2014 Little Falls Visitor and Relocation Guide

Little Falls BOWLUS • LINCOLN LAKES • FORT RIPLE Y • RANDALL • ROYALTON • PIERZ • SWANVILLE

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Visitors Relocation Guide Photo: Carter VanHove at the Lindbergh Boyhood Home. Taken by: Tony Wenzel

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• Grocery • Bakery • 1 Hour Photo • Pharmacy • Dry Cleaning • Video • Floral • Postal • Lottery • Natural Foods • Deli • Full Service Meat & Seafood • Check Cashing • ATM • On Location Bank • Fast & Friendly Service

• Liquor • Ace Hardware • Key Cutting • Paint & Color Matching • Rug Doctor Rentals

& Much More!

1101 Second Ave. NELittle Falls, MN

(320) 632-2367

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Little Falls Little Falls Dam, View from Maple Island Park

LITTLE FALLS Minnesota welcomes you!

Snuggled in the heartland of Minnesota, Little Falls is known for its historic charm, natural beauty and small town atmosphere with big city attractions. Whether you’ve come to shop, take in our parks and museums, participate in any number of activities, we know you’ll be pleasantly surprised to find that Little Falls has it all. As you look through the 2014 Little Falls and Surrounding Area Visitor Guide you’ll see why Little Falls is “where the Mississippi pauses.”

- Cathy VanRisseghem

New 2014 Bike Trek

Facts & Figures • Little Falls - Established in 1848 www.cityoflittlefalls.mn.com • Morrison County - Population 33,000 • Little Falls, Minnesota is located in Morrison County, approximately 100 miles northwest of Minneapolis/ St. Paul, in central Minnesota, at the junctions of Highways 10, 27 and 371.

• An estimated 8,500 people live in Little Falls • School District 482 • 475 + Lakes within 45 miles • Cross Country Skiing within 20 miles • Mississippi River City

Explore Little Falls on Bicycles!

• 400 + miles of snowmobiling trails • Home to the MN Flying Aces Hockey Team • October 1, 1849, the Little Falls Mills and Land Company was formed and a dam was built, the first in a succession of four dams, each an improvement over its predecessor. The “Little Falls” became a source of power for the city • Frisbee Golf • Great River Road Access • Bicycle Routes

Little Falls BOWLUS • LINCOLN LAKES • FORT RIPLE Y • RANDALL • ROYALTON • PIERZ • SWANVILLE

One Company.

Endless Possibilities.

Connect with us!

888/632-8844 www.spectrummrks.com

- Mayor, City of Little Falls

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Visitors Relocation Guide

On the Cover Cover: Carter VanHove at the Lindbergh Boyhood Home. Photo Taken by: Tony Wenzel

1.800.325.5916 | www.littlefallsmn.com

Visit unique “handmade” Artistic Bike Racks at locations throughout the guide.

Carnegie Library

TABLE OF CONTENTS • Little Falls Information ........................................... 3 • Little Falls Convention & Visitor’s Bureau ................ 5 • Annual Events ....................................................... 6 • Featured Attractions............................................... 8 • Charles A. Lindbergh .................................. 12-13 • Featured Attractions............................................. 14 • Historic Churches and Faith .................................. 15 • Shopping............................................................. 16 • Bars & Restaurants ......................................... 18-19 • Map ............................................................... 20-21 • Lodging.......................................................... 22-23 • Services .......................................................... 24-25 • Active Living ........................................................ 26 • Randall ............................................................... 28 • Swanville............................................................. 29 • Royalton.............................................................. 30 • Lincoln Lakes & Pierz ........................................... 31 • Bowlus ................................................................ 32 • Fort Ripley & Upsala ............................................ 33 • Parks & Recreation ......................................... 34-35 • St. Gabriel’s Hospital............................................ 36 • Fun Opportunities ................................................ 37 • Trivia Answers & Advertiser Index ......................... 38

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Little Falls GOVERNMENT OFFICES

EMERGENCY

TRANSPORTATION

CITY OF LITTLE FALLS 320.616.5500 | www.cityoflittlefalls.com

LAW ENFORCEMENT 320.616.5570

MORRISON COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER 320.632.2941 | www.co.morrison.mn.us

FIRE DEPARTMENT 320.616.5591

LITTLE FALLS/MORRISON COUNTY MUNICIPAL AIRPORT/LINDBERGH FIELD (LXL) 320.616.5525

MORRISON COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT 320.632.9233

Trivia Questions throughout publication!

ST. GABRIEL’S HOSPITAL 320.632.5441

“Test your knowledge”

EXECUTIVE EXPRESS 320.253.2226 LF TAXI SERVICE 320.632.4104 GREYHOUND BUS SERVICE 800.231.2222 TUXEDO TAXI 320.360.8161

Established in 1849 “Where Minnesota History Begins”

Located in the historic Cass Gilbert Depot 200 NW 1st Street, Little Falls, MN 56345

320-632-5155

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“Helping Morrison County businesses grow & expand”

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LITTLE FALLS, MN

(365 DAYS & 24 HOURS A DAY)

We Welcome you

LITTLE FALLS CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU 606 SE First Street, | Little Falls, MN 56345 320.616.4959 | 800.325.5916 lfcvb@charter.net | www.littlefallsmn.com

Rosenmeier House Built in 1903

Historic Bike Ride Fun!

Welcome to Little Falls. It is a pleasure to welcome you to our city of old fashion charm and historic mansions, century homes, historic churches and numerous attractions.

We have century homes and historic mansions such as the Rosenmeier and Linden Hill Mansions that are awesome to tour as you will feel like you stepped back in time with the furniture, collections and architectural design.

We are proud to have the Pine Grove Zoo in our backyard along with Charles A. Lindbergh’s adventures to share with guests; as he lived in Little Falls for his boyhood and we will share many summertime stories from long ago. We would like to have you experience our town as if you lived here yourself, come and enjoy over 18 parks and a long stretch of the Mississippi River Bicycle Route through our community with a magnificent view of the rushing water at our Dam on the Mississippi.

We are located in Central Minnesota and our neighboring communities offer numerous opportunities as well: • Experience the Swanville Mid Summer Carnival and make memories in Morrison County • Reminisce in Randall and visit the downtown area for a vintage shopping experience • Royalton holds the secret “treasures” to enjoy on your journey • Dine lakeside with great views in Lincoln Lakes • Explore Pierz and check out downtown shopping and “great golfing” • Ride the trails as you cruise through Fort Ripley on a recreational vehicle

Just around the corner we are honored to have Camp Ripley Military Base which has 18 miles of undeveloped river front and breathtaking views. It is home to the Minnesota Military Museum and has a great environmental program for the community and guests to enjoy.

