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Did the St Paul Ford Plant make glass from the sand under the plant?

Did Ford Really Mine Sand for Windshields Below Its St. Paul Plant?

January 16, 2024May 8, 2024

When you think of mining, you probably picture hard hats and pickaxes chiseling away at rock walls deep underground….

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Was Harry Hayward America's First Serial Killer?

Was Harry Hayward America’s First Serial Killer?

December 11, 2023May 8, 2024

One of the most sensational crimes in Minneapolis history could have ended the life of America’s Frist Serial Killer….

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Sears Roebuck and Co and it's Minnesota Start

Did you know Sears started as a Minnesota Company?

December 7, 2023May 15, 2024

In 1886, a young railway station agent named Richard W. Sears made a small business deal that would end…

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132. Photocopy of photograph, 1915 (Chrysler) MAIN BUILDING #1, CHASSIS ASSEMBLY LINE, VIEW SOUTH - Dodge Brothers Motor Car Company Plant, Between Joseph Campau & Conant Avenues, Hamtramck, Wayne County, MI

Could St. Cloud Have Rivaled Detroit as the Motor City of the Midwest?

December 5, 2023May 8, 2024

In 1917, St. Cloud was poised to become a major hub for automobile manufacturing, led by the ambitious vision…

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Mall of America at Christmas

Why Was the Mall of America Built in Minnesota?

December 4, 2023May 15, 2024

The Mall of America is one of the most iconic landmarks in Minnesota, drawing over 40 million visitors a…

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Tips for a trip to independence hall in Philadelphia

Tips for Visiting Independence Hall in Philadelphia

November 7, 2023May 15, 2024

Hello friends! Are you planning a trip to Philadelphia? One of the top attractions you’ll want to visit is…

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Historic Walking Tour of Boston - The Freedom Trail

Experience Revolutionary Boston on the Freedom Trail

November 6, 2023July 19, 2024

Boston is a city steeped in history, particularly relating to the American Revolution. One of the best ways to…

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Debunking the Myth: The Real Story Behind the Naming of St. Paul, Minnesota

November 1, 2023May 15, 2024

The origin stories of cities and places often take on lives of their own, with myths and legends obscuring…

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Can You Really Experience America's Founding in Just One Week?

Can You Really Experience America’s Founding in Just One Week?

October 29, 2023May 15, 2024

My Rapid-Fire Trip from Witches to the White House. After years of talking, my family finally booked a one-week…

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What is Salem MA like in October?

What is Salem MA like in October?

October 28, 2023May 15, 2024

There’s no better time to visit Salem, Massachusetts than in October! With its rich history and spooky vibe, Salem…

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