Itineraries Minnesota - Summer 2008 - (Page 36)

Skylines & Shorelines CivicFest comes to the Minneapolis Convention Center s Minnesota takes center stage this summer for the Republican NEWS Flash! National Convention, citizens have the opportunity to experience and be a part of history in the making. CivicFest, a non-partisan celebration of American and Minnesota political and statehood history will transform the Minneapolis Convention Center into an entertaining and informative showcase of American history Aug. 29 – Sept. 4, 2008. Never again will all of these exhibits, artifacts and memorabilia be found under one roof. STOP hot A Twin Cities CRUISES S tep aboard the most luxurious charter fleet on the water to experience the beauty and scenery of Lake Minnetonka and the Mississippi River. More than 30 exhibits, including a 60- by 20foot model White House, a full-scale Air Force One replica, former first ladies’ gowns, presidential limos and a life-size Oval Office will be on display. In addition, a 60,000-squarefoot, 300-vendor Marketplace focusing on Minnesota goods will sell everything from t-shirts to Minnesota wild rice. For more information visit www.civicfest.org. Explore the peaceful bays of Lake Minnetonka on one of three luxurious yachts the Paradise Grand, the Paradise Princess II, or the beautiful Paradise Destiny. Or enjoy a relaxing tour of the majestic Mississippi River on our flagship yacht, the Paradise Lady or aboard an authentic paddlewheel boat; the Minneapolis Queen. With a long list of amenities, from entertainment galore to having the most extensive menus afloat, Paradise Charter Cruises and Minneapolis Queen are the perfect settings for a tour group. We offer sumptuous cuisine and cabin appointments, gracious service and event coordination - an unbeatable combination for any successful event. But we haven’t mentioned the best part a backdrop of water, harbor, skyline, and sunset that creates the perfect setting for any group. Relax and experience the beauty of a spring, summer or fall cruise, while our award winning staff caters to your every need. Please contact us for special pricing on cruise tickets for groups of 25 or more, 888-559-8058. GUTHRIE THEATER’S Tours & Upcoming Shows Backstage Tours 45-minutes Take a look at what goes on behind the scenes at the Guthrie. You’ll discover the stunning and expanded features of our state-of-the-art facility and learn how we take our plays from script to stage, including the many intriguing steps in between. On the tour, you’ll visit our various production departments, including the shops where costumes, sets and hot STOP props are expertly crafted by talented artisans. Self-guided Audio Tours Narrated by Joe Dowling and familiar Guthrie actors, this fascinating experience will tell you about our theater’s history and the building’s design, highlighting many points of interest. Architectural Tours 75-minutes Architectural tours of the Guthrie focus on the history of the project, the site and its neighborhood and technical information about specific features of the building. Devised by Leslie Van Duzer, associate professor in the School of Architecture at the University of Minnesota, these private tours can be scheduled with advance reservation. Upcoming Shows for 2008: The Government Inspector – July 5-Aug 24; Little House on the Prairie – July 26-Oct 5; Old Wicked Songs – Sept 12-Oct 5; A View from the Bridge – Sept 13- Nov 9; The Caretaker – Oct 11-Nov 2; Shadowlands – Nov 1-Dec 21; Blackbird – Nov 6- Nov 30; A Christmas Carol – Nov 18-Dec 31 To find more about group tours offered at the Guthrie Theater or more details on upcoming shows please call Group Sales 612-225-6244. 36 I T I N E R A R I E S M I N N E S O TA S U M M E R 2 0 0 8 1-877-832-7267 http://www.civicfest.org http://www.guthrietheater.org

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