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 Fairy tale castle |
2600 Park Ave Minneapolis, MN 55407 United States +1 612 871 4907 http://www.americanswedishinst... bruce.karstadt@americanswedishinst.org |
Swan Turnblad, a Swedish immigrant and self-made millionaire publisher, built this mansion but he and his family lived in it only a short time. Swan and his wife, Christina, found it to be too ostentatious for their tastes, so they moved to an apartment across the street. The house, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, has 33 rooms furnished with antiques. After Swan's death, his family founded the American Swedish Institute and donated the house to serve as its headquarters. The museum features rotating exhibits on 150-plus years of the Swedish immigration experience. Admission: USD6 adults, USD5 seniors, USD4 children ages 6-18 (age 5 and under are free). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mystery and power of electricity |
3537 Zenith Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55416 United States +1 612 926 3878 http://www.thebakken.org/ |
Located in a beautiful Tudor-style mansion, this fascinating museum is home to an extensive collection of rare books, manuscripts, gadgets and scientific instruments related to electricity. The museum's benefactor, Earl Bakken and his company, Medtronic, have been instrumental in the creation of numerous medical devices that are based on the use of electricity. It was his intense interest in the subject of electricity that led to the creation of this exceptional, if not curious, showplace. The exhibits range from the basic workings of a light bulb to the intricacies of an electronic pacemaker. The exhibit devoted to the insane genius of Dr. Frankenstein is well worth the admission price in itself. The library's lush gardens feature more than 200 varieties of medicinal plants. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lovely building with a storied past |
2925 Dean Parkway Minneapolis, MN 55416 United States +1 612 925 8323 http://www.calhounbeachclub.co... |
The history of the Calhoun Beach Club is as diverse as the things it has been used for. The nine-story structure, overlooking magnificent Lake Calhoun, was started in 1928. With only the exterior completed, the Depression caused completion to be delayed about 18 years. Following World War II, the club provided a lively social setting for its members. However, the club fell on financial hard times in the early 1950s and went into bankruptcy. In 1954, the building was converted into a hotel and marketed as the place to have proms, parties, luncheons, banquets and wedding receptions. This proved very successful and the upper floors of the hotel were converted into ritzy apartments only the very wealthy could afford. The second and third floors became home to WTCN TV and Radio studios. During the 1960s the hotel became a home for the elderly and was renamed Calhoun Beach Manor. In 1977, the building was rejuvenated as the stellar sports and social club it was meant to be. Returning to its original name, handball and squash courts were restored, a swimming pool was uncovered and tennis courts, steam rooms, saunas, sunrooms and a jogging track were installed. The lobby was refurbished in the art deco mode and the structure once again glittered. In the late 1980s, the club expanded its facilities to include an aerobics studio, volleyball and basketball courts and the latest in exercise gear. Although the athletic club is private, the facility's meeting and banquet rooms are available to the public. This lovely building is definitely worth a visit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Calhoun Square |
3001 Hennepin Avenue South, Suite 301 A Minneapolis, MN 55408 United States +1 612 824 1240 http://www.calhounsquare.com/ sburson@cgpmm.com |
Unlike the sprawling mega structures of the vast suburban malls, Calhoun Square is a quaint urban collection of several specialty shops. Browse Borders Bookstore, check out the latest electronic games or traditional board games at Games People Play or drop in the Golden Leaf for a superb selection of cigars and pipe tobacco. Urban Outfitters, Mayan Merchants and Express offer a wide variety of apparel to meet the tastes of young and mature alike. There are also kiosks scattered throughout the mall featuring original and handmade items from local artisans. Dining choices include the elegant Figlio Restaurant and Bar, jazzy Famous Dave's BBQ & Blues and the steady Good Earth. Within walking distance are Williams Uptown Pub & Peanut Bar and the artsy Suburban World Cinema Grill and Uptown Theater. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Clean, quiet lake |
Cedar Lake Ave and Cedar Lake Parkway Minneapolis, MN 55403 United States +1 612 661 4800 |
Minneapolis' picturesque chain of lakes begins with Cedar Lake. This clean, quiet lake is the least urbanized of the five and the only Minneapolis lake with the backyards of private homes gracing its shores. Cedar Lake has two public beaches on its west and south shores, as well as a small, yet popular, clothing-optional Hidden Beach to the northeast. This technically illegal beach area, not easily accessible or visible from the public beaches, has been drawing those who wish to commune with nature for decades. Not as busy or crowded as the other popular city lakes, Cedar Lake is a great place for a relaxing swim, quiet canoe ride or just enjoying the natural scenery. A shallow channel connects the southern corner of Cedar Lake to Lake of the Isles. Contact the Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board for additional information about the city lakes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Inexpensive European Style |
2301 Bryant Ave S Minneapolis, MN 55405 United States +1 612 374 9656 |
Built in 1929 by architect William Kenyon, this charming bed and breakfast is one of the city's best-preserved early 20th-century houses and offers privacy at prices that will not bust your pocketbook. The three-story structure has three rooms on the top floor and is modeled after European bed and breakfasts. While this means the inn contains many old-world touches like a stone fireplace and period furniture, it also means the full bath is shared by the three rooms. Small meeting area is available. Located in Minneapolis' historic Lowry Hill East Neighborhood, Evelo's is within walking distance of the Walker Art Center, the Guthrie Theater, the funky Uptown area and downtown. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lake attracts young adults |