We are on the Mississippi River and we have over 2002 miles of trail for snowmobiles, bicycles, ATV’s and we love the outdoors with multiple campgrounds and opportunities to stay overnight and enjoy a weekend getaway or stay for awhile.

If you love the outdoors and want a touch of history, walk through the Minnesota Fishing Museum and enjoy the view.

We celebrate the 11th annual Dam Festival the 3rd weekend in June; as we are home to the Little Falls Dam and its beauty. The community gathering has activities for all ages and live bands for those who choose to enjoy the nightlife.

Summer through winter, we have something for everyone on our streets and nestled in our communities.

- Kristina

VonBerge

- Executive Director

Zoomski’s Cafe

Culture, History and fun!

Who once owned the home that is now considered the Little Falls Convention and Visitors Bureau?

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Community annual events

JANUARY

WINTER

“We’ll Take You There!”

The Perfect MN Wedding Expo 320.632.5635 Great River Arts-Art Reception MN on Canvas - Randy Asseln 320.632.0960 | www.greatart.org

Hilmerson RV & Boat Show 800.856.4065 “FREE” Candle Light Hike Charles A. Lindbergh State Park - 320.616.5421 Locally Exposed Indoor Direct Sales “FREE” - 320.360.5852

320-631-7500 • 877-352-3059 www.andyscharter.com

FEBRUARY Zion Lutheran - Groundhog Day Feast 320.632.5792 MN Fishing Museum - Decoy Show Fall Ballroom - Tickets 320.616.2011 Soup Supper Fundraiser - Franciscan Sisters 320.632.2981 | info@fslf.org Great River Arts - Artist Reception Imagine Color Central MN Water Colorists 320.632.0960 | www.greatart.org

SPRING MAY

APRIL

41st Annual Pro-Life Dinner, Citizen Concerned for Life – Falls Ballroom 320.237.4289 or tnawhre@yahoo.com

Greater Minnesota Two Cylinder Club Show Annual Spaghetti Dinner & Swap Meet - 320.632.1040 - Franciscan Sisters 6th Annual Rock’n Run & Healthy Communities 320.632.0627 Collaborative - Childrens Activities “FREE” - 320.631.5675 MN Fishing Museum Fishing MN Fishing Museum - Garage Sale Fundraiser - 320.616.2011 with the Pros - 320.616.2011 Day of Caring - 320.631.5675 Gopher Chapter of the Antique Outboard St. Francis Music Center’s Motor Club MN Fishing Museum Spring Recitals - Free - 320.632.0637 “FREE” 320.616.2011 www.sfmusiccenter.org Habitat for Humanity Luncheon - St. Francis Center 320.630.0960 St. Francis Center Orchestras in Concert - Sacred Heart Chapel “FREE” St. Francis Community Chorale Earth Day Concert - Sacred Heart Chapel “FREE” 320.616.2708

AUGUST

Dinner Theater - Held first 2 weekends in April - Great River Arts - 320.632.0960

SUMMER Planning a large event?

JULY Crazy Days Shopping - Little Falls Business Association 320.616.4959 UROCK Camp 320.632.0637 MC Relay for Life 320.632.2772

OCTOBER

FALL

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We have the facilities & parking to accommodate your family or class reunion, wedding or anniversary reception, auction or other large event!

Seasonal storage is also available.

Contact the Fair Manager at 320.632.1040 to book your event at the Morrison County Fair Event Center! morrisonfair.com manager@morrisonfair.com

New Event Early October!!

Halloween Activities for Kids

Pine Grove Zoo - Early October 320.616.5595 Habitat for Humanity Fundraiser “Fabulous Armadillos” Concert Court of Honor Induction - Camp Ripley 320.616.2714 “FREE”

320.616.2084

Green Fair Folk Festival 320.632.2981”FREE” Wacky Hacker Golf Tournament Tickets - 320.468.6451 www.horizonhealthservices.org Great River Arts - Rock the Park Maple Island Park - 320.632.0960 “FREE” Morrison County Fair - 320.632.1040 August Fest - St. James Parish Randall - 320.743.2428 Pierzfest - Huge Outdoor Concert & Fun for Family 320.468.6471

NOVEMBER Franciscan Harvest Supper 320.632.2981 | www.fslf.org Holiday Open House – Little Falls Business Association 320.632.8588 Annual Bazaar – Zion Lutheran Church 320.632.5442 Harvest Ball – Harvest Health Annual Fundraiser 320.486.6451 | www. horizonhealthservices.org

Annual Christmas Bazaar – St. Mary’s Church 320.632.5640

What date did Lindbergh make the famous flight?

Santa Parade – Day after Thanksgiving 6pm Downtown LF 320.632.7642 Christmas Tours – Rosenmeier Home | 320.616.4959 Christmas at the Mansions – Linden Hill | 320.616.5580 Christmas Tree Lane – MN Fishing Museum”FREE” 320.616.2011 Christmas 1918 with the Lindbergh’s 320.616.5421 or 320.616.2011

MARCH

JUNE

Friends of the Lindbergh Heritage 3rd Annual Fundraiser Big Sweet Life - Evening event 320.616.5421 or 320.616.2525 Great River Arts - Party for the Arts Membership appreciation night 320.632.0960 | www.greatart.org Great River Arts - Battlelegs Live Irish Music & Guinness 320.632.0960 | www.greatart.org

Plant Sale - Linden Hill Mansion 320.616.5580

Boys & Girls Club Annual Fundraiser - Falls Ballroom Tickets - 320.414.0322 Soup & Chili Cook-Off - Kinship Falls Ballroom - 320.632.8806 or aaron@kinshipofmc.org Wedding Expo - Falls Ballroom 320.632.9992 Pine Grove Zoo - Dueling Piano’s “Gone Wild” Coming our of Hibernation Tickets 320.616.5595 Kiwanis Annual Fish Fry – VFW Post 1112 320.632.1655

Farmer’s Market (Memorial Day-Labor Day) Every Wednesday & Saturday at Zoomski’s and the Courthouse from 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Little Falls Dam Festival - Maple Island Park - 3rd Weekend in June 320.632.3664 Dam2Dam Bike Ride - cmnbikeclub@yahoo.com Habitat for Humanity Fundraiser - Pine Ridge Golf Course, Motley 320.616.2084 info@fslf.org Falls Festival on Foot (Open Streets Event) All Community memeber & visitors welcome - Downtown 320.616.4959

