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The Best Winter Things To Do in the Twin Cities

October 8, 2024October 9, 2023 by Nina Sumner
snow shoeing winter minneapolis

Winters may be cold in the Twin Cities, but that’s no excuse to stay indoors throughout the winter. There are so many adventures to be had—including tubing, skiing, and trekking. The Twin Cities are steeped in art and creativity, and you also can tap into that vibe.

Categories Family, For Children, Museums, Things To Do, Twin Cities Metro Area

12 Museums to Visit in the Twin Cities

May 6, 2024March 21, 2023 by Tom Bartel
minnesota minneapolis walker sculpture garden

Minneapolis and Saint Paul feature a variety of museums that showcase the region’s culture, history, and art. Here are the top museums to visit in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, for families and all ages.

Categories Arts and Culture, Family, For Children, Museums, Twin Cities Metro Area

12 Reasons to Visit the Mall of America

July 1, 2024March 6, 2022 by Kristin Henning
Mall of America Shopping experiences

Minnesota’s Mall of America combines shopping, entertainment, dining, attractions, and hotels. No wonder visitors come from near and far.

Categories Cities and Towns, Family, Food and Drink, For Children, Twin Cities Metro Area Tags Bloomington

Destination Duluth MN: Best Things to Do and See

September 24, 2024September 17, 2021 by Kristin Henning
Things to do see duluth

Duluth Minnesota on Lake Superior deserves more than a drive-by on the way to the North Shore. This port city offers many scenic walks , family attractions, good food, fun shopping, and historic sites. Best things to do and see in Duluth MN

Categories Cities and Towns, Family, Food and Drink, For Children, History, Museums, North Shore, Northeast Minnesota, Resorts and Getaways Tags Duluth

The Science Museum of Minnesota

March 21, 2023November 2, 2020 by Tom Bartel
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Saint Paul’s Science Museum of Minnesota is one of the premier attractions for children in Minnesota. So many levers to pull, wheels to turn, and buttons to push.

Categories Arts and Culture, Family, For Children, Museums, Twin Cities Metro Area Tags Saint Paul

What to Do in Minneapolis and Saint Paul

November 13, 2024September 1, 2020 by Kristin Henning
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A semi comprehensive list of things to do and see in Minneapolis and Saint Paul: museums, restaurants, biking, music, and more.

Categories Arts and Culture, Cities and Towns, Food and Drink, For Children, Museums, Resorts and Getaways, Twin Cities Metro Area Tags Minneapolis, Saint Paul

The Oliver Kelley Historic Farm, Elk River

September 14, 2020August 23, 2020 by Tom Bartel
minnesota oliver kelley farm matt anna

The Oliver Kelley historical farm makes a great half day outing, especially for small children. You can also take optional hikes along the Mississippi River and into the adjacent prairie.

Categories Central Minnesota, Day Trips, Family, For Children, Hiking and Biking
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