Minneapolis Official Visitors Guide - Fall/Winter 2007 - (Page 36) MuseuMs Minnesota Children’s MuseuM 10 W Seventh St, St. Paul, 55102 651-225-6000 www.mcm.org Children ages 6 months through 10 years and their adults can explore seven galleries packed with interactive adventures designed to spark learning through play. The Museum encourages creativity and problem-solving through investigation and experimentation and immerses visitors in the natural world as well as many different cultures and places. See Downtown Saint Paul Map for location. Want more from this advertiser? Go to www.more-minneapolis.com Minnesota history Center 345 W Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul, 55102 651-296-6126, 888-727-8386 651-297-7258 Group reservations www.mnhs.org An architectural masterpiece in a beautiful metropolitan setting, the Minnesota History Center is both an exciting, interactive museum and a gathering place. Featuring unique, hands-on exhibits and a year-round program of entertaining educational events, the History Center is a Minnesota gem. • Climb into a grain elevator replica and a 24-ton boxcar. • Browse the museum shops for Minnesota-themed gifts and books. • Trace your family’s heritage in the library. • Dine in the acclaimed Café Minnesota. • Book space for a meeting or special event. See Downtown Saint Paul Map for location. Want more from this advertiser? Go to www.more-minneapolis.com Minnesota MuseuM of aMeriCan art 50 W Kellogg Blvd (at Market Street), St. Paul, 55102 651-266-1030 www.mmaa.org Experience the MMAA’s diverse array of exhibitions, educational programs and special events in the Riverfront Gallery. the MuseuM of russian art 5500 Stevens Ave S, Minneapolis, 55419 612-821-9045 www.tmora.org The Museum of Russian Art is dedicated to creating and preserving remarkable examples of Russian 20th century Realist painting in order to preserve a visual record of the artistic achievements of Sovietera artists. Go online for more details. sCienCe MuseuM of Minnesota 120 W Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul, 55102 651-221-9444, 800-221-9444 www.smm.org The Science Museum of Minnesota boasts a 100year history of science fun and education, including cutting-edge technology, hands-on entertainment and interactive exhibits, perfect for all ages. See Downtown Saint Paul Map for location. Want more from this advertiser? Go to www.more-minneapolis.com WalKer art Center 1750 Hennepin, Minneapolis, 55403 612-375-7600 info@walkerart.org www.walkerart.org The expanded Walker Art Center showcases the best of the contemporary arts, including innovative exhibitions, performing arts and film programs as well as classes, workshops and family activities. Two restaurants on-site. Want more from this advertiser? Go to www.more-minneapolis.com WeisMan art MuseuM 333 E River Rd, Minneapolis, 55455 612-625-9494 www.weisman.umn.edu Architect Frank Gehry’s striking sculptural stainless steel building is a Twin Cities landmark, housing more than 16,000 works of art. The architect returns this fall to expand, by 11,000 square feet, the first and only art museum he designed in the United States. Highlights Under Skylights, an ongoing exhibition, features the museum’s own collection and some works previously hidden in storage. See Downtown Minneapolis Map for location. Wells fargo history MuseuM Sixth Street and Marquette Avenue on Skyway Level, Minneapolis, 55479 612-667-4210 www.wellsfargohistory.com Discover the story behind the stagecoach! Enjoy a fun-filled, hands-on experience beginning with the California Gold Rush, including treasure boxes and gold nuggets. Explore a turn-of-the century bank, discover frontier transportation with an authentic 1863 stagecoach, test 19th century communications with a working telegraph and more. Guided tours available. Free. 36 Minneapolis&Saint Paul Fall/Winter 2008 http://www.weisman.umn.edu http://www.mmaa.org http://www.mcm.org http://www.tmora.org http://www.more-minneapolis.com http://www.wellsfargohistory.com http://www.mnhs.org http://www.smm.org http://www.wellsfargohistory.com http://www.more-minneapolis.com http://www.walkerart.org http://www.more-minneapolis.com http://www.more-minneapolis.com http://www.mnhs.org http://www.mnhs.org
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