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SAINT JOHN’S UNIVERSITY | See the St John’s Bible and Tour the Incredible Hill Museum & Manuscript Library

Smithsonian Magazine has exclaimed that the St John’s Bible is “One of the extraordinary undertakings of our time.” The Saint John’s Bible Gallery is located on the lower level of Alcuin Library on the Saint John’s University Campus. The gallery features 28 original folios showcasing works from all seven volumes of the Bible. Rare books […]

EXPLORE ALEXANDRIA’S RUNESTONE MUSEUM | A Museum for the Young and Young at Heart

Rated a Gem “must-see” point of interest by AAA, a museum for the young and young at heart! Our most famous artifact is the Kensington Runestone and its mysterious runic message. Was it carved in 1362? Recent laboratory and linguistic analysis of the stone suggests yes! But even as more supporting evidence of its authenticity […]

AMERICAN SWEDISH INSTITUTE | Next trip, your group deserves FIKA – The Cafe at ASI

FIKA is the award-winning café at the AMERICAN SWEDISH INSTITUTE offering Nordic-inspired cuisine, created with regional ingredients by talented Executive Chef Blake Meier and his team. The Swedish tradition of fika is both a daily break and a national institution, usually involving coffee, pastries & social conversation. “Best Lunch In Minnesota” – Star Tribune “More than a […]

TAYLORS FALLS SCENIC BOAT TOURS | Explore the St Croix Riverway on an Authentic Paddlewheel Boat!

Since 1906 tourists by the thousands have enjoyed the scenic beauty of the world-famous Dalles of the St. Croix River by excursion boat. Our fleet of excursion boats includes the Taylors Falls Queen and the Taylors Falls Princess. Daily Excursions are either 45 or 80 minutes. Your licensed boat pilot and tour guide will point […]

SKYROCK FARM | A Feast for the Senses: Art, Music, History and Fabulous Food at Skyrock Farm!

It’s like dinner and a movie only much more fun! Owner Stacy Nunn uses farm fresh ingredients to prepare your group a home-cooked meal (chuck roast, potatoes, carrots, salad, homemade baguettes, dessert and coffee or lemonade) while Bill Nunn takes our guests on a trip back in time. You will learn about the artists and […]

CHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRES | The Night Before Easter – Music to Inspire You!

The Night Before Easter will feature a musical buffet of both traditional and contemporary gospel songs along with some show tunes and music made popular by Stevie Wonder, the Isley Brothers, Carrie Underwood, Josh Groban, Celine Dion, Roberta Flack, Jennifer Holliday, Jennifer Hudson and many others. Join us at the Chan to celebrate this Easter season! […]