
Minnesota's Most Memorable Murals
Minnesota's Most Memorable Murals
By Erica Wacker
Minnesota's most iconic murals can be found in big cities and small towns all across the state. Some are decades old, while others are new additions. Use the map below and plan a road trip to see them all.
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St. Paul
An essential photo op at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds / Janell M. Blakley
St. PaulA selfie with the "Greetings from Minnesota" mural is a must for every State Fair-goer—all 2 million of them. Susan Warner's glass art mosaic debuted in 2008 to commemorate the state's sesquicentennial.
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Minneapolis
Bob Dylan mural in downtown Minneapolis / Bill Hickey, courtesy Meet Minneapolis
MinneapolisOne of the city's newest murals is a tribute to one of the state's most famous sons, Bob Dylan. Created in 2015 by Eduardo Kobra, it depicts three stages of the singer's life.
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Bemidji
Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox mural, Bemidji
BemidjiYou can't miss the North Country Skateshop in Paul Bunyan & Babe's hometown thanks to this colorful, graffiti-inspired mural that adorns the side of the building.
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Henderson
This Henderson mural pays tribute to the late Prince
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Bloomington
Chuck U's Minnesota mural at Mall of America in Bloomington / @amar_1109
BloomingtonThe ultimate #OnlyinMN photo op is at Mall of America for a limited time. Renowned local artist Chuck U originally designed this larger-than-life postcard to welcome visitors during Super Bowl LII.
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Perham
Cindee Lundin's concrete mural features hidden icons about the area
PerhamInstalled in 2014 and measuring 70 feet long, artist Cindee Lundin's concrete mural, "Waves of Discovery," weighs 4,000 pounds and features a family of loons plus 50 hidden homages to the area.
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Duluth
Lincoln Park is Duluth's fastest-growing neighborhood
DuluthLocal artist Paul LaJeunesse's "Lincoln Park" mural depicts Duluth's changing neighborhood's blue collar past and culinary-driven present. Find it outside Frost River Trading Co.
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Crosby
A mural in downtown Crosby chronicles the region's mining-to-biking transformation
CrosbyThis prominent mural in downtown Crosby depicts the Cuyuna Lakes region's transformation from mining to outdoor recreation hub, thanks in large part to the development of the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area.
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Virginia
'Cruising Main' is one of eight murals in the Iron Range
VirginiaA series of eight murals in this Iron Range town depicts the life and history of the area. This one, called "Cruising Main," can be found at the corner of Chestnut Street and North First Avenue.
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International Falls
International Falls commemorates the former Border Theatre
International FallsIn operation for 40 years, the historic Border Theatre is commemorated with this beautiful mural, located on Third Street just down the road from Smokey Bear Park.
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Red Wing
A historic look at the river town of Red Wing
Red WingA life-size postcard of this charming Mississippi River town was painted to celebrate the city's history. Find it at Third and Plum streets downtown.
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Mankato
Kids painting a colorful mural in Old Town Mankato / Katie Adelman
MankatoCommunity members helped local artist Michael Cimino paint this new mural in Old Town Mankato, called "One for All."
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Stillwater
You'll have to find the alley where this Stillwater mural is hiding
StillwaterTucked away in downtown Stillwater's Union Alley, this colorful mural is a popular backdrop for engagement photos.
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Fosston
Picture the Fosston of the past in the 'Thirteen Towns' mural
FosstonYou can't miss the "Thirteen Towns" mural as you drive through Fosston, depicting life here at the turn of the century.