STONE ARCH BRIDGE
100 Portland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55401 DIRECTIONS
Since 1883
Here’s The Deal:
Stone Arch Bridge is an ancient stone bridge at Saint Anthony Falls in downtown Minneapolis. It is made of native granite and calcareous and has a length of 2100 feet by 28 feet long. The tower was built-in 100,000 tons of granite and twenty-three arches constructed of calcareous. It is the only arched bridge made of stone on the entire Mississippi River. It provides a panoramic view of st Anthony falls and is regarded as a landmark in national civil engineering. The Stone Arch Bridge Festival takes place in June and offers more than 250 artists and musicians. The bridge is one of the best places to enjoy St.Anthony Falls's view.
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Group Tours, Collection, Bike Riding, Dining Options, Exhibitions, Historical Buildings, Author and Educational Programs, Flour Mills, Research, Shop, Anthony Falls & Heritage Trail
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FOSHAY TOWER
821 S Marquette Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55402 DIRECTIONS
Since 1929
Here’s The Deal:
Foshay Tower is one of the most famous buildings in The Twin Cities. For 48 years, the tower was the Midwest's tallest structure. Visit the museum to discover the fascinating story behind this unusual skyscraper and its maker of eccentric. The 32-story building with a slowly tilting pyramidal obelisk roof started to climb 447 feet above the street level, standing on a two-story foundation. The Foshay will Ignite your senses with 360-degree views of the city from their 30th Floor Observation Deck. It affords free entry for Children 3 and under.
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Events, Observation Deck, Architectural Buildings, Historical Places, Tower & Monument
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MINNEAPOLIS CITY HALL
350 South 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415 DIRECTIONS
Since 1888
Here’s The Deal:
Minneapolis City Hall is a landmark site surrounded by stained glass windows and Italian marble cut-outs. The building has beautiful Richardsonian Romanesque architecture and various interior design styles, and grandeur in modern construction. It includes a spectacular vestibule, majestic rotunda, and balcony on the 1st floor, which gives an impressive view of your event. The courthouse provides a convenient venue for your NCAA game, reception, company dinner, award ceremony, conference, lecture, and particular function. Visitors from the mezzanine will enjoy bird's-eye views.
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Government and Municipal Building, Architectural Buildings, Statues & Historical Places