September 6 & 7, 2014 • Downtown Little Falls 600 Juried Artists and Crafters • 50 Food Vendors • Free Parking and Shuttle Bus • • Rated one of the best Arts & Crafts Fairs in the nation •

320-632-5155

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SEPTEMBER Arts & Crafts Festival - Chamber of Commerce 320.632.5155 - Camping & Parking 320.632.1040 Antiques & Collectable Fair - LeBourget Park 320.632.1825 40th Annual Lone Eagle Auto Car Club Show & Swap Meet Tickets - 320.632.6849

Habitat for Humanity Fundraiser Motorcycle Ride - Red Rooster Bar, Genola 320.616.2708 | www.greatlakesbikeride.com Kid’s Day - Morrison County Fair Grounds & Event Center “FREE” - 320.632.1040 Charles A. Wyerhaueser Museum Annual Fundraiser Dinner - History Program 320.632.4007

DECEMBER Carousel of Crafts - 320.632.4959 Adult Christmas Concert 320.632.5442 Christmas at the Mansions - Linden Hill Tickets - 320.616.5580 Christmas Tours - Rosenmeier Home Tickets - 320.616.4959

Christmas Tree Lane - Fishing Museum 320.616.2011 “FREE”

Christmas Day Dinner 11:30-4:00 Charlie’s Pizza “FREE”

Wine and Beer Tasting is June 26 Wacky Hacker Golf Tournament is August 29 Harvest Ball is November 20 For info on Horizon Health’s Events, Contact Vicki at 800.224.6451 or vvillebro@horizonhealthservices.com

Did Charles A. Lindbergh have any unique hobbies, dog or friends?

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LINDEN HILL HISTORICAL EVENT CENTER 320.616.5580 www.linden-hill.org

Come stay in the Elegant Vintage Musser Mansion Original furnishings & heirlooms, exclusive use of mansion for your event - Weddings (Indoor or Outdoors) - Church, Business, Scrapbooking, and Quilting Retreats - Girls Get-A-Ways Pavilion Hosts up to 160 and sleeps up to 25 guests.

Overlooking the beautiful Mississippi Reserve the beautiful Musser Mansion for your Special Event!

Built in 1898, the two neighboring homes of Charles A. Weyerhaeuser & Richard “Drew” Musser are a physical reminder of the lumbering era in Minnesota. Situated on nine acres overlooking the Mississippi River, guests can truly take a “step back in time.”

FEATURES: • Furnished with antiques and original heirlooms • Unique experience for group overnight stays, retreats, family reunions, special events and small weddings • Available for group tours • Christmas at the Mansions What year was the MN Military Museum Established?

320.616.5580 | info@linden-hill.org 608 Highland Ave. Little Falls, MN

www.linden-hill.org

MINNESOTA MILITARY MUSEUM 320.616.6050 | www.mnmilitarymuseum.org The mission of the MN Military Museum is to educate the public on the service of Minnesota’s veterans, to preserve a record of their service through exhibits of the Minnesota Military Museum, and to preserve the artifacts related to their service for future generations.

FEATURES: • The only Military Museum in the state representing all Branches of the Military • 20,000 sq. feet of exhibits covering Minnesota’s military experiences from early frontier days to the present • Tanks, helicopters, and other vehicles & equipment to be explored, very “kid friendly” • Extensive Weapon displays • Frequently changed “special exhibits” • Interactive exhibits • Gift shop with Military Surplus items

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Hours: May - September: Open Daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

October - April Thursday-Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.mnmilitarymuseum.org

Off Season Group Tours by appointment call: 320-616-6050

What is the largest weapon at the MN Military Museum?

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where creativity meets community

• Art Classes • Gift Shop • • Live Music • Theater • Books • • Art Gallery •

GREAT RIVER ARTS ASSOCIATION 320.632.0960 | www.greatart.org Great River Arts Association is where creativity meets community.

GRAA is the hub for the arts in the greater Morrison County area, and we play a significant role in sustaining the community’s artistic and economic vibrancy.

In 2013, GRAA began an extensive renovation process to revitalize their historic building to better serve the community.

122 1st Street SE PO Box 157 Little Falls, MN 56345 320.632.0960

FEATURES: • Four visual Art galleries • Arts programming for adults and children • Permanent Performing Arts Space

• Event Center • Hours: Wednesday – Friday 11:00am – 6:00pm Saturday 10:00am – 2:00pm

What business was located where Great River Arts is now located?

EST. 1992

MINNESOTA FISHING MUSEUM AND EDUCATION CENTER 320.616.2011 | www.mnfishingmuseum.com The Minnesota Fishing Museum (MFM) is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the heritage and history of freshwater fishing in Minnesota.

FEATURES: • Over 10,000 fishing artifacts • The O’ FISH-L Gift Shop • Tourism and DNR information • Open year round

• Group and school tours available • Handicap Accessible • Christmas Tree Lane “FREE”

What is the largest walleye catch in MN for a common fish?

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CHARLES A. WEYERHAEUSER MEMORIAL MUSEUM 320.632.4007 | www.morrisoncountyhistory.org Located above the confluence of Pike Creek and the Mississippi River, the museum was named after Charles A. Weyerhaeuser, a prominent lumberman in the area. Visitors, genealogists, researchers and students can delve into the area’s rich history while enjoying a stunning view.

FEATURES: • Preserved exhibits, documents and artifacts • Natural prairie gardens • Victorian style fountain and gazebo • Free admission • Research your local Morrison County Ancestors Open all year – FREE admission & Genealogy research

LITTLE FALLS MURALS AND FRESCOS 320.616.4959 | www.littlefallsmn.com Created by artist Frank Gosiak, two large colored murals, depicting the logging era and main street Little Falls in the early 1900’s, grace the façade of the Hennepin Paper Co. warehouse on Broadway Avenue West across from Cass Gilbert Depot. A third Gosiak mural “Door Into the Past” depicts the history of Little Falls evolving into present day Little Falls. The mural is located at the intersection of Broadway Avenue East and Second Street NE. Little Falls is the home of two public fresco paintings, both created by artist Charles Kapsner, installed at Lindbergh Elementary School.

