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OFFICIAL VISITOR GUIDE
2022
VISIT YEAR-ROUND & SEE WHAT’S NEW! DiscoverStillwater.com
welcome to
THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA.
DISCOVER THE FUN, THE HISTORY AND THE RIVER. We invite you to visit our historic river town located just outside Minneapolis/St. Paul on the Minnesota/ Wisconsin border of the St. Croix River. Enjoy colorful panoramic views of the river valley, the historic Main Street District and an abundance of activities, in all four seasons. Stay overnight — feel the nostalgia and creativity alive in this town once full of steamboats and lumber barons. Today, Stillwater perfectly pairs modern trends with historic beauty— you’ll love the new St. Croix Crossing Loop Bike Trail and new hotels, shops and restaurants downtown. Need ideas for planning your getaway, wedding or organization’s next gathering? Be inspired by our charming Midwest destination and one of America’s most picturesque towns (USA Today Travel). With over 20 amazing venues, Stillwater, Minnesota CONTENTS has everything you need to host your event. TRAVEL INFO .................................... 2-3
Browse through this guide to plan your escape. Enjoy your stay!
LODGING ......................................... 4-10 DINING & NIGHT LIFE ................ 11-19 SHOPPING..................................... 20-31
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THINGS TO DO ............................. 32-57 BIKE TRAIL MAP.......................... 40-41
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TRAVEL INFORMATION HELPFUL FACTS WHILE YOU ARE HERE HISTORY OF STILLWATER Stillwater is considered the historic Birthplace of Minnesota because in 1848 the first territorial convention to establish Minnesota as a state was held on the corner of Myrtle and Main Street. Stillwater is also one of Minnesota’s oldest towns, preceding Minneapolis by years. In 1854, at the time of incorporation as a city, Stillwater was the largest city in the state. The lumber industry made Stillwater famous. At the height of the log boom, Stillwater’s lumber mills were the largest in the country, making Minnesota one of the largest lumber markets in the world. This boom brought wealth, railroads, steamships, gas lights, and grand homes. Today, Stillwater’s rich and vibrant history is celebrated year-round with thousands of visitors from around the world. TRAVEL DISTANCES MN
Stillwater’s historic downtown is…
Stillwater 694
• Located along the St. Croix Scenic Byway – Highway 95 • Situated on a National Scenic Riverway – St. Croix River
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• 30 minutes from Minneapolis, St. Paul, Mall of America, and MSP Airport • On the Minnesota/Wisconsin border Main Street is on the national historic registry and is open YEAR-ROUND, with only a few attractions or shops closing seasonally (May-October high season) or on certain weekdays. All 100+ unique shops and restaurants downtown are independently-owned businesses. The majority are open 7 days a week and typically open between 10-11am and close from 5-8pm.
HELPFUL WEBSITES
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DULUTH
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ST. CLOUD
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ROCHESTER
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MADISON
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CHICAGO
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LACROSSE
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GPS Address: 101 Water Street Stillwater, MN 55082 Population of Stillwater: 19,341 Population of Oak Park Heights: 4,889
WEATHER Located in the Midwest, Stillwater experiences all 4 seasons. 72° 60°
Minnesota State Tourism exploreminnesota.com
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Stillwater Tourism discoverstillwater.com City of Stillwater ci.stillwater.mn.us City of Oak Park Heights cityofoakparkheights.com
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Area Chamber of Commerce greaterstillwaterchamber.com AVERAGE TEMPS
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TRAVEL INFORMATION TRANSPORTATION AIRPORTS
Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport 612.726.5555 (30 min away) or Lake Elmo private airport 651.777.1399 (15 min away) lakeelmoaero.com
PARKING Downtown Stillwater has over 1800 parking spots. The majority are FREE. Look for on-street, lots, and a parking RAMP on 2nd St. & Commercial St. (next to Lowell Inn). Refer to MAP in the back of this guide or online. Parking lots FREE Nov. 1 –April 30.
EMERGENCY CARE 911
Lakeview Hospital 927 W. Churchill St. 651.439.5330 Stillwater Medical Group 1500 Curve Crest Blvd. 651.439.1234 Health East Stillwater Clinic 2900 Curve Crest Blvd. 651.471.5600 Police 651.351.4900 • Fire 651.351.4950
BOAT DOCKS
See outdoor adventure section, page 36.
TRAIN
St. Paul Union Depot amtrak.com (20 min away)
LIBRARY Carnegie Public Library is well worth a visit to see the rooftop patio view. 224 3rd St. N. 651.275.4338. Stillwaterlibrary.org
TAXI Airport Super Shuttle
supershuttle.com 800.258.3826
651-351-0000 651.373.9941 Stillwater Taxi 651.439.9999 TukTuk WooHoo 888.4.tuk.tuk (488.5885) Enterprise Rent A Car Hill Valley Taxi
Uber & Lyft Service in Stillwater too!
CHURCHES Beautiful historic steeples dot the hillside of downtown Stillwater (see map in back). St. Michael Catholic Church 611 South Third Street 651.439.4400 St. Mary’s Catholic Church 423 5th Street South 651.439.1270 Trinity Lutheran Church 115 4th Street North 651.439.7400 St. Paul Lutheran Church (ELCA) 609 5th Street South 651.439.5970 Ascension Episcopal Church 214 North Third Street 651.439.2609
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LODGING
STAY OVERNIGHT IN STILLWATER BED & BREAKFAST INNS Experience the history of Stillwater by staying in a restored lumber baron’s mansion. Stunning architecture, fireplaces, Swedish steam showers, gourmet breakfast service, lovely gardens and warm local hospitality.
DOWNTOWN HOTELS Walk to all the downtown attractions from your guest room. Enjoy 4 boutique or historic downtown hotels with on-site restaurants, pubs, and private event spaces.
HOTELS Find contemporary rooms close to downtown just off Hwy 36 with family friendly features such as pool, hot tub, and continental breakfast.
LOFT & HOME RENTALS Relax with friends at spa retreat homes, whole house rental in town or a loft space downtown —several new properties! *V isit DiscoverStillwater.com/things-to-do for campgrounds nearby
Voted Best MIDWEST SMALL-TOWN GETAWAYS ~Midwest Living Magazine
Voted Best WEEKEND GETAWAY & BEST TWIN CITIES STAYCATION ~City Pages
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HOME & LOFT RENTALS
Sleeps Kitchenette Pool or Hot Tub Fireplace Handicap Access Pets Allowed River View
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*3rd Street Inn 219 3rd St. N. vrbo.com/707235
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A River Runs Near It 207 Myrtle St. W., Suite 11 651.230.0560 airbnb.com/rooms/32964288
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*Alesci on St. Croix 308 Chestnut St E. 612.309.6338 vrbo.com/733290
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Art Andes 6337 Paris Ave N. 651.230.0560 vrbo.com/856370
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*Copper's Terrace 224 Main St. vrbo.com/2471143
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Cottage in The Alley 2023 Shulenberg Alley 651.485.9704 airbnb.com/h/cottageinthealley
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*Downtown Loft Getaway 114 Main St N. stillwaterairbnbs.com
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*Durant House 437 2nd St S. 651.261.4279 DurantHouse.com
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Dutchtown Retreat 300 Willow St E. 612.890.2553 vrbo.com/609140
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*Excelsior Escape 120 N. Main St 612.508.7474 vrbo.com/473053
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*Foxx Bluff Guest House 322 Broadway St S. 651.261.4279 FoxxBluff.com
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†Just For Me Spa Homes 110 S. Greeley Street 651.439.4662 JustForMeSpa.com
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Lookout Haven 6396 Lookout Trail N. vrbo.com/877553
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*Main Street Retreat 114 Main St N. stillwaterairbnbs.com
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Meadowlark Cottage 1104 Meadowlark Dr. 651.308.5556 vrbo.com/652326
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*Miss Myrtle 301 Myrtle St. W. 651-303-7199 airbnb.com/rooms/39692278
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Rustic Lodge at Old Sawmill Marina 2009 Lake St. N. vrbo.com/727793
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Scenic Overlook Cottage 6315 Peacan Ave. 651.246.1239 homeaway.com/vacation-rental/P3776764
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So Hill Properties 15033 65th St. N. vrbo.com/685873
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So Hill Loft 404 Churchhill St. W. vrbo.com/1860072
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St. Croix Riverview Home 1336 2nd Ave S. 651.283.6945 vrbo.com/587403
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St. Croix Riverview Historic Lumbermill House 201 Schulenberg Alley airbnb.com/rooms/34687616
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*The Downtown 221 1/2 Chestnut St E. 651.808.8016 vrbo.com/948550
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HISTORIC BED & BREAKFASTS
# Rooms Restaurant Kitchenette Breakfast Incl. Pool or Hot Tub Whirpool Suites Fireplace Room Service Handicap Access Pets Allowed River View
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Ann Bean Mansion 319 W Pine St 651.430.0355 annbeanmansion.com
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Cover Park Manor 15330 58th St N 651.430.9292 coverpark.com
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Lady Goodwood 704 First St S 651.439.3771 ladygoodwood.com
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†James Mulvey Inn 807 Harriet St S 651.430.8008 jamesmulveyinn.com
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†Rivertown Inn 306 W Olive St 651.430.2955 rivertowninn.com
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HOTELS & HISTORIC INNS AmericInn by Wyndham13025 60th St 651.275.0980 hotelstillwater.com
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Coratel Inn 2190 Frontage Rd 651.430.3990 coratelinn.com
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Country Inn & Suites 2000 Washington Ave S 651.275.1401 radissonhotelsamericas.com
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GrandStay Hotel & Suites 2200W Frontage Rd 651.430.2699 grandstayhospitality.com
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*Lora 402 S Main St 651.571.3500 lorahotel.com
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*Lowell Inn 102 N Second St 651.439.1100 lowellinn.com († See ad on back map)
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Stillwater Inn + Suites 1750 W Frntg. Rd 651.430.1300 stillwaterinnmn.com
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*Water Street Inn 101 Water St 651.439.6000 waterstreetinn.us († See ad on front cover)
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An invitation into the unknown
Use discount code DISCOVER when you book direct at lorahotel.com
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13025 60th Street North, Stillwater, MN 55082 651-275-0980 | wyndhamhotels.com/americinn DiscoverStillwater.com | Official 2022 Visitors Guide
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5 5 U N I Q U E R O O M S - 7 Distinct Layouts 13 Exclusive Suites YEAR-ROUND ROOFTOP HOT TUB IN-HOUSE LUXURY MEDSPA MULTIPLE EVENT SPACES FARM-TO-TABLE RESTAURANT Small Plates to Share 2000+ Rare & Unique Spirits, Wines & Beers
232 MAIN STREET N STILLWATER, MN 55082
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1750 W. Frontage Road Stillwater, MN 55082
651-430-1300 stillwaterinnmn.com
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DINING & NIGHT LIFE
RESTAURANTS SERVING FOOD FROM AROUND THE WORLD Stillwater is a culinary traveler’s delight with 30 restaurants and pubs downtown featuring a variety of fare and atmospheres. Enjoy the river views or people watching with most restaurants offering outdoor patios or rooftops. American burgers to sushi to Italian to Mexican — you’ll find your favorites easily!
