Minneapolis attractions: something for everyone.You don't have to be a hardy lumber jack or woodsperson to enjoy Minneapolis in October. Although the Twin Cities area is well known for its rugged outdoor personality, it also has a more refined side. The cityscape (company) CityScape - A re-seller of Internet connections to the PIPEX backbone. E-Mail: <sales@cityscape.co.uk>. Address: CityScape Internet Services, 59 Wycliffe Rd., Cambridge, CB1 3JE, England. Telephone: +44 (1223) 566 950. is a combination of historical and scenic sights with many indoor and outdoor activities: * Take a Mississippi River cruise, passing through a lock and dam with spectacular view of St. Anthony Falls and the James J. Hill James Jerome Hill (September 16 1838 – May 29 1916), was a noted Canadian-American railroad executive. He was the chief executive officer of a family of lines headed by the Great Northern Railway, which served a substantial area of the Upper Midwest, the northern Great Old Stone Arch Bridge The Stone Arch Bridge is a former railroad bridge crossing the Mississippi River at Saint Anthony Falls in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. Positioned between the 3rd Avenue Bridge and what was the I-35W Bridge,[1] . * Discover leisure and elegance on the Minnesota Zephyr. A costumed staff welcomes you aboard this authentically restored train and takes you on a dining tour through the St. Croix Valley, a breathtakingly-scenic area of bluffs and winding rivers. * Get back to nature at the Minnesota Zoo, where you can see over 1,700 mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and amphibians amphibians members of the animal class Amphibia. Includes frogs, toads, newts, salamanders and cecilians all capable of living on land or in water. in natural habitats on six trails. Or explore the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Coordinates: The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is a 1047-acre horticultural garden and arboretum located about 4 miles west of Chanhassen, Minnesota at 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, Minnesota. in Chanhassen with various gardens and walking and cross country ski trails through wood, marsh, and prairie settings. * Art lovers know that a good gallery or museum is as much of a treasure as the artworks it contains. The Twin Cities have an impressive number of galleries, museums, and living history sites that inspire and delight visitors of all ages. * The historic warehouse district in downtown Minneapolis is home to more than a third of the city's 100-plus art galleries. The area hosts thousands of visitors during the "gallery crawls" every six weeks. The works of local and national artists are displayed and available for sale. * The Walker Art Center is a true find for modern art fans. And just a brief stroll away is the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden The Minneapolis Sculpture Garden is an 11 acre (45,000 m²) park in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in the United States. It is located near the Walker Art Center, which operates it in coordination with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. with more art amidst well-tended greenery. The whimsical Spoonbridge and Cherry fountain, a giant-sized Minneapolis landmark, elicits both chuckles and appreciation. And the Minneapolis Institute of Arts The Minneapolis Institute of Arts is a comprehensive art museum located in Minneapolis, Minnesota on a campus that covers nearly 8 acres (32,000 m²). It does not charge an entrance fee (although it does charge for some special exhibitions), and allows photography of its permanent is home to more traditional art, where you can find more than 75,000 works from all over the world. * Minnesota's heritage owes much to its Scandinavian settlers. The one and only American Swedish Institute The American Swedish Institute (ASI) is a non-profit educational and research organization and museum based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The organization is dedicated to the preservation and study of the historic role Sweden and Swedish-Americans have played in US culture and , a 33-room turn-of-the-century mansion, features elaborate woodwork, colorful sculptured ceilings, and a treasure trove of art and artifacts artifacts see specimen artifacts. . Dramatic performances and lectures bring authentic traditions to life. * The Minnesota Historical Society The Minnesota Historical Society is a private, non-profit educational and cultural instutution dedicated to preserving the history of the state of Minnesota. It was founded by the territorial legislature in 1849 and is named in the Minnesota Constitution. maintains numerous historical sites. Especially popular are the living-history recreations, many of which are populated with costumed interpreters who stay in character to share the details of life at an 1820s fort, pioneer homes, and the home of a St. Paul rail baron. The Minnesota History Center features an exhibit of "Minneapolis A-Z," plus a genealogical collection, library, and archives. * The Science Museum of Minnesota The Science Museum of Minnesota is an American institution focused on topics in technology, natural history, physical science and mathematics education. Founded in 1907, the 501(c)(3) non-profit is staffed by over 500 employees and over 1,600 volunteers and is located in the keeps inquisitive minds busy with displays and hands-on demonstrations of scientific principles. It's also home to the Omnitheater, which uses the world's largest projector to create a vivid experience. * Regardless of the season, sports fans find plenty to do and cheer about in Minneapolis. Big 10 and professional basketball, hockey, football, baseball, and other special events entertain visitors and residents year-round. See the two-time World Series champion Twins; football greats, the Vikings; basketball howlers, the Timberwolves; or ice hockey action with the Northstars. * Whether you have money to burn or are watching your budget carefully, shopping in the Twin Cities is an adventure. Downtown Minneapolis stores are open in the evenings and on weekends; and you have a choice between strolling outdoors in beautiful weather or through the nearly four miles of skyways. These second-story, climate-controlled walkways connect a number of downtown buildings, including nine hotels. Leave your coat and umbrella behind when it rains or snows! * There are several indoor shopping complexes (the Conservatory, Gaviidae Common, City Center, the Nicollet Centre) as well as many individual stores. Dayton's department store offers one-stop shopping, and smaller specialty stores stock unique treasures. Of course, you can shop til you drop and go to an indoor amusement park at the Mall of America Mall of America (also MOA, MoA, or the Megamall) is a shopping mall located in the Twin Cities suburb of Bloomington, Minnesota. It is just southeast of the junction of Interstate 494 and Minnesota State Highway 77, and is across the interstate from the . * A unique blend of history, scenic beauty, culture, and sports, Minneapolis has something for everyone . . . indoors or out. Special thanks to the Greater Minneapolis Convention and Visitors Association. |
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