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Wabasha Street Caves
215 Wabasha Street SouthSt Paul, MN 55107
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See the only remaining restored Gangster Era site. Historic Tour of extensive caves carved into the hillside in long abandoned mining ventures in 1800's. Later, was a mushroom farm, and then developed as a Restaurant Casino and Gangsters' Hotspot during the 1930's prohibition era. Newspapers reported of an unsolved gangland murder at the casino. Tour guides point out the bullet holes. Some believe the caves are haunted by the murdered mobsters whose bodies were never found. Weekly "Down in History" Tours of the caves, plus Seasonal themes thru out the year, such as Gangster Bus Tours, Haunted Halloween, Ghosts & Graves, and special group tours. Current facility also hosts Private events for up to 200 guests, for banquets, weddings, and corporate functions. The original Bar from the 30s has been fully restored, it was a then record at 60 feet long. Another very popular attraction is the nostalgic Swing Dancing with live Big Band music, happening on Thursday evenings. Tickets $10 (plus $1 convenience fee)