DISCOVER THE VIBRANT DOWNTOWN SCENE Find dining and entertainment in downtown Stillwater year-round, all within walking distance. Check out the online events calendar for live music and special events. Celebrating a special occasion or planning a holiday gathering? Host your party in Stillwater – private spaces are available for rent!
VOTED BEST SMALL TOWN FOOD SCENES ~ 2021 USA Today
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DOWNTOWN DINING & NIGHTLIFE 3rd Street Post 103 3rd St. S. 651.439.1435 3rdstpost.com Boundary Cafe 413 E. Nelson St. 651.342.0799 facebook.com/boundarystillwater Brick & Bourbon 215 Main St. S. 651.432.0777 brickandbourbon.com Brian’s Bar & Grill 219 Main St. S. 651.571.3132 facebook.com/briansstillwater Charlie’s Restaurant & Irish Pub 101 Water St. S. 651.439.6000 charliesrestaurant.us Dock Cafe 425 E. Nelson St. 651.430.3770 dockcafe.com Domacin Wine Bar 102 Second St. S. 651.439.1352 domacinwinebar.com Feller 402 Main St. S. 651.571.3500 fellerrestaurant.com Forge and Foundry Distillery 223 Main St. N. 651.342.2242 forgeandfoundrydistillery.com Freight House Restaurant 305 Water St. S. 651.439.5718 thefreighthouse.com Grand Pizza 301 Second St. S. 651.351.1262 thegrandpizza.com Joseph Wolf Brewery 220 Commercial St. josephwolfbrewing.com
Breakfast/Weekend Brunch Bar / Alcohol Outdoor Space Nightlife (live music, pool, darts, etc.) Gluten Free or Vegan options
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Leo’s Grill & Malt Shop 131 Main St S. 651.351.3943 leosgrill.com LOLO American Kitchen 233 Main St. 651.342.2461 loloamericankitchen.com/stillwater Lolito Cantina / Carlito Tequilaria 112 Main St. N 651.342.0972 lolitostillwater.com Lowell Inn 102 N. Second St. 651.439.1100 lowellinn.com Mad Capper Saloon & Eatery 224 Main St. S. 651.430.3710 madcapper.biz Main Cafe 108 S. Main St. 651.430.2319 themaincafe.wixsite.com/maincafe Marx Fusion Bistro 241 Main St. S. 651.439.8333 marxfusionbistro.com MatchStick 232 N Main St. 651.571.0111 matchstickgrill.com Nacho Mama’s 312 Main St. S. 651.439.9544 nachomamasmn.com No Neck Tony's 231 Myrtle 651.342.1261 nonecktonys.com Oasis Cafe 806 Main St. 651.439.0928 oasiscafemn.com Osaka Sushi and Hibachi 108 Main St. N. 651.342.0285 osakatogo.com Papa's Rooftop 101 Water St. S. 651.439.6000 waterstreetinn.us PD Pappy’s 422 Mulberry St. E. 651.430.1147 pdpappysonline.com Portside 317 Main St. S. 651.342.1502 * Rooftop Space portsidestillwater.com Quickfire Pizza 116 Main St. S. 651.439.7009 quickfirepizza.com River Siren Brewing 225 Main St. N. riversirenbrewing.com The Lumberjack Axe Throwing Bar 123 2nd St. N. 651.308.3552 thelumberjackmn.com The Long Goodbye 402 Main St. S. 651.571.3500 fellerrestaurant.com Tilted Tiki 324 Main St. S. 651.247.1815 tiltedtiki.com The Velveteen Speakeasy 123 N. 2nd St. thevelveteenspeakeasy.com Victoriano’s NY Style Pizza 402 Main St N 651.430.3700 victorianosmn.com Whiteys Saloon 302 S. Main St. 651.439.9902 whiteyssaloon.com Wild Hare 218 Main St. wildharebar.com Ziggy’s On Main 132 Main St S 651.342.0011 ziggysonmain.com
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HEY FOODIES… Can't decide where to eat? Create your own culinary walking tour and try a dish or drink at a few new places. Dine on the water, literally. Take a scenic paddlewheel lunch or dinner cruise. stillwaterriverboats.com! Love cooking or want to learn how? Take a culinary class with a Professional chef in a gourmet kitchen at: Cooks of Crocus Hill, 324 S. Main 651.351.1144, cooksofcrocushill.com. Enjoy a picnic in a park or in the garden of your B&B. Stop by the summer Farmer’s Market across from the historic courthouse for local produce on Saturdays, or pop into the River Market Co-op on Main Street for local organic goods and deli service. Pair your picnic with local wines, beers or treats!
DINING AROUND TOWN Acapulco 1240 W Frontage Rd 651.351.9462 Brine’s Market & Deli 1790 Washington Ave 651.439.1862 Carbone’s Pizzeria 5988 Osgood Ave N 651.439.0004 Cozzie’s Tavern & Grill 11154 60th St N 651.342.0447 Devil's Advocate 14200 60th St. N. devilsadvocatebar.com Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter 8390 Lofton Ave 651.439.7128 Joseph’s Family Restaurant 14608 60th St N 651.439.3336 Meisters Bar & Grill 901 4th Street South 651.439.986 Phil’s Tara Hideaway 021 60th St N 651.439.9850 Patriot’s Tavern 145 New England Pl 651.342.1472 Thai Basil 1180 Frontage Rd W 651.439.4033
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COFFEE, ICE CREAM & QUICK BITES Barbara Ann’s Fudge Shoppe
317 Main St S 651.430.2071
Boundary Cafe 413 Nelson St E 651.342.0799 Candyland 212 Main St. N. 651.430.8004 Coffee Paw Cafe 826 4th St. S 651.342.0429 Daily Grind Espresso Cafe 217 N Main St 651.430.3207 *Gateway Trailside 9936 Lansing Ave N 651.242.4415 Greenbridge Coffee Shop 209 Main St S 651.342.1914 Hannah's Homemade Heavens
117 Churchill St W 651.430.8190 Leo’s Grill & Malt Shop 131 Main St S 651.351.3943 MADE Coffee 402 Main St S 651.571.3500 Mai Little Cakes 223 Main St S 651.342.2014 Mon Petit Chéri Bakery 310 Main St 651.342.1528 *MN Nice Cream 308 Chestnut St E. 651.571.3199 *Nelson’s Ice Cream 920 Olive St W 651.430.1103 Nina's Coffee Cafe 317 S Main St 651.342.1520 River Market Food Co-op 221 N Main St 651.439.0366 Sara's Tipsy Pies 823 Fourth St S 651.342.0934 *StillyDogs Cart 101 Main Street S 651.383.6679 Tremblay's Candy Shop 308 Main St 651.430.0087 * Seasonal
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There are also many other restaurants, chains, pizza places, take-out, and fast-food options available nearby.
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Fresh Ingredients Better Pies 651-342-2461 Mon-Sun 11:30am - 9:00pm
victorianosmn.com Carry Out | Delivery | Catering
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Full-service dining on the largest patio on the Saint Croix River 305 WATER STREET SOUTH (651) 439-5718
WWW.THEFREIGHTHOUSE.COM
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NEW! VICTORIAN BOARDROOM CORPORATE MEETING SPACE
INCLUDES • PRIVATE PARKING T • PRIVATE ENTRANCE • PRIVATE BATHROOM • 16-PERSON SEPARATE BOARDROOM • UNGE • KITCHENETTE WITH FRIDGE • WHITE BOARD • 75 INCH TV 310 MAIN STREET SOUTH • STILLWATER, MN 55082 651.300.4952 • LIFTBRIDGECOWORK.COM
109 MYRTLE STREET EAST STILLWATER, MN 55082
Award winning Bakery & Kitchen Breakfast & Lunch served ALL Day! Specialty sweet & savory pastries, cookies, bars, scones & more Full espresso bar, coffee, tea, beer & wine
open 7 days a week
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310 Main St. S Stillwater, MN 55082 Order take-out online@ ordermpc.menu
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Scratch Kitchen Fresh Made Pasta Daily HAPPY HOUR: 2pm-5pm Daily & Late Night Specials
(651) 430-3710 • madcappermn.com
Award Winning
GERMAN CUISINE SINCE 1966
• Strolling Accordian Player Fri. & Sat. Evenings • Imported Munich Beer, Wines & Liquor • Located in a Stillwater Pine Forest on Beautiful Brown's Creek Bike Trail • Private Parties & Banquet Rooms (capacity 100) • Outdoor Dining • Open Wed–Sun at 11am-8pm gasthausbavarianhunter.com
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301 S. 2nd St. Stillwater 651-351-1262 Also offering Takeout Catering ORDER ONLINE:
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SHOPPING
SHOPPING IN MAIN STREET BOUTIQUE DISTRICT Take your time…meander through downtown side streets. Delight in the architecture and the diversity of our unique shops and restaurants. Discover 50 locally owned-operated shops who welcome you. Enjoy special shopping during Shop Small Saturday in November and Hometown for the Holidays in December.
Ultimate Shop-Small Business Destination Year-Round
BEST SHOPPING HOODS ~ Mpls / St. Paul Magazine
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SHOPPING
Boutiques: Clothing, fashion accessories, jewelry,
home décor, furniture, toys, gifts, books, and more! Find gifts and a little something for yourself.
