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"Minnesota and the Civil War Exhibit" at the Minnesota History Center
Learn about an important time in history, and how Minnesota played a role, in this new exhibit.
Read MoreBounce, Slide, Jump, Crawl: A Round-up of Indoor Playgrounds in the Metro
When you have little ones (heck, even when you don’t!), and the weather isn't cooperating for outdoor play time, the next best thing is an indoor playground.
Read MoreCross-Country Skiing: Making tracks up, down, over, and around the Twin Cities
Think you have to head way up north to get your skiing fix? Think again.
Read More10 Ways to Warm Up This Winter
When Minnesota winter kicks into full gear, you may hear the call of your couch. But then you’d miss out on all the activities and attractions are perfect for chilly days—the many museums, restaurants, and exhibits that were custom-made for winter.
Read MoreWinter in Bloom: A Touch of Summer at Indoor Gardens
Despite what it looks (and feels) like outside, there are still spots around the Twin Cities where you can see flowers and green vegetation.
Read MoreHigh Tea Time: Where To Enjoy a Cup of Tea
Sip and sample like Downton's Lady Mary at any of these tea houses or restaurants.
Read MoreWinter Getaway to Detroit Lakes
Enjoy miles of scenic trails, geocaching, historic buildings, cute boutiques, and so much more.
Read MoreExploring Biwabik's Giants Ridge and Beyond
Giants Ridge is Minnesota's Vail. Located just north of Biwabik, the resort caters to winter aficionados of all breeds.
Read MoreLet It Snow: A Few Ways to Enjoy Minnesota Winter
Featuring Wild Mountain, Spirit Mountain, Bluefin Bay, and Bemidji area trails.
Read MoreSkiing Lutsen: Can a Ski Snob Be Satisfied in Minnesota?
It started the morning after I arrived, when I took a lift up Lutsen’s Ullr Mountain. To the east was the endless blue sheen of Lake Superior.
Read MoreNature and Culture Mingle in the Riverside Town of Lanesboro
"I’d arrived in Lanesboro, a small town in southeastern Minnesota, earlier that day, and spent the morning familiarizing myself with the artsy river town of some 750 residents."
Read MoreI'm a Surly Girl, in a Surly World
Sign up for a free Surly Brewery Tour and taste the "next big thing."
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