The first, completed in 1994, is called “The Stewardship” and portrays the life, work and values of Charles A. Lindbergh Jr., the American aviator, who lived here as a boy. The second is a 19’ x 41’ monument entitled “Beginnings”, which tells the story of Central Minnesota’s history. This piece was completed in May 2001.

The frescoes can be viewed by appointment.

Which Mural in the Downtown Little Falls Area has a Ghost?

MISSISSIPPI RIVER AND DAM The world famous “Mighty Mississippi” flows through Little Falls. It provides picturesque scenery, and is utilized for canoeing, boating, fishing and other recreational uses.

Much of the history and development of Little Falls is linked to this natural resource.

MINNESOTA STATE VETERANS CEMETERY 320.616.2527 • Charles Kapsner Murals

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CARNEGIE LIBRARY

ST. FRANCIS CONVENT AND CAMPUS

320.632.9676 | (National Register of Historic Places)

320.632.0695 | www.fslf.org

The Carnegie Library opened to the Public in February 1905, in 1986 it became a part of the Great River Regional Library system and was renovated in 1999 with a new addition, while the original design of this building is still intact.

View the Musser family artifacts. Open year around, hours may vary.

St. Francis Convent was founded by the Franciscan Sisters of Little Falls, Minnesota, in 1891. Visitors are welcome to tour St. Francis Campus and to join the Franciscan Sisters for Mass and prayer in Sacred Heart Chapel.

CAMP RIPLEY 320.632.2715 To showcase the Natural Resources that exist at Camp Ripley an environmental classroom and museum were established. This facility also boasts exhibits of Camp Ripley’s training and environmental research programs.

FEATURES: • MN Military Museum • Environmental Education Center • Chapel • Old Hanger Bar - Viking Club • 18 miles of beautiful, undeveloped Mississippi River

• Historic landmark • St. Francis Center open to the public • Offers a simple, nurturing environment for spiritual and holistic retreats, workshops or meetings • “Clothes Review,” a used clothing outlet • Franciscan Gift Shop • Candle Shop • St. Francis Health and Recreation Center

MORRISON COUNTY COURTHOUSE 320.632.0325 | www.mncourts.gov In 1856, when Morrison County was established and organized, the county issued $8,000 in bonds to build a courthouse. By 1860, only one room could be used. Not until 1869, when bonds were called back and reissued, was the frame building completed.

In 1978, the courthouse was restored and placed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Open year around – regular business hours.

How many Acres makes up Camp Ripley?

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Cover story Without a doubt, the most famous native of Little Falls is Charles A. Lindbergh, an internationally renowned aviator and environmentalist. As the Mississippi built its strength from the streams of central Minnesota, so too were Lindbergh’s own beginnings shaped by his experiences in Little Falls.

CHARLES A. LINDBERGH HISTORIC SITE 320.616.5421 | www.mnhs.org/lindbergh

In 1931, the Lindbergh family gave the entire 110 acres and summer house to the State of Minnesota in recognition of the elder Charles A. Lindbergh’s life and accomplishments. In 1969, the house and 17 adjacent acres were placed under the management of the Minnesota Historical Society to preserve and interpret the Lindbergh story. Today, visitors can see the 1906 house with original artifacts throughout and see Charles A. Lindbergh’s evolution from an ordinary boy to environmentalist.

Charles Lindbergh’s 1927 flight from New York to Paris launched an aviation revolution and making Lindbergh one of the most famous American’s in the 20th Century. Charles A. Lindbergh’s childhood experiences shaped the lasting legacy he would create through his work in the 20th century. The Charles A. Lindbergh Historic Site is a National Historic Landmark featuring the fully furnished boyhood home of the famous aviator, visitor center exhibits, including a “Spirit of St. Louis” flight simulator, and an interpretive trail along the river.

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When was the last date Lindbergh was in Little Falls at his boyhood home?

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EVENTS January 14 History Film Series: Birth of Flight: Early Aviation February 11 History Film Series: Birth of Flight: Post WWI Barnstorming March 11 WWI Themed Evening April 8 History Film Series: Birth of Flight: Aviation Advancement and Design May 13 History Film Series: Birth of Flight: Early Commercial Aviation June 1 Dollar Day June 7 Growing Up Lindbergh June 10 Howard Huges Themed Evening June 21 Growing Up Lindbergh July 5 Growing Up Lindbergh July 8 History Film Series: Birth of Flight: Seaplanes Development and Use July 19 Growing Up Lindbergh August 2 Growing Up Lindbergh August 12 History Film Series: Birth of Flight: Jet Aircraft Development August 16 Growing Up Lindbergh August 30 WWII Themed Evening September 9 History Film Series: Memphis Belle October 14 History Film Series: Birth of Flight: Post WWII Commercial Aviation November 11 History Film Series: Birth of Flight: Airport Development & Modern Aviation November 29 Christmas with the Lindbergh’s December 9 Children’s Evening

HOURS

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• Open Saturdays in May from 10am-5pm • Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day on Thursday - Saturday from 10am-5pm & Sunday from noon to 5pm • Saturdays in September 10am-5pm.

• Open by appointment year round for groups.

What year did Lindbergh die?

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Featured Attractions

PINE GROVE ZOO - 320.616.5595 Creepy Crawly Critter Encounters Hands-on educational event - Zoo visitors get up close to some of the Animals Snakes, spiders, lizards, and rarely seen at the Zoo type species.

Zoo Keepers Presentations & Enrichment Teach visitors about animals at Pine Grove Zoo. Learn what zoo keepers feed the animals & work with them. Watch tigers and black bears play and hunt, see bobcats perform essential for keepers.

Sleep over Safari at Pine Grove Zoo Unroll your sleeping bag and join us for an overnight adventure in the “Wildest Place in Central Minnesota”. Registration required. Fee to be determined.

Meander down paved paths and view a variety of exotic, native and domestic animals at home in their spacious, natural habitats.

Interactive signs and a petting stable provide educational encounters that will enhance your zoo visit and create long lasting memories.

This beautiful zoo also offers serene walking trails, as well as large picnic and playground areas.

To compliment your zoo experience, a historic log shelter can be reserved for all your special occasions.

Come and see why we are

“The Wildest Place in Central Minnesota.”