Specialty Shops: Everything from spices, to teas, cookware, candy, yarn, beads, olive oils or imports. Art Galleries:
Many art galleries showcase original local fine art in multiple mediums from paintings, to pottery, textiles, or sculpture. Add to your art collection or find a special piece for a gift.
Antiques: Several antique shops and multi-level
dealer malls offer vintage coins, clothing, jewelry, furniture, glassware, art, books, and light fixtures. From the 1800’s to retro 1960’s, industrial to midcentury, you’re sure to find it in Stillwater.
TOP 10 BEST ANTIQUING TOWNS IN THE COUNTRY! ~ Fodor's Travel
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DOWNTOWN RETAILERS Alfresco Casual Living
Magnolias Clothing & Textiles
Allure by Greations Jewelers
Medicinal Blends
Apricot Lane
Midtown Antiques
American Gothic Antiques
Minnesota Made
Art n Soul / Stillwater Beads
Modern Roots Natural Soaps + Body Care
Barbara Ann's Fudge Shoppe
Peek a Baby Boutique
Betty June's
Pinch 'n Rub Spice & Tea Hub
Black Letter Books
Reclaiming Beautiful
Britta's Boutique
River Jeans
Brick + Linen
River Market Co-op
Candyland
Rose Mille
321 S. Main St AlfrescoCasualLiving.com 421 S. Main St AllurebyGreatons.com 112 Main St S apricotlane5.com 236 South Main St.
202 S. Main St Facebook.com/ArtnSoul.StillwaterBeads 317 Main St S.
421 S. Main St Facebook.com/BettyJunesStillwater 102 S. Main St BlackLetterBook.com 204 S. Main St Facebook.com/BrittasBoutique 114 Main St N bricklinen.com 212 N. Main St CandylandStore.com Carpe Noctem Candle Co
402 N. Main St. N. MagnoliasWoolandClothing.com 224 Chestnut St E MedicinalBlends.com 301 S. Main St MidtownAntiques.com 220 E. Chestnut St MinnesotaMadeApparel.com 126 N. Main St. ModernRoots.com
324 Main St S., Suite 9 PeekaBabyBoutique.com 212 S. Main St PinchnRub.com
216 Myrtle St Facebook.com/ReclaimingBeautiful 118 N. Main St RiverJeans.com 221 Main St. N. RiverMarket.coop 215 William St. N. Rosemille.com Scandinavian North
302 Main St S CarpeNoctemCandleCo.com Collaborations Boutique 129 1/2 S. Main St. (2nd floor)Squareup.com/store/Collaborations-Boutique
317 S. Main St ScandinavianNorth.com
Cooks of Crocus Hill
Smith & Trade Mercantile
Darn Knit Anyway
Sota Clothing
Enchante' + Garcon Mens Clothing
Staples Mill Antiques
Forget Me Not
Stillwater Antiques Mall
Galeria Saro
Stillwater Art Guild Gallery
GullyWubbles
Stillwater Olive Oil Company
Images of the Past
Studio Louise Flowers
324 S. Main St CooksOfCrocusHill.com 423 S. Main St DarnKnitAnyway.com 317 S. Main St ShopEnchante.com
102 N. Main St. ForgetMeNotInStillwater.com 213 S. Main St GaleriaSaroStillwater.com 112 Main St GullyWubbles.com 222 Commercial St ImagesofThePast.com Johnny's TV
Shop in the City
317 S. Main St ShopinTheCity.com 229 Main St SmithandTrade.com 401 S.Main St SotaClothing.com 410 N. Main St StaplesMillAntiques.com 101 S. Main St StillwaterAntiquesMall.com 402 N. Main St ArtGuildGallery.com 208 S. Main St StillwaterOliveOil.com 210 Main St S StudioLouiseFlowers.com The Shirt Factory
242 N. Main St JohnnysTVMn.com
232 S. Main St Stillwater123456weebly.com
Kathe Wohlfahrt Christmas Store
Tremblay's Sweet Shop
Katydid's Boutique/Stokes Jewelry
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129 S. Main St ChristmasFromGermany.com 113 S. Main St Facebook.com/KatydidsStillwater Kenzington Boutique
308 S. Main St TremblaysSweetShop.com 317 Main St S ShopToxyFree.com Unpaved Athleisure
324 S. Main St Facebook.com/kenzingtonboutique
401 Main St. S. UnpavedAthleisure.com
Lakebound Clothing
Valley Bookseller
Lake and Company
West Marine
Let There Be Light Antiques
Whatnot Boutique
216 Main St S LakeboundClothing.com 214 Main St S TheLakeandCompany.com 220 Commercial St BeLightMn.com
217 N. Main St ValleyBookseller.com 575 N Main St. WestMarine.com 229 Chestnut St E. WhatnotBoutique.com
Lil' Tulips
216 Myrtle St LilTulips.com
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216 Myrtle St W, Ste A (next to post office)
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Thoughtful collection of street style and fashion forward clothing that is unique and expressive.
37 years in business Best Chocolate Turtles in MN Novelty Candies & Gifts Jelly Belly® Ice Cream 317 South Main St. 651.430.2071
317 S. Main Street Now offering complimentary styles of Mens at Garçon!
Specialty Gifts & Clothing S T I L LWAT E R • S T. PAU L
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Book Clubs Welcome!
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Literature Lovers’ Night Out™ Totally Criminal Cocktail Hour Storytime Trolley Open 10 - 6 Daily Learn more at valleybookseller.com
Trusted by the community we call home!
124 N. Main Street Stillwater, MN 651-472-8383 rmrealty.com
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Whole Plant Wellness
Botanical Medicine • Natural Beauty • CBD
REAL CLOTHES FOR REAL WOMEN
MODERN APOTHECARY
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The Mercantile: A place where local artisans share their craft, passion and product to create a shopping experience like no other.
229 S. Main Street • smithandtrade.com
Celebrating Our 20th Anniversary in Downtown Stillwater! Visit the only retail store for Käthe Wohlfahrt in the USA 20 Years In Stillwater
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THE GALLERIES OF ARTREACH ST. CROIX
FREE & OPEN to the public Easy Parking Wed-Fri, 10am-4pm Sat, 12-4pm 224 N. 4th Street, Stillwater • 651-439-1465 artreachstcroix.org
Custom Matting & Framing Paintings, Prints & Pottery Silks, Weavings & Wood Unique Gifts: Cards & Lotions
213 S Main Street Or Call 612-719-5184 for appointments GaleriaSaroStillwater.com
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HISTORIC TOURS & SIGHTSEEING St. Croix Scenic Byway – Drive on Highway 95, which brings you right through Stillwater’s Main Street, to view miles of historic river towns and heritage sites in a legendary natural and scenic valley. Running from Hastings past Hinckley, Minnesota, view rolling hills, gorgeous scenery, rugged rocks, cliffs, and woods. Don’t miss the stretch from Stillwater north 45 minutes to Taylor’s Falls. View maps at stcroixscenicbyway.org. St. Croix Boom Site – River site of the log boom from 1856 –1914 where timber from up river was sorted and stored before going to downstream sawmills. Located N. of Downtown on Hwy. 95 Wayside
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Historic Walking Tours
See pg. 66 for a map and links to interactive tours.
Explore 14 historic sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places and 18 homes with a self-guided walking tour of Stillwater. Authorized by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places is part of a national program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America’s historic and archaeological resources.
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THINGS TO DO Historic Homes – Named one of “America’s Prettiest Painted Places,” Stillwater is home to many beautifully restored historic lumber baron mansions. Stroll the streets on a self-guided tour (pg. 58) or stay in one of the B&Bs to admire the stunning detail, craftsmanship, and architectural styles of these 1800s homes. Many feature intricate woodwork, fireplaces, stained glass windows, and beautiful gardens. Historic Stillwater Stairs – Much like San Francisco, Stillwater is built on steep hills. Climb the five sets of historic stairs built as early as 1871 for great exercise and views from the top! Explore Pioneer Park, Main Street, Triangle Park, and South Hill. (See locations on back cover map). Historic Main Street – Several blocks of architecturally unique buildings downtown–home to boutique shops, restaurants, inns, and pubs. On the National Register of Historic Places. One block from the St. Croix River. Stroll through charming Main Street to imagine a bygone era. Historic Stillwater Library – The original 1901 design made possible by Andrew Carnegie. Renovated and expanded with a stunning rooftop terrace, stained glass windows, and wrought iron shelving. 224 3rd St. N. stillwaterlibrary.org Historic Lift Bridge – The lift bridge spans the St. Croix River between Stillwater, MN and Houlton, WI. An icon of Stillwater, the bridge is now enjoyed as a bike and pedestrian-only loop trail after a 2-year renovation.
