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 Well-preserved Victorian house |
265 Exchange St Minneapolis, MN 55102 United States +1 651 296 8760 / +1 651 296 0100 http://www.mnhs.org/places/sit... |
Guides dressed in period garb lead tours through this well-preserved Victorian house. This Second Empire mansion was built by Alexander Ramsey, Minnesota's first territorial governor, in 1872 and is furnished with many original pieces. During his political career, Ramsey was also mayor of St. Paul and a United States senator. The house was occupied by Ramsey descendent's until 1964 when it was willed to the Minnesota Historical Society. Tours start every hour with the last one beginning at 3pm. The house is seasonally decorated during the holidays and daily hours are expanded from November 27 through December 31. The office is in the adjacent carriage house. Tours are conducted May through December. Please call for Holiday tour hours. General Admission: Adults $5, Children $3, Seniors $4. Cookies baked in the house's kitchen are included in the admission fee. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home-Grown Talent |
10 E Exchange St Minneapolis, MN 55101 United States +1 651 290 1221 http://fitzgeraldtheater.publi... |
This beautiful classic structure opened in 1910 as the Shubert Theater. Known for many years as the World Theater, it was renamed in 1994 after favorite local son, famous writer F. Scott Fitzgerald. Garrison Keillor, modern day's favorite local son, hosts the Public Radio International program "A Prairie Home Companion" live from the Fitzgerald on Saturdays at 5p (when he is not taking his show on the road). This is a good spot to watch any type of show, with an intimate feel gained from the three tiers of seating that afford everyone great sightlines. The acoustics are wonderful. Many famous names ply this venue, from comedians to musicians. One drawback is the tiny narrow lobby that tends to get very crowded. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A great view and fascinating history |
Off Mounds Blvd., Northeast of Downtown St. Paul Minneapolis, MN 55101 United States +1 651 266 6400 |
The history of this area dates back 2,000 years. The park offers a great panoramic view of the Mississippi River and downtown St. Paul. Enclosed by metal rail fences, six ancient Indian burial mounds rest within the rich soil of the park. No climbing on the sacred mounds allowed.An old reconstructed aerial beacon, used for many years by aircraft approaching the Holman Field airport across the river, stands near the mounds. In 1776, a man named Jonathon Carver discovered what is now known as Carver's Cave. Inside the cave, he found ancient artifacts and hieroglyphics. Plaques posted nearby tell the detailed stories of these historical landmarks.This popular park is available for anyone including family picnics, skateboarders, hikers, bikers, groups and field trips. Rustic restrooms are scattered throughout the park for your convenience. No admission charge, but fees may apply to large picnic groups. In that case call +1 651 645 5713 for fees and availability of picnic areas, otherwise first come, first serve. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Railroad history in Minnesota |
193 Pennsylvania Ave East Minneapolis, MN 55101 United States +1 651 228 0263 / +1 800 711 2591 http://www.mtmuseum.org |
Located on the site of Minnesota's first railroad maintenance shop, this museum encourages visitors to learn about the railroad industry. Visitors learn about the history of the railroad and can watch the maintenance of passenger cars and locomotives, which operate in the Osceola and St. Croix Valley Railway in Wisconsin. The roundhouse was built in 1907 as part of the Jackson Street complex, founded shortly after the Civil War, to service and maintain steam locomotives. Several public grants and many volunteers have helped in the restoration of the Roundhouse. Admission is free. After your exploration of the railroad, visit the gift shop for a souvenir. Parking is available in the lot adjacent to Pennsylvania Avenue on the right-hand side. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Relax along the river |
Kellogg Boulevard (between Wabasha and Robert Streets) Minneapolis, MN 55101 United States +1 651 266 6400 |
A recent effort by the city of St. Paul to reclaim the riverfront is this beautiful park across the street from the Courthouse. Take a stroll and enjoy the view of the Mississippi River from the pathways of the Kellogg Mall Park. A fountain provides a cool spot during the warm months and transforms into the famous Salvation Army red kettle in the winter helping to raise money for their cause. Watch fireworks occasionally, or check out the paddleboats on the river from one of the many benches or take a seat on the grass. Take a walk, have a seat and enjoy the view. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lavish Victorian architectural masterpiece |
75 West Fifth Street Minneapolis, MN 55102 United States +1 651 292 3228 http://www.landmarkcenter.org |
Opened in 1902 as a federal court building, this lavish Victorian architectural masterpiece sits facing St. Paul's Rice Park. Constructed of pink granite and red tile roofs, it boasts multiple turrets and gables along with other fanciful details. The richness continues inside with a five-story courtyard lit by a massive skylight and extravagantly appointed rooms with 20-foot ceilings, marble fireplaces and carved mahogany. Besides office space for numerous arts organizations, the Landmark Center is home to the prestigious Minnesota Museum of American Art, the Ramsey County Historical Society and the Schubert Club. The St. Paul Cafe, an excellent spot for lunch, is located on the first floor. Free tours take place at 11a on Thursday and 1p on Sunday. For something a little more unusual, take the Gangster Tours offered on the last Sunday of each month at 1p. Reservations are required for these special tours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A great place to relax |
221 East 5th Street Between 5th and 6th Streets, Sibley Minneapolis, MN 55101 United States +1 651 266 6400 http://www.stpaul.gov/depts/pa... |
Enjoy a stroll on the intertwining walkways that wind through this park. A man-made stream is the center of attention for many who visit. During the warm spring and summer months, listen to recorded and live music from the bandstand. In winter, the park twinkles as thousands of lights decorate the trees. Many people meander through the park and hang out, unwinding from the tough day at work. If you like to see a diverse crowd, love to people watch, or just want to relax, come to Mears Park. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pre-WWII recipes |
