Category Archives: 1-Day Adventures

Things to do in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area in a single day or overnight without breaking the budget.

Mississippi River Challenge 2009

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Mississippi River Challenge 2009
Mississippi River Challenge 2009

The Friends of the Mississippi River are holding a canoeing and kayacking event on the Twin Cities stretch of Old Muddy on July 25 and 26, 2009.   They’re a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of the Mississippi.  It sounds like a great weekend of fun, exercise, and exploration.  It’s an opportunity to get a very different view of this beautiful waterway that has shaped the histories of both Minneapolis and St. Paul.  There’ll be a day of paddling through three locks, followed by a celebration that includes live music and great food.  For more information, see the Mississippi River Challenge 2009 website.

MN Historical Society Sites Free June 7

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The Minnesota Historical Society is waiving their entrance fees for more than 20 sites and museums on Saturday June 7, 2009.  There are eight different venues open in the Twin Cities area, and a dozen more around the state.  This is a great opportunity to introduce your family to Minnesota’s rich history and make a great 1-day staycation of the trip.

Sites in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area include: Historic Fort Snelling, Mill City Museum, Minnesota State Capitol, the James J. Hill House, Minnehaha Depot, Minnesota History Center, the Alexander Ramsey House, and the Sibley House Historical Site.

For more information, visit The Minnesota Historical Society website.