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THINGS TO DO TOUR OPTIONS *Stillwater Trolley – 45 minute narrated trolley tours through historic districts. Learn all the local folklore that made this lumber town famous and ride through the residential hills of beautiful historic neighborhoods. Private rental also available. (See ad on back cover) 400 E. Nelson St. 651.430.0352 stillwatertrolley.com *St. Croix Boat & Packet – 1880s era authentic paddlewheel cruises on the scenic St. Croix River. Daily lunch or dinner cruises. Best way to see natural beauty of Stillwater. Private charters as well. (See ad on map foldout) 525 S. Main St. 651.430.1234 stillwaterriverboats.com *Gondola Romantica– Cruise the river in an authentic Venetian gondola for two. (See ad on back cover).Ticket booth on Nelson St. 651.439.1783 gondolaromantica.com Biercycle Adventures – Pedal the riverfront and streets of downtown on a motorized cycle holding 10 peddlers and 3 riders. Tours, transfers, and group rentals are available (See ad on pg. 51) 651.300.2202 biercycleadventures.com *Seasonal May - October
Wahoo Adventures – Guided kayak tours on the St. Croix River. mywahooadventures.com Hot Air Balloon Rides – Get the best view of the St. Croix Valley. Year-round, yet weather dependent. Aamodts’s Hot Air Balloons 651.351.0101 aamodtsballoons.com OR Stillwater Balloons 651.439.1800 stillwaterballoons.com Historic Courthouse & Old Jail – Minnesota’s oldest standing courthouse offering guided tours April-September. Self-guided tours year-round. Italianate style courthouse built in 1870 on a bluff overlooking downtown and river. (See ad on pg. 65) 101 W. Pine St. 651.275.7075 co.washington.mn.us Warden’s House Museum – 1853 home of Minnesota’s first territorial prison warden decorated and furnished with period pieces and historic artifacts. See remnants of original prison. Thurs-Sun tours May–Oct. Group tours available year-round. 602 N. Main St. 651.439.5956 wchsmn.org/museums/wardens-house-museum Washington County Heritage Center – 1862 Greeley St. S. wchsmn.org Stillwater Ghost Walks – americanghostwalks.com Valley Tours – Step-on bus guide valleytours.com Guided Historic Walking Tours – rivertowntours.com
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JET SKI RENTALS
Rent a New GTX 130 Pro or Seadoo Spark Trixx Book a reservation online www.rentsaintcroix.com Explore Minnesota & Wisconsin Questions? Call Max at 651-491-6367
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DNR Boat Launch Boomsite Marina 9369 St. Croix Trail N. 651.275.0229 Wolf Marina St. Croix Boomsite 514 Alder St. E. 651.439.2341 Ole Sawmill Marina 2009 Lake St. 651.231.2025
Lift Bridge
Swimming Beach Lakeside Port in Bayside
TRAVELING WITH PETS We are all obsessed with our pets – they are just so darn cute! Stillwater has pet-focused shops, patios, things to do and places to stay.
AREA PARKS Afton State Park: 6959 Pellar Ave S. Hastings, MN
(trails, beach, campground) dnr.state.mn.us
Downtown Stillwater: Lowell Park, Pioneer Park,
Teddy Bear Park, St. Croix Boom Site (See back cover map) Lake Elmo Park Reserve: 1515 Keats Ave N. Lake
Elmo, MN (trails, beach, playground, lighted cross-country ski trails, camping) co.washington.mn.us 651.430.8368 Pine Point Regional Park: 11900 Norell Ave N,
Stillwater, MN (Gateway Bike Trail, cross-country skiing, horse trails) co.washington.mn.us Oak Park Heights City Parks: 5 parks, mountain bike
trails, disc golf, playgrounds. cityofoakparkheights.com
Square Lake Park: 1545 Square Lake Trail N. Stillwater,
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KAYAKS AND STAND-UP PADDLE BOARDS Just north of downtown Stillwater, the St. Croix River is a calm national scenic riverway, and the St. Croix Islands recreation area is perfect for exploring. Nearby Lake Elmo, Square Lake or Big Marine are also popular spots. Bring your own gear or rent nearby. DiscoverStillwater.com/things-to-do
PARKS Make Stillwater your base as you explore nature in the scenic St. Croix River Valley. Visit Minnesota or Wisconsin State Parks, Washington County Parks, or Stillwater and Oak Park Heights City Parks to play in the Midwest landscape.
GOLF Just a few miles from downtown Stillwater are public golf courses offering championship greens, fairways, friendly club houses, restaurants, and tournaments.
PUBLIC GOLF COURSES Applewood Golf Course 651.439.7276
applewoodhillsgolf.com
Logger’s Trail 651.439.7862 LoggersTrail.com Oak Glen Golf Course family foot golf and Golf
Board Rental too! 651.439.6981 oakglengolf.com
Royal Golf Club 11455 20th St. N. royalclubmn.org StoneRidge Golf Club 651.436.GOLF stoneridgegc.com
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NEW TRAILS, NEW VIEWS The new St. Croix Crossing bridge spanning the St. Croix River from MN to WI opened in August 2018, and as of 2020, restoration and conversion of the historic lift bridge to a multi-use trail are complete! The new St. Croix River Crossing Loop Trail connects both bridges for a beautiful nearly five mile bike ride or walk along the river. The Loop Trail also connects through downtown to the Brown's Creek State Bike trail on the north end of Main Street. This trail takes you along the old railroad line into the forest and prairies for 6.4 miles, then connects with the Gateway State Bike Trail. Bring your bikes, stop by the self-rental station downtown or rent an e-bike. See Dot.state.mn.us/stcroixcrossing and GatewayBrownsCreekTrail.org
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delivered to your hotel or b&B
Snowshoe package www.dirooutdoors.com/snow
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GIRLFRIEND GETAWAYS Have a blast with friends in Stillwater! What would a vacation be without a little self care or pampering? Enjoy spa services, a hot yoga class or an hour-long walk together up and down the historic steps of the city. Do something new and fun together – Stillwater has many creative DIY workshops popping up, so sign up to cook, knit, paint or make candles. Thinking of ink — Stillwater Tattoo Co. is fun too! For the outdoor adventure crew there’s the bike trail, SUP boards, or Biercycle. Later on, let loose at your choice of wineries, distilleries, and pubs or maybe even get your palm or Tarot Cards read by JoAnne’s Psychic Shop at 111 Main St. S. Walk-ins or by appointment 612.559.0782 Start planning by booking a great place to stay!
Cooks Tools | Cooking Classes Date Nights | Parties + Events 324 South Main St. Stillwater, MN 55082 | cooksofcrocushill.com
Of course, the weekend wouldn’t be complete without boutique browsing and a wardrobe upgrade during time spent on Main Street exploring our 50+ shops.
Complete list of spas, salons, and fitness studios DISCOVERSTILLWATER.COM/THINGS-TO-DO
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THE ARTS Creatives seek the quaint vibe of a small town in natural surroundings yet near the culture of a metropolitan area. Stillwater is a proud home of a diverse and unique arts community. All year long you’ll find live music throughout the community. Check out the night life section on page 12. DiscoverStillwater.com
THEATRE & DANCE Stillwater Zephyr Theatre – We are thrilled to have a live performance theater right downtown next to the St. Croix River, offering live events year-round. The theater is in the old train depot on Main Street and is adjacent to the Brown's Creek bike trail. 651.373.7026 stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org Look for performances by St.Croix Valley Symphony Orchestra, St. Croix Ballet or events like Opera on the River on DiscoverStillwater.com/events.
Plays, Concerts, Literary, Visual & Perfoming Arts 651.342.1542
Tickets: www.StillwaterZephyrTheatre.org
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CREATE YOUR OWN ART Discover your hidden talents by working with beads, yarn, fabric, paints, and wood. Art n’ Soul | Stillwater Beads – see their huge inventory of beads and take a beaded jewelry class (See ad on pg. 23) Carpe Noctem Candle Co – pour your own candles CarpeNoctemCandleCo.com Darn Knit Anyway – take classes on how to knit, crochet, sew, spin, or felt (See ad on pg. 49) Kari’s Create & Paint Studio – paint your own pottery or canvas, fun for all ages (See ad on pg. 57) Marquess Studios – repurposed vintage jewelry, gifts and studio for classes/events marquessstudios.com Smith + Trade Mercantile – classes from local artisans (See ad on pg. 30) Stillwater Art Guild Gallery – classes in pottery, painting, or photography (See ad on pg. 30) Studio Louise Flowers – workshops at the flower bar
Find additional DIY workshops at the online events calendar at DiscoverStillwater.com
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ART EVENTS IN STILLWATER ALL YEAR
River City Sculpture Tour – year round display of public art throughout downtown rivercitysculptures.com Look for murals and painted utility boxes, too!
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St. Croix Valley Potter’s Tour – minnesotapotters.com
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St. Croix Valley Studio Tour – artopener.org
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Take Me to the River – festival of art fairs along the St. Croix artreachstcroix.org Rivertown Fall Art Festival – rivertownfallartfestival.com
RT GALLERIES A Stop by several art galleries in Stillwater! Discover original fine art in multiple mediums from paintings, to pottery, textiles, sculpture, or jewelry. Find more at antique shops! Find new and established local artist works in galleries or open studio events. Art Reach St. Croix – non-profit connecting the St.
Croix Valley community to visual, literacy and performing arts. Rotating gallery exhibit open to the public. 224 N. 4th St.. 651.439.1465 ArtReachStCroix.org (See ad on pg. 31) Galeria Saro 324 S. Main St. 612.719.5184
(See ad on pg. 31)
Smith & Trade Mercantile
229 Main St SmithandTrade.com (See ad on pg. 31) Stillwater Art Guild Gallery 402 N. Main St.
651.689.0149 (See ad on pg. 31)
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Your perfect Stillwater experience awaits in the historic Brick Alley building. Find a unique gift or treasure at one of the many new hobby. Start your Stillwater getaway at the Alley.
SHOP|PLAY|RELAX 421 Main St S, Stillwater, MN 55082
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EVENTS EVERY WEEKEND!
Hometown for the Holidays – month long celebration from Black Friday through New Year’s Eve with a nightly light show on Chestnut Street. Winter Fest • Frozen Flannel • Ice Skating Rink Fire & Ice • Ice Palace Maze and more! World Snow Sculpting Championship – teams from around the world create amazing snow sculptures while competing for prize money. January 18th - 23rd Winter Ice Cream Social – historic tradition in January with a bonfire, ice skating, and period costumes Romantic Getaways – cozy lodging, great dining, live music, cooking classes, warm spas, and boutiques. Celebrate with your Valentine! DiscoverStillwater.com/wintertime DiscoverStillwater.com | Official 2022 Visitors Guide
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WINTER WONDERLAND Come into the warmth of the Main Street shops filled with treasures. Fill your soul with comfort food, a local brew, or a spa treatment. Nightlife and events are still thriving in the winter, so come stay & play. Snuggle by a historic mansion fireplace or soak in a tub with a book. Plan your winter retreat!
SKIING & SNOWBOARDING Afton Alps of Vail Resorts – Hastings, 16 miles south 651.436.5245 AftonAlps.com Wild Mountain – Taylors Falls, 36 miles north 651.465.6365 WildMountain.com Trollhaugen Recreation – Dresser, WI, 28 miles northeast 651.433.5141 Trollhaugen.com
SNOW TUBING/SNOWMOBILING Green Acres Recreation Area – Just off Hwy 36 & Hwy. 13 651.770.6060 GreenAcresRec.com
Snowmobile Trails – Visit StarTrail.org for info.
