Art & Architecture

Largest Matisse collection ever in Minneapolis

  The current Matisse Exhibit at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts is just one example of the Twin Cities'  thriving arts community, and a good example it is. The Cone...
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Where was the Graffiti Bridge made famous by Prince?

Minnesota is known as the state with the most paved rail-to-trail bikeways in the country. One of those bikeways, the SW LRT Trail, crosses over Valley View Road in Eden...
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9 Essential Elements of the Perfect House

Although everyone has their own concept of what makes a perfect house, there are some basic elements that both satisfy needs and simplify life… regardless of who you are or...
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IDS Crystal Court… iconic town square oblivious to the weather

Schools will be closed again tomorrow for dangerously low temperatures for the fourth time this month. As I passed through the Crystal Court of the IDS Center in downtown Minneapolis...
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Family Christmas Outing at the American Swedish Institute

Our granddaughter went to an event for pre-schoolers at the American Swedish Institute last week searching for 'tomte' (elves) hidden throughout the Turnblad Mansion and had such a good time...
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Stillwater… one of America’s Prettiest Towns

We went to Stillwater for dinner and a concert last evening, and I am always charmed by this picturesque river town known as the birthplace of Minnesota. Not only are...
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Award-winning Aging-in-Place House Plans

At a recent party I found myself discussing 'aging-in-place'… something that wouldn't have likely happened even 10 years ago because people weren't often thinking in those terms. Now, Baby Boomers...
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Kick off the holiday season next Saturday at St. Paul’s Grand Meander

If you missed the tree lighting ceremony at Rice Park yesterday, don't despair… St. Paul's Grand Meander next weekend on Saturday, December 7th is a great way to kick off...
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