From fine art to live eagles and cherished literature, museums across southern Minnesota celebrate the diversity of the region while catering to a variety of interests. These five sites offer a taste of the options available
Where can you visit the hometown of Dorothy, see thousands of ancient Native American carvings, and find fine art next to a gas station? All of these, and other off-the-radar attractions, can be discovered only in Minnesota.
When driving through Minnesota, don't be surprised if you come across something claiming to be the "world's largest" and perhaps some of those claims are true. What is undisputed is the state abounds with quirky, larger-than-life objects and attractions that inspire local pride and draw travelers to discover or re-experience legends, marvels and wonder.
Minnesota is home to a number of older stages that have been lovingly restored and continue to host live music today. Here are five notable venues where spectators can appreciate not only the talent onstage, but also the history of the venue within its community.
Target Field, the Minnesota Twins outdoor ballpark in downtown Minneapolis, is widely considered one of the best stadiums in Major League Baseball. The 40,000-seat, open-air stadium with a natural grass playing field features unbeatable views of the Minneapolis skyline, locally inspired food and drink, and loads of fun for the whole family.
People who want to hear the spine-tingling bugle of an elk often think they have to travel west to do so. But the reality is they can have that experience in Minnesota.
With nearly 500 courses in Minnesota, it can be hard to know where to plan your next golf getaway. One way to wrap several top-rated spots into one trip is by following a golf trail. Here are six high-quality courses with varying degrees of difficulty along Minnesota's scenic byways and beyond....
Minnesota has hundreds of golf courses, and a wide range of memorable holes modeled after everything from Snoopy to the state itself. Here are 10 you'll only find in the Star of the North....
With cooler weather, more active fish and a beautiful backdrop of changing leaves, fall is one of the best times of year to fish in Minnesota. Here's a guide to fall fishing in Minnesota's major regions.
Depending on the area and the size of the lake, walleye, muskie, northern pike, largemouth bass and crappie, as well as trout in the southeast Minnesota streams, are all biting.
No matter how it’s prepared, the flaky, thick and mild-tasting walleye is a feast fit for royalty.
For people who are serious about eating walleyes, there are a variety of ways to do so in Minnesota. While some people swear by coating walleye with breadcrumbs and spices and deep-frying it, others prefer a simple approach of basic seasoning and a few minutes in the oven. Simpler yet, fishermen who prize freshness above all else may catch a few walleyes in the morning, pull their boat ashore at lunch and cook their catch over an open fire.
Hungry yet?