ICE SKATING/ICE FISHING St. Croix Valley Recreation Center (indoor & outdoor rink) 1675 Market Drive 651.430.2601 StCroixRecCenter.com Welcome anglers to the St. Croix River. StCroixRiverFishing.org Find riverside Ice Skating Rink at Water Street Inn January & February!
ONE OF THE COOLEST TOWNS IN AMERICA TO VISIT ~ Matador Travel Network 2021
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WINERIES + BREWERIES + DISTILLERIES Stillwater produces award-winning wines and is home to several microbreweries and distilleries. Get an authentic travel experience with a tour of local brews and grapes. Look for events on our calendar in this guide or online at DiscoverStillwater.com/events
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Joseph Wolf Brewery - Original 1868 local Stillwater beer ended production during prohibition. Today, Joseph Wolf ’s great-granddaughters have relaunched the family brewery legacy. josephwolfbrewing.com 210 Main St. N. Lift Bridge Brewing Company - 1900 Tower Drive 888.430.BEER Minnesota's 7th largest craft brewery; local tap room, tours, events, growlers and merchandise. Sample their well-known flagship beers – Farm Girl Saison® and Hop Dish® IPA – or a seasonal specialty. liftbridgebrewery.com River Siren Brewing - 225 Main St. N. 651.430.0044 Located downtown with views of the river, outdoor seating, beer flights. Wheat, Bock, Stouts and more.
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Re-Opening Historic Family Brewery on Main Street in 2022 101 YEARS LATER
204 N. Main St
JosephWolfBrewing.com • 651.300.2030
Downtown Stillwater 13 passenger bike for a bunch! Reserve for private events Join BierCycle Adventures for your next birthday, family get-together or corporate event! BierCycleAdventures.com • 651.300.2202
Drink Local! Fresh Beer, Hard Seltzer & Soda to-go 1900 TOWER DRIVE WEST • STILLWATER, MN 55082
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WINERIES Saint Croix Vineyards - 6428 Manning Ave N. 651.430.3310 scvwines.com Stroll through picturesque vineyards just minutes from downtown. Sample award-winning wines in a charming century-old barn. Enjoy live music weekends during the summer. 7 Vines Vineyard - 101 hwy 96 East Dellwood, 651.478.6300 7vinesvineyard.com Acres of rolling vines and a state-of-the-art winery welcome you to explore the grape to wine process and savor handcrafted wines with Midwest charm. Rustic Roots Winery - 20168 St. Croix Trail N, 651-433-3311 rusticroots.wine Domacin Wine Bar & Wine Shop - 102 S. 2nd St. 651.439.1352 Featured in Travel+Leisure Magazine: America’s 25 Best Wine Bars.
• Offering award-winning wines, house-made hard cider, tap beer and other non-alcoholic beverages • Scratch made food menu serving small plates, sandwiches and flatbreads • Indoor and outdoor seating available with a beautiful view of the St. Croix River Valley • Visit our website for a listing of weekly events
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Stillwater Proper Distillery - 227 S. Main St. stillwaterproper.com (See ad on pg. 16) Forge & Foundry Distillery - 223 Main St N. forgeandfoundrydistillery.com Thor's Hard Cider - 6428 Manning Ave. 651.439.3127 thorshardcider.com Local cider tasting room at Aamodt's Apple Farm. The Stills - Private party whiskey and wine tasting room. 217 2nd St., located behind Hotel Crosby.
DOWNTOWN LIQUOR STORE O'Brien's Wine & Spirits - 118 Chestnut St. E. 651.439.7595
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THINGS TO DO ROMANTIC ESCAPE SURPRISE SOMEONE YOU
Love
You’ll feel the romance the moment you enter this riverfront village. Here are a few ideas for experiencing romance in Stillwater:
Step 1: Select the perfect place to stay. Riverfront balcony, rainfall shower, secret lookout tower, king-
sized bed chamber, garden patio, fireplace, hot tub, privacy, contemporary style or breakfast in bed. With 7 Bed & Breakfasts, 4 Downtown Inns, 5 hotels, and many home rentals—you’ll find a special retreat for two.
Step 2: Dine Together. Select an intimate table for two at one of many fine restaurants downtown with
river views, outdoor dining, fireplaces, cozy booths, live music, wine/cocktail lists, and even a speakeasy. Browse the dining section of this guide or DiscoverStillwater.com for 30+ locations.
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Gondola Romantica (See ad on back cover)
Step 3: Impress with fun Things to Do.
Are you foodies, nature lovers, fitness buffs, vintage seekers, art or fashion fanatics, live music enthusiasts, DIY crafters, cyclists, winery/ brewery explorers, or history hounds? Explore this guide and our website for great ideas. One unique treasure we must point out is that Stillwater is home to an authentic Venetian Gondola. Pack a picnic, wine or order a special package and set sail for a private view of Stillwater. What a great way to tell someone you love them or celebrate an anniversary! Walk the streets hand-in-hand to take in the various landscape views — climb the steps, cross the lift bridge, or walk the trails. Relax together with a couples massage...
Step 4: Give a sweet local gift —
A bottle of local wine, homemade chocolates from local chocolatiers on Main Street, or jewelry hand selected by you from a downtown jeweler.
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FAMILY FUN Kids love Stillwater. Set their imaginations free with a little historic river town exploration.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS • Summer: July 4th Fireworks, Summer Tuesdays movies in the park, Cruisin’ on the Croix car show, Lumberjack Days • Fall: Harvest Fest with Giant Pumpkins, Trick or Treating on Main Street and Apple Picking • Winter: Come see Santa, a Twinkle Party and Horse-drawn rides, Ice Rink, Maze and LED Light Show • Parks Galore: Visit one of our great parks—three right in the downtown area. ci.stillwater.mn.us and cityofoakparkheights.com 1. Teddy Bear Park: Located on the corner of 2nd St. and Nelson St. (just a block off Main St.). Exploratory playground ideal for kids up to age seven. Giant teddy bear, train, tree house slide, sand pit, and amphitheater for educational programming. Seasonal. 2. Pioneer Park: Huge playground with swings and a perfect spot for a picnic with a view. 515 2nd St. N. 3. Lowell Park: Watch boats go by while on the Riverwalk or see the Historic Lift Bridge raise for boaters.
FUN STUFF TO DO Riverboat Cruise
Swim at Bayport’s Lakeside Park Beach
Stillwater Trolley tour
Walk Main Street, historic stairs and Riverwalk
Kari’s Create & Paint Studio
Look for sculptures, murals and historic points of interest
Shop for toys and treats
Pick your own fruit — AamodtsAppleFarm.com or BlueberryFieldsofStillwater.com
Bike trails
Winter skiing or snow tubing
Ice cream or candy store stop
Snap photos to enter in the annual Discover Stillwater Photo Contest
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SCENES OF STILLWATER PHOTO CONTEST WINNERS Congratulations to the 2020 & 2021 Discover Stillwater photo contest winners! You can enter this annual contest featuring year-round images. See official rules & prizes at DiscoverStillwater.com/photo-contest.
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HONORABLE MENTION - David Somers
POPULAR VOTE- Jon Kreye
HONORABLE MENTION - Phil Garrison
HONORABLE MENTION - C Bates
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2ND PLACE - Alex Michaels
HONORABLE MENTION - Nicole Wavra
Capture Your Visit!
HONORABLE MENTION - Raymond Wyatt
HONORABLE MENTION Taylor McDonald
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Your Aveda Beauty Retreat of Stillwater
Beauty Boutique & Style Squad Full service salon with bridal party packages.
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Our salon staff prides themselves on creating an intimate and personal guest experience, leaving you feeling relaxed and confident with your new look. We begin each service with a personalized consultation, Aveda stress relieving ritual, shampoo and scalp massage. Visit us for your next haircut and color or a special occasion style.
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CREATE A DESTINATION WEDDING RIGHT HERE IN MINNESOTA! Stillwater is just minutes from the Twin Cities on the Scenic St. Croix River providing stunning valley views and historic charm.
Over 20 Ceremony & Reception Venues — Romantic honeymoon suites and 600+ guest rooms — — Beautiful year-round weddings —
BEST Small Town Charm WEDDING DESTINATION
~ MN Bride Magazine
ONE OF THE TOP 10 Prettiest Small Towns IN AMERICA ~ Forbes
Grand Ballrooms. Hip Lofts. Rustic Retreats. Enchanting Gardens. Rooftop River views. Classic Elegance. Salons and Spas. Florists. Videographers. Photographers. Trolley Rentals. Bridal Shower Ideas. Bachelorette Parties. Grooms Dinners. Event Planners. Caterers. DJs & Bands. Picturesque natural backdrops. Honeymoons. Minimoons. Anniversary Celebrations. Proposal Locations. Stillwater is a top Minnesota wedding destination and celebrates marriage equality. Book early and consider Friday/Sunday or winter weddings! Have a date in mind? Email info@discoverstillwater. com to request their FREE wedding referral service to see which venues have your date(s) available.
View a complete list of venues, 360 tours & local wedding services at DISCOVERSTILLWATER.COM/WEDDINGS
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GROUP TOURS & MEETINGS NEW
360° TOURS Tour Key Downtown Venues Online
GROUP TOURS, EVENTS & MEETINGS The 1848 Birthplace of Minnesota welcomes: motor coach tours, company outings, club meetings, group travel clubs, executive retreats, association conferences — groups large & small. Inspire your attendees by choosing a destination town — not just a venue. Stillwater is a fresh, dynamic setting without expensive travel as it is located only 30 minutes from Minneapolis/St. Paul, Mall of America, and the MSP airport. Stillwater is just north of Interstate 94 on the Wisconsin border. The riverfront district has distinct meeting spaces, from creative lofts to rich boardrooms, as well as lodging, exquisite local chefs, amusing one-of-a-kind experiences, and team building activities for all ages to try. Easy logistics — business and fun all within walking distance.
PLANNERS TAKE NOTE: Many of the restaurants (page 12 ) and lodging choices (page 5 + 6) offer event spaces for private rental, but for a complete list of all venues, visit DiscoverStillwater.com. All venues are Wi-Fi enabled. FOR A LIST OF 50 GROUP EXPERIENCE IDEAS VISIT DiscoverStillwater.com/groups. Need planning help? The Stillwater/OPH Visitor Bureau is here to assist you in planning a successful Stillwater event. Call to talk over your options or join us on our annual tour to get acquainted with Stillwater. Contact us at 651.351.1717 or info@DiscoverStillwater.com.