Twilight Tour at the Zoo Family, Fun, and Film Festival Bicycle Touring Information Visit the Convention and Visitors Bureau - Call 320.616.4959

Mid April-Mid Oct: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. each day (Mid Oct-Mid April, closed except by appointment only)

CHARLES A. LINDBERGH HISTORIC SITE www.mnhs.org/lindbergh | 320.616.5421 The famous aviator spent boyhood summers and a few winters at this home on the Mississippi. Now you can enjoy its cozy kitchen, hear the whisper of the pines from the porch where he slept, or walk by the river where he dreamed of flight.

FEATURES: • Newly remodeled visitor center • State-of-the-art exhibits • Flight Simulator • National Historic Landmark • 1920’s Documentary Theater

STATE PARK 320.616.2525

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What type of Movie Clips are showing in the two theaters at Lindbergh Museum?

Historic Church Tours

Fa ith Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church

AREA CHURCHES First Baptist Church 400 E. Broadway – 320.632.9523

HISTORIC CHURCHES

Tri-Parish Catholic Family

Holy Family Catholic Church

Holy Family, 1877 Riverwood Drive – 320.632.5720 Our Lady of Lourdes, 208 Broadway West – 320.616.9689 St. Mary’s Church, 305 SE 4th Street – 320.632.5640 Little Falls Alliance Church 903 13th Ave NE – 320.632.3047 Living Hope Assembly of God 17389 Haven Road – 320. 632.4365

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The Holy Family Catholic Church is the oldest Catholic church in central Minnesota.

Father Xavier Pierz, a missionary from the old Austro-Hungarian Empire, established the parish in 1852 for the French Canadian fur traders in the area. Located at 18777 Riverwood Drive, 320. 632.5720.

Our Lady of Lourdes Church •

Built in 1922 by some 120 families of mostly Polish descent, Our Lady of Lourdes

Grace Covenant Church 17117 Riverwood Drive – 320.632.3629

Church exemplifies the Baroque Revival architectural style. Gracing the east side

Episcopal Church of Our Saviour 113 4th NE – 320.632.5731

The beautiful stained glass windows give silent testimony to the rich Catholic

niche altar is an oil painting icon, inlaid with gems, of Our Lady of Czestochowa. tradition. Located at 208 West Broadway, 320.632.8243.

Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 14827 Prairie Drive – 320.632.3579 Zion Lutheran Church “Missouri Synod” 411 3rd Ave NE – 320.632.5792 Bethel Lutheran 907 Broadway Ave W – 320.632.2316 First Lutheran Church (ELCA) 2100 Riverview Drive – 320.632.6667 First United Church UCC/UMC 1000 SE 1st Street – 320.632.5468 Riverside Bible Church 609 13th Ave SE – 320.414.0323

Sacred Heart Chapel •

Sacred Heart Chapel, located within St. Francis Convent, was built in 1943.

A Romanesque influence can be seen in its pillars, rounded arches and the symbolism of the stained glass windows. The architecture, with its miniature angled tower and raftered ceilings, was influenced by the style of mission chapels erected by a pioneer Franciscan priest in Mexico and California.

116 8th Avenue SE., 320.632.0695 - visit www.fslf.org.

Trinity Chapel Church of God 514 3rd Street NE – 320.632.0048 Faith, Hope & Love Fellowship 11881 Edgar Drive – 320.632.2100 Faith Lutheran Church 303 18th Street S.E. – 320.632.1008

What is the oldest church in Little Falls?

Living the Gospel courageously. . . with energy, spirit, peace.

We invite you to St. Francis Campus Sacred Heart Chapel • 632-2981

Join us for Sunday Mass at 8:30am, weekdays 11:00am

Franciscan Gift Shop • 632-0601 Open Mon-Fri: noon-5pm

St. Clare Library • 632-2981 Open Mon-Fri 10am - 2pm

St. Francis Music Center • 632-0637

www.sfmusiccenter.org

St. Francis Health and Recreation Center 632-0627 • www.stfrancisrec.org

Clothes Review • 632-0609 Good, clean, used clothing.

www.fslf.org • (320)632-2981

116 8th Ave SE, Little Falls, MN 56345

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Shopping

Open Mid May - Sept 7, 2014 | 11am-9pm | 7 Days a Week

Quality Furniture You Deserve at Prices You can Afford!

32 East Broadway Little Falls, MN (320) 632-3664 www.linfurnituremn.com

Dairy Treat Best BBQs in Little Falls Ice Cream | Hamburgers | Fries Deep Fried Gizzards

12616 HWY 27 | Little Falls, MN | 320.632.9640

est. 1962

Located 2 Blocks West of Pine Grove Zoo

Floor Covering Studio “The Friendly Floor Store”

115 First Street N.E. Little Falls, MN

(320) 632.6361 F. (320) 632.1931 dennys@upstel.net www.dennysfloor.com

“NEW” GIFTABLE ITEMS | “NEW” DECORATING IDEAS | THRIFT STORE

Thrift Store 114 West Broadway Little Falls, MN 320.630.6013 WEST ON HWY 27 JUST ACROSS THE RIVER

Treasures

Hours: 10am-6pm Monday – Saturday

on

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Over 6,000 items in stock.

62 East Broadway Little Falls, MN | 320.249.6052

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214 2nd Ave. Staples, MN 56479 Cody Nelson Kris Taylor-Manager 218.894.3055

Sauk Centre

315 Pine St. S. Sauk Centre, MN 56378 Cody Nelson 320.351.7296

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Bars and restaurants 118 1st St SE Little Falls, MN 632.5627 Happy Hour: Monday-Saturday 3-6pm Daily Lunch Specials: Monday-Friday 11am-2pm

American Legion, 108 NE 1st Street, LF • 320.632.5944 A.T. Black & White, 114 1st Street SE, LF • 320.632.5374

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Casey’s General Store, 500 West Broadway, LF • 320.632.9803

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Dairy Queen, 1012 Haven Road, LF • 320.632.6494 Dairy Treat, 12616 Highway 27, LF • 320.632.9640 Domino’s, 107 2nd Street NE, LF • 320.632.2371

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Johnny C’s, 108 East Broadway, LF • 320.414.0384

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500 East Broadway | Little Falls, MN 56345 | (320) 632.4355

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Pete & Joy’s, 121 East Broadway, LF • 320.632.6388 Subway (Walmart) 15091 18th Street NE, LF • 320.631.0800

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SuperAmerica, 100 Lindbergh Drive, LF • 320.632.3085 Taco John’s, 109 LeMieur Street, LF • 320.632.2754 The Royal, 120 West Broadway, LF • 320.632.6401

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Zylka’s Red Bull Bar, 118 1st Street SE, LF • 320.632.5627

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West Side Bar, 115 West Broadway, LF • 320.632.5655

Zoomski’s Coffee Shop, 500 East Broadway, LF • 320.632.4355

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Walmart Deli, 15091 18 Street NE, LF • 320.632.9268

West Side Café, 119 West Broadway, LF • 320.632.2664

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Hours Monday–Friday 6:30am - 3pm Saturday 7:45am–1:30pm. Closed Sundays.