36 7th St Minneapolis, MN 55102 United States +1 651 222 5633 |
This venue features everything that makes diners an American staple. Try an order of the "2s" (2 eggs, 2 pancakes, 2 pieces of bacon or sausage). Besides buttermilk pancakes and potatoes O'Brien, the diner whips up a tasty cauldron of baked beans, Mulligan stew and bean soup, all made from pre-WWII recipes. The burgers are greasy and so are the fries, but they are lip-smacking good. Top it off with a malt made with old-fashioned ice cream. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Learn To Play |
10 West 7th Street Minneapolis, MN 55102 United States +1 651 225 6000 / +1 651 225 6001 http://www.mcm.org |
Designed for children four months to 10 years old and their adult chaperones, this museum features four permanent galleries and two others hosting traveling exhibits. Visitors are encouraged to use all of their senses to explore the many things there are to see and do. They can be in the spotlight on the sound stage, crawl through the maze of tunnels in the giant ant hill, create a thunderstorm, operate a huge crane and much more. Activities and performances by singers, dancers, jugglers and storytellers take place daily. This is truly a place where 'learn to play, play to learn' is more than just a phrase. If the sound of children squealing with delight bothers you, be advised not to visit. Admission is $7.95 Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Collection of 10,000 Art Pieces |
Kellogg Boulevard at Market Street Minneapolis, MN 55102 United States +1 651 266 1030 http://www.mmaa.org/ |
After spending much of the 1990s on the brink of financial disaster, this small museum resurfaced in 1998. Housed in a series of rooms on the second floor of the splendid Landmark Center in St. Paul, the museum has adequate room to show off its fine collection of 10,000 paintings, drawings, sculptures and prints. The permanent collection is comprised of 130 years of American Art collected over a period of 40 years. It is home to works by well-known artists such as Grant Wood, Thomas Hart Benton and Childe Hassam. The museum also showcases the talents of many local artisans plus many traveling exhibits. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nostalgic rides around town |
193 Pennsylvania Ave East Minneapolis, MN 55101 United States +1 651 228 0263 http://www.mtmuseum.org/ |
A collection of working locomotives, steamships, train depots, roundhouses, trolleys and motor coaches brings the history of local transportation alive. The MTM has five exhibit sites in and around the Twin Cities area that are visited by more than 100,000 people annually. The various restored depots and roundhouse allow visitors to travel back to the golden age of the railroads.The most popular exhibit is the Como-Harriet Streetcar Line, a rebuilt portion of what used to be the nation's largest urban rail service that was a 500-mile system in its heyday. Restored cars dating from the late 1800s and early 1900s run a two-mile round trip course between Lakes Harriet and Calhoun in South Minneapolis. Cars run every 15 minutes and passengers can board at the Linden Hills Station or the Lakewood Cemetery platform. The museum's other big draw is the Minnehaha, a 1906 steamboat which used to ferry streetcar passengers all over Lake Minnetonka. Back from a watery grave, the restored steamboat is as good as new and spruced up with a snazzy maroon and gold paint job. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Honor the brave |
State Capitol Grounds Minneapolis, MN 55101 United States +1 651 536 1792 |
Located on the State Capital grounds, this memorial honors Minnesotans who served in the Vietnam War. More than 1,000 names are engraved in the granite memorial. These are the Americans who were either killed or missing in action as a result of the war. Pay your respects by visiting this memorial site honoring those who gave their lives in service for their country. There is a book of names nearby which gives the location of each name on the monument. The location is a little hidden, so look for the monument close to the freeway and in the center of the grounds. Parking is available on the street or in lots not designated for state business. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Have a seat and relax |
109 West 4th Street Minneapolis, MN 55101 United States +1 651 266 6400 http://www.stpaul.gov/depts/pa... |
Rice Park, a public square since 1849, serves as an outlet for anyone who needs to relax or downtown workers who just want to eat lunch away from their desks. Make a wish in the giant fountain that dominates one corner of the park. Faced by the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, the main St. Paul Public Library, Landmark Center, and the St. Paul Hotel, the park is a peaceful, shady haven. Free concerts held in the summer are a joy to all. Winter brings the ice sculptures carved for the St. Paul Winter Carnival; you can watch the carvers in action and enjoy them afterwards. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The venue for all reasons |
175 West Kellogg Boulevard Minneapolis, MN 55102-1299 United States +1 651 265 4800 http://www.rivercentre.org |
This complex is comprised of different venues for entertainment, sports and conventions. Offering 162,500 square feet, RiverCentre consists of exhibit halls, the grand ballroom and 15 additional meeting rooms with separate lighting and sound systems. Xcel Energy Center is the home of the Minnesota Wild. Seating 18,600 for hockey, the arena is state-of-the-art. This arena also provides entertainment such as concerts and family shows. The Roy Wilkins Auditorium is an intimate venue, with a 5,500-seat auditorium, three meeting rooms and an exhibit hall for concerts, exhibits, and ceremonies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classical museum |
75 West Fifth St (#302 Lower Level, Landmark Center) Minneapolis, MN 55101 United States +1 651 292 3267 http://www.schubert.org |
The Schubert Club, established in 1882, has for over 100 years served as the bastion of classical recital music in the Twin Cities. Musical instruments dating back 425 years, such as items in its keyboard collection, are elegantly displayed in posh style. The museum's exhibits include musical manuscripts and instruments from around the world (such as Song of India). A docent is on hand to guide your tour. Admission is free. Groups exceeding five people are encouraged to call in advance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