STILLWATER HAS
Something Special FOR EVERYONE!
~ MN Meeting Professionals Int’l Member
VOTED Best Small Convention & Visitor Bureau IN MINNESOTA ~ MN Meetings & Events, 2015, 2016 & 2017
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Explore STILLWATER’S PAST Stillwater, Minnesota, is a city filled with historic buildings and great stories. This tour takes you to some of its most interesting sites and introduces you to a few of the city’s most colorful characters. On this tour, you can . . . Trace the rise and fall of the lumber industry in, and follow the men and women who made it happen. Find out about the Vaudeville Act that turned the Lowell Inn into one of the Midwest’s great hotels. Learn about the old state prison and its most infamous inmates — the Younger gang.
THE STORY OF STILLWATER In 1837 the United States entered into a treaty with several bands of Ojibwe and Dakota Indians. Under the terms, the Indians ceded the northern third of presentday Wisconsin and more than three million acres of land between the St. Croix and Mississippi rivers. Soon after, Joseph R. Brown, a colorful Indian trader and promoter, opened a small warehouse at the head of Lake St. Croix to supply his upriver fur trading operations. A new mill opened just south of Brown’s warehouse, and it soon became the preferred location for new arrivals looking for work. John Allen and his family were the first to settle in the new village of Stillwater. By 1846 the town had around ten families and twenty single men.
BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA Wisconsin became a state in 1848 with its western boundary set at the St. Croix River. This left the people who lived in Wisconsin Territory in the delta between the Mississippi and St. Croix rivers uncertain about their government. A convention met in Stillwater in August 1848 and elected Henry Hastings Sibley to take a petition to Congress to Stillwater in 1870 create a new territory, earning Stillwater its title as the birthplace of Minnesota. Sibley was successful and Minnesota became a territory on March 3, 1849. The first Minnesota Territorial Legislature named the city as the seat of Washington County. In 1851 Stillwater was awarded a political plum when it was chosen as the site of the territorial prison.
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HISTORIC WALKING TOUR LUMBER The town was platted in 1848 with 600 residents “of whom nearly all of the men were lumbermen,” as one historian wrote. It was lumber that drove Stillwater’s economy in the nineteenth century taking advantage of the river that carried timber from the pine forests to the north down to a log-holding boom just upriver from Stillwater. Steam mills sprang up on the St. Croix in the 1850s, and wood finishing industries followed. Products included shingles, windows, doors, furniture and flooring. Excellent transportation helped the city prosper. The river carried goods between Stillwater and river ports to the south, and early stage roads connected the city to St. Paul and Point Douglas. Railroads arrived in the early 1870s, expanding markets for timber and manufactured goods.
The Lowell Inn, advertised as “The Mount Vernon of the West,” opened in 1927.
THE GOLDEN AGE By the late nineteenth century, Stillwater had entered a golden age that produced one of the largest opera houses west of Chicago, the elegant mansions of the lumber barons, and many brick commercial buildings on Main Street. The first electric street railway in Minnesota began operation in Stillwater in June 1889. By 1900 the lumber was giving out and the mills closed. The last lumber raft leaving Lake St. Croix took place in 1914, the same year that the state prison moved to South Stillwater. As the jobs left, Stillwater’s population declined from a high of more than 13,000 in the 1880s to a low of around 7,000 in 1940.
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STILLWATER TODAY However, the city began to recover after World War II when good roads and automobiles put residents in commuting range of the Twin Cities. Stillwater began to reinvent itself as a tourist destination, highlighting its outstanding historic buildings. In 1992 the downtown commercial district was listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Freight House, Washington County Courthouse, Warden’s House, and Staples Mill, all part of this tour, are also found in the National Register. Old mansions received new life as bed and breakfasts. Restaurants opened in the caves and the freight house, shops in old utility buildings, and a hotel in the Lumberman’s Exchange. In its third century, Stillwater is a bustling community boasting a variety of industry and business.
FOR MORE INFORMATION To learn more about Stillwater’s past, visit the Washington County Historical Society, 602 Main St. North, Stillwater www.wchsmn.org. Historic photographs are used with permission of the Minnesota Historical Society and the Washington County Historical Society. Stillwater Heritage Preservation Commission www.ci.stillwater.mn.us
The activity that is the subject of this brochure has been financed in part with Federal funds from the National Park Service, U. S. Department of the Interior. However, the contents and opinions do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the Department of the Interior, nor does the mention of trade names or commercial products constitute endorsement or recommendation by the Department of the Interior. This program receives Federal financial assistance for identification and protection of historic properties.
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Self-Guided HISTORIC WALKING TOUR OF DOWNTOWN Reference map and interactive resources on page 58.
1 LOWELL PARK - Chestnut Street Inspired by the City Beautiful movement, and supported by a donation from businessman Elmore Lowell, the city worked to improve its riverfront in 1909, hiring landscape architect William Finklenburg to design a new park on the levee. A few years later, after the railroad turned over land on the north side of Chestnut Street, nationally known landscape architects Morell and Nichols created the plan for that section of the park. The pavilion was built in 1923. 2 LIFT BRIDGE - Chestnut Street Stillwater’s first bridge across the St. Croix opened in 1876. The lift bridge was completed in 1931, and is one of the three remaining vertical-lift highway bridges built in Minnesota and Wisconsin prior to World War II. This style of lift bridge is commonly known as a Waddell and Harrington vertical lift. The span is raised and lowered by steel cables passing over sheaths at the top of steel towers mounted on the span’s piers. 3 FREIGHT HOUSE - 233 Water Street From the date of its construction in 1883 until recently the commerce of Stillwater centered on the railroads. The Chicago, Milwaukee, and St. Paul Railroad freight house and depot served virtually every commercial interest in the city. The builders used heavy mill timber for framing, laid two foot thick limestone walls as the foundation, and constructed eighteen inch exterior walls. Flooring four inches wide and one inch thick were milled from the maples found on the river islands nearby. Finally, the heavy ceiling trusses were placed, carrying the full weight of a slate roof. The depot was finished in January 1883, and during its heyday, handled as many as seventy rail cars a day while housing the area’s telegraph office. In 1970 the Milwaukee Road Railroad closed the agency and the building was sold. 4 COMMANDER MILL - 413 Nelson Street The Commander Elevator is one of the most visible buildings on Stillwater’s skyline. The elevator, built in 1898 by the Woodworth Elevator Company, was originally located at the corner of Main and Nelson Streets. Just six years later the elevator was moved to its present site, making way for a new flour mill, with both operated by the Minnesota Flour Mill Company until 1908.The mill passed through many hands over the next eleven years. The Commander Company purchased the elevator in 1919 and operated it until 1961 when G.T.A. bought out all Commander elevators. The name “Commander” stuck with the elevator, and the building is still known by that name. DiscoverStillwater.com | Official 2022 Visitors Guide
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HISTORIC WALKING TOUR 5 HISTORIC CAVES - 402 Main Street South In 1868 Martin Wolf established a brewery in Stillwater. Three years later, his brother, Joseph Wolf, along with Joseph Tanner, purchased the site. In 1873 they opened the first steam powered brewery in Minnesota. Wolf became the sole proprietor in 1876 with new name, the Empire Brewery. The caves were completed in 1880, and the brewery produced more than 5,000 barrels of beer that year. The name changed to the Joseph Wolf Brewing Company in 1896. For the next two decades, the company flourished, but with the advent of prohibition in 1919, Wolf ’s production ceased and the company converted operations to bottled water, soda, and sparkling water. In 1921, at age 89, Joseph Wolf died suddenly and the family blamed Prohibition, claiming it had broken his heart. In 1925 the company shut down and the buildings were rented. 6 WASHINGTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE - 101 Pine Street West The Washington County Courthouse is the oldest courthouse in Minnesota. It was designed in the Italianate style by Augustus Knight of St. Paul. When it opened in 1870, the lumber industry was booming in the county. The courthouse reflected the county’s wealth and overlooked the city from atop Zion’s Hill. When the county offices were moved to the new Washington County Government Center in 1975, efforts began to reuse the structure. The historic courthouse is still in operation and serves as a venue for community and private events. 7 NATIONAL GUARD ARMORY - 107 Chestnut Street The National Guard Armory was built in 1922. Stillwater has a long tradition with the National Guard, and after World War I, the city pressed for a new building. Oscar Lang, a well-known Minneapolis architect, designed the hall. It was used not just for military training, but also for public events, sports, and concerts. 8 BRUNSWICK HOUSE - 114 Chestnut Street East Known as the Brunswick House, this building was constructed by William C. Penny, a carpenter by trade, about 1848 — the same year in which Stillwater was platted as a town and the year the territorial convention took place. In 1849 the first meeting of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (I.O.O.F.) in Minnesota took place in the upstairs of the house. The Pennys sold the house in 1863 to Julius Brunswick. Brunswick, from Switzerland, worked in the mercantile trade and was a wellrespected citizen of the community. He and his wife, Margaret, raised a family with seven children here. Their daughters, Anna, Emily and Mollie, remained in the house until the last sister, Mollie, died in 1968. 9 POST OFFICE - 220 Myrtle Street Stillwater’s post office moved between several locations during the nineteenth century. Designed by James Knox Taylor, Supervising Architect of the Treasury Department, and built with Bedford stone, it opened its doors in 1905. A newspaper editorial declared, “It is an ornament to the city.” It remained in use until 1967. DiscoverStillwater.com | Official 2022 Visitors Guide
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HISTORIC WALKING TOUR 10 LOWELL INN - 102 2nd Street N. The Lowell Inn, named for Stillwater entrepreneur Elmore Lowell, was built in 1927, designed by architect William Ingemann in the Colonial Revival style.. The inn was run for many years by Arthur and Nelle Palmer, former vaudevillians, who made the inn nationally famous for its unique furnishings and excellent food. When critic Duncan Hines reviewed the inn in 1938, he wrote, “Through it all could be seen the fine hand of a woman of extremely good taste.” A portrait of Nelle hangs in the George Washington Room. 11 STAPLES SAWMILL - 402 Main Street North This mill was built in 1853 by Seth Sawyer and Alvah Heaton. It was purchased in 1869 by Isaac Staples. He was a powerful lumber baron in the St. Croix River Valley during the logging boom of the late nineteenth century. Staples arrived in Stillwater, from Maine in 1853 as a representative of eastern investors. Hersey, Staples and Co. became the largest single owners of timberland in the St. Croix valley. Aside from his massive holdings and operations in timber, sawmills, and the St. Croix Boom Company, Staples was also the region’s most successful farmer and an important banker. 12 WARDEN’S HOUSE - 602 Main Street North The Minnesota Territorial Prison, later known as the Minnesota State Prison, operated from 1853 to 1914. Construction of the prison began in 1851, shortly after Minnesota became a territory. The first warden, Francis Delano, moved into this house, one of the oldest homes in the state, on April 4, 1853. The prison was well-known because it once housed the Younger Brothers (Cole, Bob, and Jim) following their failed attempt to rob the First National Bank in Northfield. The Warden’s House is now the home of the Washington County Historical Society. 13 TERRITORIAL CONVENTION SITE - Myrtle & Main Street When Wisconsin became a state in 1848, there was uncertainty about the legal status of the lands between the St. Croix and Mississippi Rivers. On August 26, 1848, a gathering was held at John McKusick’s store in Stillwater. This convention elected Henry Sibley to represent their interests in Congress with the goal being the establishment of the Minnesota Territory. The following year, Congress formally approved organization of the new territory, extending from the new state of Wisconsin on the east to the Missouri River on the west. 14 LUMBERMAN’S EXCHANGE - 101 Water Street South The Lumberman’s Exchange Building was constructed in 1890 during the boom years of logging on the St. Croix River. It was built as the first business block in the city and equipped with modern heating, plumbing, electricity, and even an elevator, one of the first in the state. Its early tenants included logging and lumbering firms. DiscoverStillwater.com | Official 2022 Visitors Guide
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2022 FESTIVALS CALENDAR Check out our online calendar at DiscoverStillwater.com/events and ‘What’s New’ tab on the website for updates and many more events! Event dates and details subject to change, so please check websites to verify accuracy. @DiscoverStillwater follow us on social media or join our e-newsletter for the latest!
