There's a reason why Minnesota's North Shore is one of the state's most-visited destinations. Hugging the North Shore of Lake Superior from Duluth to Grand Portage, this 154-mile stretch is dotted with small towns, state parks, scenic trails, historic sites and untouched wilderness that beckon travelers off the beaten path to experience a place that's unlike any other.
Born in Duluth, raised in Hibbing, and spending his college years in Minneapolis, Robert Allen Zimmerman (better known as Bob Dylan) is one of Minnesota's biggest claims to fame. Here is how to build an entire itinerary around local landmarks that helped shape Dylan's early days....
Legend has it that Minnesota’s 10,000 lakes were created by Paul Bunyan’s footprints filling with water as he explored the state. Since then, it has become a rite of passage for Minnesotans and visitors alike to snap their photo with the iconic lumberjack. Discover his most popular likenesses across the state and take your picture with the legend himself.
Old-fashioned malts, a frosty mug of root beer, hot dogs oozing with chili or ketchup, and a twisty ice cream cone with a perfect curl on top can only mean one thing: It’s drive-in season in Minnesota.
What to see, eat, and do at Mall of America, a Minnesota icon with more than 520 stores, 50 restaurants, a theme park and an aquarium.
Even if you haven't been to Minnesota, chances are you've seen it on the big screen. From local icons like Minneapolis-St.
Minnesota-made movies like “Purple Rain” and “The Mighty Ducks” have left lasting impressions, but Minnesota has also made an impact on the small screen. Here are seven notable TV shows that feature the state in a supporting role, along with where you can pay tribute to them.
Many of Minnesota's historic theaters were built for stage performances, converted for movie screenings, and lovingly restored generation after generation, from the early days of vaudeville to the latest developments in digital video. Here is where you can revisit Hollywood's heyday firsthand.
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