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Pizza Ranch, 202 LeMieur Street, LF • 320.632.8333

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Little Fiesta, 310 12th Street NE, LF • 320.632.2445

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Open 6am 7 days a week

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• Skilled Nursing Care • Long-Term and Hospice Care • Physical, Speech & Occupational Therapy

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« 413 Pacific Ave | Randall, MN 56475

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525 Pacific Avenue | Randall, MN 56475 www.randallgovoffice2.com | 320.749.2159

“Home of the Silo”

EVENTS • VFW Bingo Every Friday • May – Spring Women’s Expo at Old Creamery – Treasure Days, City Wide Garage Sale • July – 4th of July Celebration • August – Old Creamery MN Shop Hop 4-8 • September – Fall Fest/Bike Ride/Movies in the Park @ Bingo Park • October – The Old Creamery Women’s Expo • December – 1st Week - Taste of the Seasons, Sleigh Rides-Bon Fire.

RANDALL

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What is the population of Randall?

WELCOME TO SWANVILLE Mayor | Sandy Peterson www.swanvillemn.com | 320.547.2291

Swanville Carnival

Nestled in a valley with Pepin Lake, Swanville is a beautiful small town located in central Minnesota.

Swanville has that small town atmosphere, but still able to offer a great amount of services. Swanville is home to a public school that offers quality education, stores that have all the conveniences of a larger town, great business opportunities, and a community park for all to enjoy.

OPEN: April - November

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Ridgeline Boat Docks, Lifts & Fish Houses | 20+ Vendors

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• City is divided and resides in two counties.

(Todd & Morrison County) • Earned Village status in 1893

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EVENTS • February – Fishing Contest • July – Swanville Carnival 11,12,13 IRST TATE ANK

First State Bank of Swanville

First State Bank Has been serving the Area for over 100 years

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Established in 1887 - Scottish Descent Located on the Platte River New City Center with Museum of local history MacDougall Nature Park EVENTS Royalton Skateboard Park Memorial Park • All Wheels Rodeo Soo Line ATV Trail • Legion Weekly Fish Fry’s School District #485 • July - Halfway Jam • August - Platte River Days

What is the Trailhead name just North of Royalton that connects to the Wobegon trail?

WELCOME TO LINCOLN LAKES www.lincolnlakes.com | 218.575.3066

EVENTS • January – Annual Ice Fishing Derby | Fish Trap - 800.462.0203 – Treasure Days, City Wide Garage Sale • February – Ice Golf Open | Lake Alexander - 218.575.2089 • May – Fishing Opener Fish Fry | Randall VFW • June – Motley Fair Day • July – Fireworks, Scandia Valley Town Hall | Lincoln - 800.462.0203 Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day and Pillager Fair Days • August – Scandia Valley Fire Department Benefit & Lincon Ladies Aid Raffle • September – Golf Tournament Lincoln Scandia Valley Lions | Pine Ridge Golf Course • December – Community Christmas | Camp Shamineau

WELCOME TO PIERZ Mayor | Toby Egan www.pierzmn.org | 320.468.6471

FACTS • Settled in 1860’s by German Catholics • Founded in 1892 • Trails for ATV’s, Snowmobiles and Bicycles from Genola to Duluth • Pierz Golf Course and Camp Ground has beach access • Pierz Legion Ballpark • School District #484 • City Hall – 320.468.6471

EVENTS • May – City Wide Garage Sale • August – Oktoberfest • December – St. Nick Night

What river can you find in Pierz?

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WELCOME TO BOWLUS Mayor | George Trettel www.bowlusmn.com

FACTS • Village of Bowlus was platted out July 7, 1907

EVENTS • Bowlus Fun Day - Parade - Fireworks - Fun for Everyone!

- Held first Sunday in July

Business: 320.584.8193 Jordie Stay: 320.223.0788 Sonya Stay: 320.492.0212

105 1st Ave S. Bowlus MN 56314 (nestled along the Soo Line Bike Trail) Email: jtsc2008@live.com

SOO LINE RECREATION TRAIL • 10.5 miles • Connects to Lake Wobegon Trail • Park and Ride

CROSS ROCKS AND FAIRY CROSSES 320.616.4959 www.littlefallsmn.com/crossrocks • Found at Blanchard Dam • Three types, but no two fairy crosses are alike • Considered to be lucky

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The Staurolites, better known as “fairy stones” or “cross rocks”, are referred to due to their shape. The mineral name for “fairy crosses” is staurolite. These rock formations are extremely rare and are only found in a few areas of the world. The Staurolites are much sought after as good luck pieces, charms, and natural curiosities. These rare stones can be found at Blanchard Dam, just south of Little Falls.

What Famous Olympic boxer originated in Bowlus? (Hint: He was in Germany for the 1972 Olympics)

WELCOME TO FORT RIPLEY

WELCOME TO UPSALA Mayor | Rollie Johnson www.cityofupsala.com | 320.573.4950

STATE TRAILS • National Award recognized Minnesota as “Best Trails State”

FACTS • The Upsala area boasts many good lakes for fishing and swimming • Borgstom House & Nature Trails • The Upsala Area Historical Society has continued to maintain the Borgstrom House and share its contents through arranged tours or during occasional planned events such as the annual Pioneer Work/Pioneer Art Day held the second Saturday in August • Upsala Recreation Building contact Joyce Larson to reserve: 573-2371

The Fort Ripley ATV Trail winds through rolling oak and pine-covered hills near Sebie Lake in a section of the Crow Wing County Memorial Forest. This is the site of some of the first releases of wild turkey in the Brainerd Area.

The trail is located near the town of Fort Ripley just south of Brainerd.

THE RIPLEY ESKER Landform built of sand and gravel deposited by a stream that flowed beneath a glacier. The Ripley Esker is a classic Esker. Read more about the Ripley Esker at www.littlefallsmn.com/RipleyEsker/php

Daily Specials | Adult Beverages Available Snowmobilers Welcome!