Live Events Calendar
JANUARY 15 18-23 28-30 29
FROZEN FLANNEL • Sat Outdoor Curling & Bonspiel frozen-flannel-bonspiel.eventbrite.com WORLD SNOW SCULPTING CHAMPIONSHIP • Inaugural annual event in Lowell Park. —
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FIRE & ICE WINTER SOCIAL • Hot air balloons, ice sculptures, pond hockey and more.
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HISTORIC WINTER ICE CREAM SOCIAL • Sat, Noon-4pm. Lowell Park. Celebrate Minnesota winter!
Bonfire & Music. Washington County Historic Society. FREE ice cream & coffee. — wchsmn.org
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RIVERSIDE ICE SKATING RINK • Water Street Inn 101 Water St. S. See WaterStreetInn.us for schedule.
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ICE PALACE MAZE • 601 Main St. N. Largest ice maze in USA. Located in Zephyr Theatre parking lot.
Free, bring your own skates! Weather dependent. Weather dependent. IcePalaceMaze.com
FEBRUARY 13-27 14 20 26
WINTERFEST AND WINTER GAMES • A Community-wide celebration of winter and Stillwater!
Bags tournament 19th & boot hockey 19th — one23Events.com/winterfest
PAINT THE TOWN RED FOR VALENTINE’S DAY • Bring on the romance with red hot shopping &
dining deals downtown. FREE horse-drawn carriage rides along the river, 4-7pm. FAT TIRE BIKE RACE bikereg.com/stillwater-fat-bike-rally
FROZEN OUTDOOR BOCCE BALL TOURNAMENT • Brian's Bar & Grill, 219 S. Main St.
Find team registration and details.— facebook.com/briansstillwater
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RIVERSIDE ICE SKATING RINK • Water Street Inn 101 Water St. S. See WaterStreetInn.us for schedule.
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ICE PALACE MAZE • 601 Main St. N. Largest ice maze in USA. Located in Zephyr Theatre parking lot.
Free, bring your own skates! Weather dependent. Weather dependent. IcePalaceMaze.com
MARCH 5 17-20
IRISH COFFEE STOUT RELEASE PARTY • Sat, 3pm-10pm. Lift Bridge Brewing Company, 1900 Tower
Drive West. Live music, bagpipes, Irish dancers. — liftbridgebrewery.com
ST. PATRICK’S DAY • Charlies Irish Pub at the Water Street Inn, 101 Water Street. Celebrate at an Irish Pub! Stay
Downtown Stillwater! Time for a Guinness. Irish music on two stages, prizes, fun, and food & drink specials!
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MANGO BLONDE RELEASE PARTY • Sat, 3pm-10pm. Lift Bridge Brewing Company, 1900 Tower Drive
West. Bands, food, and games. Fun for the whole family. — liftbridgebrewery.com
VICTORIAN TEA AT THE HISTORIC COURTHOUSE • Sat, Noon-2pm, Historic Courthouse,
101 W. Pine St. Multi-course tea and entertaining program. Registration Required. — co.washington.mn.us/hc WARDEN’S HOUSE MUSEUM ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE • Sun, Noon-4pm. 602 N. Main St.
Preview the newest exhibits of 1800s prison warden’s home. 651-439-5956 — wchsmn.org
MAY Early MAY 6-8 7 28
CHEESE AND CHOCOLATE • Sat & Sun at Saint Croix Vineyards, 6428 Manning Ave N. — scvwines.com THE ST. CROIX VALLEY ANNUAL POTTERY STUDIO TOUR AND SALE • Fri & Sat 10-6pm, Sun
10-5pm. Self-drive 50+ potters, seven pottery studios. — minnesotapotters.com
NOOKS & CRANNIES TOUR AT THE HISTORIC COURTHOUSE • 101 W. First St.
Registration Required. First Saturday of every month — co.washington.mn.us/hc STILLWATER HALF MARATHON • Sat. — runstillwater.com
JUNE Select Weds 3-5 18 25 28 Multiple Dates
CRUISIN’ ON THE CROIX - HOT ROD & VINTAGE CAR SHOW • 4-8pm. Lowell Park. Admire the
vintage cars and retro rides. Festivities, live 50’s music. FREE. — cruisinonthecroix.com
THE ST. CROIX VALLEY ART OPENER STUDIO TOUR • Fri, Sat & Sun, 10am-5pm.
See where art happens. — artOPENer.com
FOOD TRUCK EXTRAVAGANZA • Sat, 11am-8pm. Washington County Fairgrounds. Over 30 food
trucks, marketplace, business expo, military row, and kids activities. — foodtruckextravaganza.com LIFTBRIDGE ROAD RACE • 10 mile, 10 k and 5 k. — RunStillwater.com
SUMMER TUESDAYS • 5pm Market, 6pm Music. Lowell Park, riverfront. Live dusk outdoor movies,
bring blankets/chairs or view from your boat— summertuesdays.com FREE family event!
SHAKES-FAIRE IN THE PARK • Shakespear in The Park Festival outdoors overlooking the St. Croix River at
Pioneer Park produced by Zephyr Theatre 651-342-1542 — stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org
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JULY Select Wed 4 Every Tue 9-10 14 14-17 16 21-24 30 30
CRUISIN’ ON THE CROIX - HOT ROD & VINTAGE CAR SHOW • 4-8pm. Lowell Park. Admire the vintage
cars and retro rides. Festivities, live 50’s music. FREE.— cruisinonthecroix.com
FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS! • Spend the day in Lowell Park. Civil War cannon on display. Largest
Fireworks in MN set to music at the waterfront at 10pm. Jazz Orchestra 7-9pm and great views up at Pioneer Park, too!
SUMMER TUESDAYS • 5pm Market, 6pm Music. Lowell Park, riverfront. Live dusk outdoor movies,
bring blankets/chairs or view from your boat— summertuesdays.com FREE family event!
WINE MEETS ART FESTIVAL • Sat, 11-6pm & Sun 11-5pm. 20+ local artist in vineyard. St. Croix Vineyards ICE CREAM SOCIAL • Thur, 5-8pm. Historic Courthouse 101 W. Pine.
Old-fashioned ice cream social. Family fun. Amateur talent show. 651-275-7075 — co.washington.mn.us/hc STILLWATER LUMBERJACK DAYS • Fri, Sat, Sun, Event times vary. Lowell Park. Stillwater’s Summer Festival for
family fun. Parade, live music, vendors, contests, kids activities, Down Hill Derby and more! — lumberjackdays.com VINTAGE BASEBALL EXHIBITION • Sat, 9-4pm. Old Athletic field. FREE.
BROADWAY BY THE BRIDGE • Zephyr Theatre outdoors stage near historic lift bridge. stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org OPERA ON THE RIVER • Sat. Free outdoor live opera. Lowell Park, riverfront. — scvopera.org ST. CROIX CROSSING HALF-MARATHON • Sat. On the new loop trail. Over both the Historic Lift Bridge
and the new bridge — runstillwater.com
AUGUST Every Sun
MUSIC IN THE MEADOW • 3-6pm. Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter 8390 Lofton Ave N. Live music on Sundays.
Select Wed
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cars and retro rides. Festivities, live 50’s music. FREE.— cruisinonthecroix.com
SUMMER TUESDAYS • 5pm Market, 6pm Music. Lowell Park, riverfront. Live dusk outdoor movies,
bring blankets/chairs or view from your boat. FREE family event — summertuesdays.com
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GOPHER TO BADGER HALF MARATHON • Run from Stillwater to Hudson, WI — runstillwater.com
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BRIDGE THE VALLEY BIKE RALLY • Multiple route lengths — StillwaterSunriseRotary.org
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AAMODT’S APPLE FARM FEST • 6428 Manning Ave. Pick your own apples, hay wagon rides, John Deere
tractor trikes, Thor’s hard cider tasting. — aamodtsapplefarm.com
WALDFEST • Noon - 6pm, Labor Day. Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter 8390 Lofton Ave N. Music, brats & beer.
