Book Launch: “Making Mill City: Flour and Fortune in Minneapolis” with Author Robert Frame III

Join author and historian Robert M. Frame III for an illustrated presentation to celebrate the publication of Making Mill City: Flour and Fortune in Minneapolis, a richly illustrated history of the flour factories that transformed the milling industry worldwide—and forever changed the culture and architecture of Minneapolis. Copies of the book will be for sale in the museum store and Mr. Frame will be available to sign them.

Becoming the Twin Cities: Swindles, Schemes, and Enduring Rivalries

The Twin Cities to do not align to a natural division on the map. Many have tried to unite Minneapolis and St. Paul into one city, and all have failed! In his book, Becoming the Twin Cities: Swindles, Schemes, and Enduring Rivalries, award-winning author Drew M. Ross uncovers the 19th century history of social rivalries, political grudges, and personal ambition that explain how Minneapolis and St. Paul became separate cities with their own distinctive personalities.

Water for Elephants – The Musical

“Many wonders await audiences in this gorgeously imaginative Broadway musical.” - The New York Times The critically acclaimed bestselling novel comes to “thrilling, dazzling” life (Time Out New York) in a unique, spectacle-filled new musical! Hailed as a Critic’s Pick, The New York Times calls it “stunning, emotional, heart-filled and gorgeously imaginative.” After losing what matters most, a young man jumps a moving train unsure of where the road will take him and finds a new home with the rema

Twin Cities Bike Tour

You’ll FALL for the Twin Cities Bike Tour! With 23.5, 38, or 50 mile routes there’s something for everyone! Celebrate everything that makes Minnesota and the Twin Cities a top bicycling destination by rolling on our ever growing network of premier bicycle infrastructure. Beginning near Minnehaha Falls you will wind your way through Minneapolis, St Paul, St Louis Park, Hopkins, and Minnetonka (depending on your route) stopping at multiple rest stops for yummy snacks, and guaranteed fun!

Spring Break at the Lake

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Spring Break in northern Minnesota offers a delightful blend of outdoor adventures and indoor relaxation. After a day of exploring the scenic landscapes, you can cozy up indoors with a spa treatment, relax in the outdoor hot tub, or enjoy a delicious meal at one of the resort's restaurants. With a variety of accommodations ranging from cozy cabins to spacious homes, you can find the perfect spot to unwind and create a memorable spring break getaway.

River - The Music of Carole King, Joni Mitchell & Carly Simon

Three top Twin Cities singers, Aimée Lee, Sara Renner and Deb Brown, pay tribute to legendary songwriters Carole King, Joni Mitchell and Carly Simon. While these artists have an extensive list of works, River focuses on their most beloved songs—the ones that take audiences on a nostalgic journey through their own lives, recalling the women’s music movement of the ’60s and ’70s: their prom, first kiss, weddings, heartaches and other life moments.

Plaid Splash Slush Cup

Plaid Splash at Giants Ridge takes over the final day of alpine operations on Saturday, April 4, 2026, with a full-day celebration built around one of the most iconic spring traditions in Minnesota.The centerpiece of the day is our official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title attempt for the Largest Gathering of People Wearing Tartan (Plaid). The current world record stands at 1,359 participants, and our goal is to bring Minnesotans together to set a new record right here on the Iron Range.