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Pine Lake Upsala Public Library Upsala City Park Upsala Area Community Center Snowmobile Trails Heritage Days – August American Legion Park on Cedar Lake Post 350 www.cedarlakecampground.com • The Upsala American Legion Post 350 owns and operates Cedar Lake Park, located 3 miles West of Upsala. Cedar Lake has one of the best beaches in the area. Camping is also available at Cedar Lake Park.

Borgstrom House 1913

Great Homemade Soups & Homestyle Food Steak Room - Friday - Saturday 5-9pm www.thefortsteakhouse.com | 320.632.5048 | 218.829.7300

Fort ripley Gas&Grocery ConvenienCe Store • SMoKe SHoP Hrs 6aM-9PM P 320.639.0006 Fort riPley, Mn

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Incorporated in 1927 1 Golf Course 1 Post Office 1 Service Station 1 Bar & Grill Restaurant (Cook your steaks over an enormous interior grill) “Excellent Experience” • 1 Public Water Access • 1 Community Center

320.632.5048 www.fortsteakhouse.com

Where is the old school house that is completely intact from the early 1900’s; with water pump and desks ready for tourists (seasonally and by appointment)?

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For information on Charles A. Lindbergh State Park’s shelter call (320) 616-2525. For information on the Lions Park call (320) 632-3330.

BIRDING 2-Person Coupon $60.00 18 Holes Green Fees & One Shared Cart

Excluding Wednesdays, Weekends & Holidays

1 Edgewater Drive | Little Falls, MN | 320.616.5520 www.littlefallsgolf.com | lfcc@cityoflittlefalls.com Good Thru 2014 Golf Season

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Morrison County has supreme birding areas such as • Crane Meadows National Wildlife Refuge • Schoessling Addition of Lindbergh State Park • Lindbergh State Park • Belle Prairie Park Go to www.mcbirding.org to post findings, look for areas and species, maps or more information on birding in Morrison County.

Photo: Tony Wenzel

Parks And recreation

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES Ice Rinks Little Falls Exchange Arena, 1000 5th Avenue SE – 320.632.2032 Pine Tree Park Ice Rink, 4th Street and 7th Avenue NE – 320.616.5500 West Side Ice Rink, 9th Street and 2nd Avenue SW – 320.616.5500

RESORTS AND CAMPGROUNDS

Golf Little Falls Country Club, Little Falls – 320.616.5520 City of Pierz Golf Club, Pierz – 320.468.2662 Eagle’s Landing Golf Course, Fort Ripley – 320.632.5721 Pine Ridge Golf Course, Motley – 218.575.3300

A Minnesota morning rolls out from its slumber. The pines whisper of the coming day and all it has to offer as the water laps against the shores in hopeful anticipation. Imagine yourself sitting on a cabin deck at one of our fine resorts or splashing your feet in the lake at your favorite campground. No matter where you choose to vacation in the Little Falls area, you’ll find yourself coming back again and again to recapture the magic.

Disc Golf Belle Prairie Park, North of Little Falls on 371 Windy Pines Disc Golf, Living Hope Assembly of God Church, 17389 Haven Road, Little Falls – 320.632.4365

• Campfire Bay Resort 800.677.7263 • Charles A. Lindbergh State Park 320.616.2525 • Innsbrook Motel & RV Park 320.749.2650 • Cedar Lake 320.573.2983 • Sweet Water Resort 800.601.3474

Swimming Pools/Beaches Little Falls Community Middle School – 320.616.4200 St. Francis Health & Recreation Center – 320.632.0627 City Beach - Green Prairie Lake, AmericInn, Little Falls, MN – 320. 632.1964 Cedar Lake Near Upsala

Tennis Courts Little Falls Community High School 1001 5th Avenue SE – 320.616.2200 North Pine Grove Park | 13th Street NW – 320.616.5500 West Side Tennis Court | 8th Street SW – 320.616.5500

• Two Rivers Campground 320.584.5125 • Pierz Fish Lake 320.616.2450 • Fish Trap: Camping & RV Resort 218.575.2603

TOP TEN LIST 1.

Burton Rosenmeier House (Visitors Center)

CENTRAL MINNESOTA TRAILS

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Charles A. Lindbergh Historic Site and State Park

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Pine Grove Zoo (100 Years Old)

The newest segment of the Soo Line Recreational trail starts at Hwy 10 bypass and runs west through Morrison County for 10.5 miles as a non-motorized used trail. The Soo Line also connects you to the Lake Wobegon Trail and the Paul Bunyan Trail; this will be considered the longest stretch of continuous paved trail in the United States.

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Linden Hill Mansions on the bluff of the Mississippi

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MN Military Museum on the bluff of the Mississippi

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MN Fishing Museum

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Charles A. Weyerhaeuser Museum

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Maple Island Park & Mississippi River Dam

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Upper Mississippi River along the Great River Road

• Trail Resources • Mississippi River Trail www.dnr.state.mn.us www.mississippirivertrail.com www.mntrails.com • Paul Bunyan Trail www.traillink.com www.paulbunyantrail.com • Soo Line Recreational Trail • Lake Wobegon Trail www.royaltonmn.com www.lakewobegontrail.com • Camp Ripley State Veteran’s Trail www.crvtrail.com

10. Historic Walking Tour

“Top 10” List of activities m.littlefallsmn.com

How many geocaching boxes would you estimate in the Little Falls Area?

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St. Gabriel's hospital

Health Care for All Ages

We’ve been serving the community since 1891.

Unity Family Healthcare is comprised of six entities in a continuum of care unmatched in Minnesota. We’re . . . All for One. YOU.

St. Gabriel’s Hospital • 320-632-5441 We have the latest technology and greatest people to provide you great care when you need it most. Highlights include: • An emergency services department with 24/7 staffing • A state-of-art imaging department offering in-house • CT scanning and an MRI in a hospital which opened in 2007.

• Board-certified physicians in seven specialties Family Medical Center • 320-631-7000 • Highly skilled nurses and other staff to provide the best of care in our Joint Commission-accredited facility.

With specialists in family medicine, general Little Falls Orthopedics • 320-631-2200 • 888-550-3671 surgery, internal medicine, obstetrics & gynecology and pediatrics as well as three Specializing in bone and joint repair, our clinic locations in Little Falls, Pierz and Randall, team of five othopedic surgeons, two we offer convenient comprehensive care. podiatrists and two physical therapists can help you return to an active lifestyle.