FREE admission. — gasthausbavarianhunter.com
GRAPE STOMP FESTIVAL • Sat-Sun, Noon-5pm. St. Croix Vineyards 6428 Manning Competition, prizes,
live music. FREE tours. 651-430-3310 — scvwines.com
All Month
TAKE ME TO THE RIVER • A dozen St. Croix river towns will host over 50 arts events. Powered by Art Reach
16-18 23-25
OKTOBERFEST AT THE GASTHAUS • Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter 8390 Lofton Ave N. Six day huge tent
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St. Croix. — TakeMeToTheRiver.info
festival, German food, beer, dancing and Oompa music. Sundays are family day. — gasthausbavarianhunter.com STILLWATER BOOM SITE LOG RUN • 10 mile, 12k or 5k — runstillwater.com
Every Wed
BROADWAY ON THE ROOFTOP • Presented by Zephyr Theatre at Water Street Inn's Rooftop. 3 course wine
Select Wed
CRUISIN’ ON THE CROIX - HOT ROD & VINTAGE CAR SHOW • 4-8pm. Lowell Park. Admire the vintage
dinner accompanied by live musial broadway revial. — StillwaterZephyrTheatre.org cars and retro rides. Festivities, live 50’s music. FREE.— cruisinonthecroix.com
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AAMODT’S APPLE FARM FEST • 6428 Manning Ave. Pick your own apples (until supplies last), hay wagon
rides, John Deere Tractor Trikes, Hay Bale Maze. 651-439-3127 — aamodtsapplefarm.com
RIVERTOWN FALL ART FESTIVAL • Sat, 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm. Art fair and live music festival.
RivertownFallArtFestival.com
STILLWATER HISTORIC HOMES TOUR • Sun, noon-5pm. Tour very distinct homes that span more than
half a century. — wchsmn.org
HARVEST FEST & GIANT PUMPKIN WEIGH-OFF • Sat-Sun. Lowell Park. Record-breaking giant
pumpkins, chili cook-off, pumpkin carvers, kid games, live music, a pumpkin drop and a pumpkin regatta on the river. FREE two-day event.— harvestfeststillwater.com COURTHOUSE BY CANDLELIGHT TOURS • Thur, 7:45pm and 8:30pm. Historic Courthouse
101 W. Pine St. — co.washington.mn.us/hc
HAUNTED HISTORY TROLLEY TOURS • Halloween Experience with Zephyr Theatre (Age 12+)
Tickets at mywahooadventures.com
TRICK OR TREAT FOR KIDS ON MAIN STREET • Sat, 1-4pm.
NOVEMBER Mid NOV 14-20
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CHEESE & CHOCOLATE WEEKEND • Sat-Sun, Noon-5pm. — scvwines.com CHRISTMAS AT THE COURTHOUSE • Family friendly activities all week. Sip, savor, shop and support.
Holiday Bazaar Sat 10am-4pm & Sun 11am-3pm. Historic Courthouse 101 W. Pine St. Decorated for the holidays. Santa photos, jail tours, food/drink, door prizes. For tickets call 651-275-7075 — co.washington.mn.us/hc BLACK/PLAID FRIDAY • Sleepyhead deals on Main Street starting at 9am. The official kick-off of Hometown
for the Holidays.
SHOP SMALL SATURDAY • National day to shop our 100+ locally-owned independent businesses downtown.
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DECEMBER All Month 3 3 24-25 Every Weekend Varies Call Multiple Dates 31
HOMETOWN FOR THE HOLIDAYS - EXPERIENCE CHRISTMAS LIKE YOU REMEMBER
All along Main Street enjoy the decorations, dazzling lights, shopping specials, Victorian Carolers, Santa sightings and FREE horse-drawn wagonette rides,Victorian Teas, and more.
TWINKLE PARTY • Sat, 4-5:30pm. Lowell Park. Official tree lighting, Teddy Bear Band and fireworks. Wear
your own lights to add to the fun and dress warm.
WARDEN’S HOUSE MUSEUM HOLIDAY EVENT • Sat, 10-2pm. 602 N Main St. First prison Warden’s
1800s home. Open House. Holiday music, decorations, local book sale. 651-439-5956 — wchsmn.org
CHRISTMAS EVE & DAY BUFFET BRUNCH OR DINNER AT THE LOWELL INN • 11-2pm brunch
5-7pm dinner. Reservations only. 651-439-1100 — lowellinn.com
HOLIDAY TEAS AT THE HISTORIC LOWELL INN • 102 N. Second St. Enjoy a leisurely tea time at the
historic Lowell Inn. 651-439-1100 — lowellinn.com
BIERCYCLE CAROLING TOURS • Main Street. Sing & pedal during Caroling Tours in decked out
Biercycle. Private tours also available. 651-300-2202 — Biercycleadventures.com
FUN WITH SANTA • Santa Brunch at Water Street Inn. Bring the kids! 651-439-6000 — waterstreetinn.us IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE • The Zephyr Theatre. 601 Main St. Annual Holiday Production
651-342-1542 — stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org
SING IN THE NEW YEAR • Ring in the New Year with live opera and dancing at the after party —
scvopera.org
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651.439.4662 • justformespa.com • 110 S. Greeley St.
EXPERIENCE
I N D O W N T O W N S T I L LWAT E R
525 S. Main Street
651-430-1234 | info@stillwaterriverboats.com stillwaterriverboats.com Cruise on the St. Croix in a beautiful riverboat! Private charters from groups of 25–500. Public excursions daily May–October. Book online: stillwaterriverboats.com
Photo by - Kelley Brenner
102 N. 2nd Street
651-439-1100, info@lowellinn.com lowellinn.com Classic Inn built in 1927 located downtown with 35 hotel rooms, stately dining rooms (accommodating 6–225 guests) and banquet center. Indoor and outdoor wedding ceremonies offered on site.
301 S. 2nd Street
651-430-1235 | info@stillwaterriverboats.com grandbanquethall.com Celebrate in style at The Grand! Our banquet hall is perfect for any event from 75 –380 guests. Ballroom features stained glass décor, dance floor and antique bar.
Aurora Staples Inn Bed and Breakfast
In any season, find romance in the Victorian era. Sip a glass of wine, relax in a whirlpool tub, sleep in Victorian Splendor and wake to an incredible breakfast. You’ll be back again and again.
303 North 4th Street, Stillwater 651.351.1187 aurorastaplesinn.com
James Mulvey Inn
Carriage House Like a cottage in England’s Cotswolds, this historic stone inn rests on a secluded wooded lot in the center of historic Stillwater. From beginning to end, a private journey for you and your loved one.
807 Harriet Street South, Stillwater 651.430.8008 jamesmulveyinn.com Lic. No. 2017-10
Rivertown Inn
A boutique-style bed and breakfast Now available for private events.
Voted Best Luxury Bed & Breakfast in Minnesota
306 West Olive Street, Stillwater 651.430.2955 rivertowninn.com
MAP – DIRECTORY OF ADVERTISERS DINING/NIGHTLIFE 1. Brick & Bourbon 2. Charlie's Irish Pub & Restaurant 3. Dock Café 4. Feller 5. Forge & Foundry Distillery 6. Freight House 7. Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter 8. Grand Pizza 9. Greenbridge Coffee Shop 10. Joseph Wolf Brewery 11. Leo's Grill & Malt Shop 12. Lift Bridge Brewery 13. LOLO American Kitchen 14. Lolito 15. Lowell Inn 16. Mad Capper Saloon & Eatery
17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31.
Matchstick Mon Petit Cheri Nina's Coffee Café P.D. Pappy's Papa's Rooftop Portside River Market Co-Op River Siren Brewery Rustic Roots Winery Saint Croix Vineyards Stillwater Proper The Lumberjack The Tilted Tiki Victoriano's Pizza Ziggy's On Main
LODGING 1. AmericInn & Suites 2. Aurora Staples Inn 3. Coratel Inn 4. Cover Park Manor 5. Hotel Crosby 6. James Mulvey Inn 7. Just for Me Spa Homes
8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.
Lora Lowell Inn Main Street Retreat & Downtown Loft Getaway Rivertown Inn Stillwater Inn & Suites Water Street Inn
SHOPS 1. Allure by Greations 2. Apricot Lane Boutique 3. Art n' Soul/Stillwater Beads 4. Barbara Ann's Fudge Shoppe 5. Betty Junes 6. Brick + Linen 7. Candyland 8. Cooks of Crocus Hill 9. Darn Knit Anyway 10. Enchante & Garcon 11. Galeria Saro 12. Kathe Wohlfahrt Christmas Store 13. Lakebound Clothing 14. Lil' Tulips
15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27.
Medicinal Blends Midtown Antiques Minnesota Made Modern Roots Natural Soaps & Body Care Scandinavian North Shop in the City Smith & Trade Merchantile Sota Clothing Stillwater Art Guild Gallery Stillwater Olive Oil Company Toxyfree Valley Bookseller Whatnot Boutique
THINGS TO DO 1. ArtReach St. Croix 2. A'Salonna Salon 3. Biercycle Adventures 4. Brick Alley Massage Studio 5. DIRO Outdoors (self bike rental station) 6. Gondola Romantica 7. Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce 8. Herman Electric Bike Rental 9. Historic Courthouse 10. Just Cuz Beauty Boutique 11. Just for Me Spa 12. KALI Spiritual Wellness Center 13. Kari's Create & Paint Studio 14. Lift Bridge Co-Work 15. Pedego Electric Bikes 16. Rent St. Croix
17. RM Realty 18. Stillwater Boat Club & Rentals 19. Stillwater Escape Company 20. Stillwater Ghost Walks 21. Stillwater Riverboats 22. Stillwater Trolley 23. The Lumberjack Axe Throwing 24. Valley Tours 25. Wahoo Adventures 26. World Snow Sculpting Championship 27. Zephyr Theatre VENUES 28. Grand Banquet Hall 29. Trellis Wedding Cermonies 30. The Outing Lodge 31. Water Street Inn 86
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ST. CROIX BOOMSITE PUBLIC BOAT LAUNCH & MORE MARINAS WILLIAM O’BRIEN STATE PARK
