area can also be seen from the promenade three stories above the dam. From the deck visitors can witness barges, towboats and a multitude of pleasure craft making their way up and down the lock. The small picnic area nearby allows sightseers to make it a leisurely day of surveying river traffic. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oldest continuously used church |
1 Lourdes Place Minneapolis, MN 55414 United States +1 612 379 2259 http://www.ourladyoflourdes.com |
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church is the oldest continuously used church in Minneapolis. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the landmark church stands in the heart of the St. Anthony Falls Historic District. The original building was constructed for $15,000 in 1857 as a meeting hall for the First Universalist Society. In 1877 the French Canadian Catholic community purchased the native limestone structure and the parish became the first in the United States to be named Our Lady of Lourdes. The original 3,000 square foot structure was enlarged and redesigned. A bell tower, sacristy, vestibule and rectory were added. The structural changes altered the church's architectural style. The original rectangular building became a linear French provincial-type edifice with a V-frame beam truss. The circular portion of the nave was modeled after the Chapel Royale at Versailles and a Gothic steeple was added. But by 1917 the parish was losing its population. French no longer was the primary language spoken in the parish school and by 1945 the sermons were given only in English. Scheduled to be boarded up in 1968, the parish somehow survived and rode the crest of the development of the Riverplace area in the early 1980s. As redevelopment continues to thrive in the city's birthplace, the little church with the long history is being rediscovered. Visitors take guided tours, which are available to groups by appointment, and parishioners come from all over the Twin Cities to worship. Call for schedule of services or to arrange for a tour. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Nattapol Pornsalnuwa |
 Photo: Nattapol Pornsalnuwa |
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