3000 Calhoun Parkway Minneapolis, MN 55408 United States +1 612 230 6400 http://www.minneapolisparks.or... |
Connected by a channel to the Lake of the Isles, Lake Calhoun is the largest of the five lakes comprising Minneapolis Chain of Lakes. The lake attracts a younger crowd to the sandy beaches for volleyball, sunbathing and picnics. Walkers, in-line skaters and bikers proliferate on the three miles of paved paths circling the lake. Windsurfers, canoeists, kayakers and sailors fill the lake during the warmer months while ice fishing houses dot its frozen waters during the winter. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Charming Open-Air Structure |
4135 W Lake Harriet Pkwy Minneapolis, MN 55409 United States |
Free summertime concerts at this location have been a grand old tradition since 1888. This charming open-air structure is the fifth facility built on the same site since transit magnate Thomas Lowry built the first pavilion. This classical single story building with eyebrow roof and corner turrets is reminiscent of the structural design that was prevalent in the neighborhood at the turn of the 20th century. The band shell hosts diverse music programs and events throughout the summer including jazz, rock, Broadway tunes and classical music concerts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Setting is delightful for sunbathing |
Franklin Ave and Logan Ave South Minneapolis, MN 55405 United States +1 612 661 4800 |
In 1880 Lake of the Isles was a stagnant marsh. Dredging of the swamp raised the property value surrounding the pond. Some of the city's largest and most elegant homes frame Lake of the Isles.This man-made lake is well stocked with pan fish, attracting anglers of all ages in the warm months as well as the cold. Swimming is not advised, but the setting is delightful for sunbathing, a picnic or reading a book under a large shade tree. In winter, park officials designate skating areas and erect a warming house. Walking, jogging or biking around its 2.7 miles of shoreline provides outstanding views of the downtown and the surrounding neighborhood. The serene atmosphere of Lake of the Isles makes it the lake of choice for canoeists.The southern portion of the lake is connected to the city's largest lake, Lake Calhoun, by a quiet channel. Contact the Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board for additional information about the city lakes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Beautiful landscape |
3600 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN 55408 United States +1 612 822 2171 http://www.lakewoodcemetery.co... rong@lakewoodcemetery.com |
A walk around a cemetery may not be your idea of how to spend a lazy afternoon, but the sprawling grounds of this one offer some of the most beautiful landscape open to the public.The city's largest cemetery is full of treasures of architecture and marvelous gestures of remembrance. Memorial Chapel, designed by Harry Wild Jones and built in 1908, is an exquisite Byzantine wonder, filled with eye-catching mosaics and a series of stained glass windows that double as a sundial. The grounds provide a soothing escape and a chance for a calm, reflective time for oneself. Opened in 1871, history abounds within the cemetery, final resting spot to well-known Twin Cities' families such as the Walkers, Lorings, and Blaisdells. Vice-President Hubert Humphrey is buried here, as are Minneapolis Park system designer Horace Cleveland and Emil Obeerhoffer, the first musical director of the Minneapolis Symphony. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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More than 85,000 Pieces on Display |
2400 Third Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55404 United States +1 612 870 3131 http://www.artsmia.org/ |
Affectionately known as the MIA, this museum is home to an exceptional gallery of Impressionist paintings and an exquisite Asian collection. The museum holds significant works by American and European artists including Picasso, Kandinsky, Matisse and Rodin, though it continues to keep pace with the 21st century: in 2006 it added a 113,000-square-foot expansion wing, designed by post-modernist architect Michael Graves, to the original 1915 marble building. Major touring shows hang each year in the MIA's large Dayton Hudson Gallery. Don't miss the period rooms, especially when they are decked out for Christmas. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Glorious Wonder to Behold |
805 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN 55403 United States +1 612 339 7007 (Box Office) http://www.hennepintheatredist... |
After many years as a magnificent vaudeville house and movie theater, it fell upon hard times. It became the center of a battle between city officials and preservationists in the 1980s and was almost razed. But the building was saved and every detail, from the gold proscenium arch and intricate murals to the molded plaster cherubs and white terracotta facade, was painstakingly renovated. These days the Theatre plays host to nationally renowned plays and musicals along with concerts and lectures. The acoustics are tremendous and there is not a bad seat in the house. State Theatre is part of the Hennepin Theatre Trust. Visit their website for a full calendar of events for this and all Hennepin venues. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chirp and tweet! |
4124 Lake Harriet Parkway Minneapolis, MN 55409 United States +1 612 230 6400 http://www.minneapolisparks.org/ MSchmidt@minneapolisparks.org |
Just a minute away from the Lyndale Park Gardens, this bird sanctuary is a sanctum sanctorum in spring for birds. Every feathery flight taken by these migratory songbirds ends at this quiet destination, and warblers are the main draw! The Minnesota Audubon Society offers free tours every Tuesday at 9a during April and May, and a guidebook providing detailed information about the sanctuary is available too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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