Our surgeons perform a wide range of procedures employing the latest techniques and technologies.

St. Camillus Place • 320-631-5020 A home for adults with developmental disabilities, we enjoy a regional reputation for quality, built Unity Family Home Care & Hospice on a foundation of • 320-631-5575 providing residents with programming Unity Family Home Care & Hospice is a full-service home care and Medicare-certified and services unique to their individual hospice. We provide the benefits of quality health care services delivered in the comfort of needs, talents, dreams and wishes. your own home in your own community.

For more information, Call 320-632-5441 or visit www.stgabriels.com

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In what year were Linden Hill Mansions built?

Alverna Apartments • 320-631-5030

A 60-unit, HUD-subsidized senior housing complex, we are located on the Unity Family Healthcare campus.

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Kathy Braud Watercolors

A Minnesota Artist

(320) 632-5653 h (320) 360-4175 c

Little Falls, MN braud@fallsnet.com

www.mnartists.org/Kathy_Braud www.kathy-braud.artistwebsites.com

Explore New Adventures at

M I N N E S O TA ’ S P L AY G R O U N D

How much money did the Musser’s pay for the Weyerhaeuser Mansion?

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TRIVIA QUESTIONS ANSWERS Page 5: Barney Burton (Retail sales in the early 1900’s in Little Falls) and Christian and Gordon Rosenmeier (both father & son were Lawyers & MN State Senators) Page 6: May 20-21,1927 Page 7: Hobbies - nothing unique. Around the farm he collected various items, went swimming and hunting.

Page 8: 1977 (mid Page) Page 8 Bottom: 155 Howitzer Page 9: Ben Franklin Craft store & Simonet Funeral Page 9: (Bottom) 17 lbs and 8 oz, Seagull River in Cook County in 1979 Page 10: Ghost in a Mural is located behind the courthouse on the Cigarette mural Page 11: 53,000 Acres Page 12: September 1973 - dedication ceremony of the Visitor Center

Page 14: Large theater on lowest level is a shortened version of the American Experience Documentary “Lindbergh” - has information on his entire life boyhood, aviation, NY to Paris flight, kidnapping, isolationism and environmentalism.

Page 23: 1. Linden Hill mansions; which are the current Pavilion on the Linden Hill grounds .

2. The current Nouis Home Care used to be the Pine Edge Inn, has a pool out back just below the dining area.

Page 15: Holy Family

Page 24: RED BULL Division WWII from MN (Still resides in MN, HQ is Rosemount, MN)

Page 16: May 20-21,1927 Lindbergh Landed in LeBourget, France.

Page 17: 1849 Page 19: Pete and Joys Coffee Shop and Bakery (Polish Pottery and Gourmet Cookies) Page 19: (Bottom) Hardware store Page 20: Charles Augustus Lindbergh was born on Feb 4, 1902 in Detroit, MI Page 21: Little Falls Convention and Visitors Bureau, 616.4959 or littlefallsmn.com Page 22: The Antler Motel (1900)

Page 13: Aug 20, 1974

Page 28: Population 641 (2012 Census) Page 29: In the year of 1880, the railroad was started and in fall the rails were laid.

Page 30: Soo Line Trail Page 31: Skunk River Page 32: Duane Bobick Page 33: County Road 49 and owned by Audrey and Jerry Majerus - 320.616.4959

Celebrating 11 YEARS {June 20 & 21}

Friday - Live Band Saturday - Parade, Family Carnival, Live Music, Entertainment, Fireworks

$5,000 Raffle

Page 35: 30 Boxes Page 36: 1898 Page 37: The Weyerhaeuser Mansion was sold for five cents

Along the Mississippi River | Downtown Little Falls Call the Little Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau for more information | (800) 325.5916 www.littlefallsmn.com/DamFestival.php

ADVERTISERS INDEX 1st Ave Auto Repair ............................................................................. 25 A.T. Black & White ............................................................................... 19 Alverna Apartments ............................................................................. 27 Ambiance@53 ...................................................................................... 17 AmericInn ........................................................................................... 23 Andy’s Charters ..................................................................................... 6 Antiques & Collectibles ........................................................................ 17 Arts & Craft Festival ............................................................................... 7 Aspire ................................................................................................. 24 Baby’s on Broadway .............................................................................. 17 Bermel’s Shoe & Clothing .................................................................... 28 Bob LeMieur Roll Offs .......................................................................... 24 Brainerd CVB ...................................................................................... 37 Buds to Blossoms Floral & Gift ............................................................. 30 Cabin Fever Saloon & Eatery ................................................................ 19 Campfire Bay Resort .............................................................................. 22 Central MN Bike Club Dam2Dam ................................................ City Map Central MN Westwind Enterprises .......................................................... 29 Charles A. Lindbergh Historic Site ........................................................ 14 Charlies Pizza ...................................................................................... 18 Clifwood Motel ..................................................................................... 22 Circle R Ranch ..................................................................................... 37 City of Little Falls* ................................................................................. 4 City of Randall .................................................................................... 28 Coborn’s Superstore ..................................................... Inside Front Cover Country Inn & Suites.............................................................................. 22 CTC .................................................................................................... 24 Dairy Treat............................................................................................. 16 Dam Festival ....................................................................................... 38 ECM Publishing MC Record ................................................................... 4 Fallsnet ............................................................................................... 16 First State Bank of Swanville .................................................................. 29

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Fort Ripley Gas & Groceries ................................................................... 33 Franciscan Sisters of Little Falls ............................................................ 15 Fresh Hair Professionals ....................................................................... 17 Goldsmith Jewelers ............................................................................. 17 Great Wall ........................................................................................... 19 Greater MN Two-Cylinder Club .............................................................. 6 Gum Drop Tree .................................................................................... 17 Highland Senior Living ......................................................................... 27 Horizon Health Care .............................................................................. 6 Johnny C’s............................................................................................. 18 Jordie’s Trailside Cafe............................................................................. 32 Kathy Braud Watercolors ..................................................................... 37 Kampa Gerbi and Associates.................................................................. 25 Kinship .................................................................................................. 7 Little Falls Radio .................................................................................... 4 LF Chamber of Commerce ..................................................................... 4 LF Convenience Store ............................................................................ 16 LF Country Club .................................................................................. 14 Like-Nu Gun & Pawn ............................................................................. 17 Lin Furniture ........................................................................................ 16 Lincoln Lakes......................................................................................... 31 Linden Hill ............................................................................................. 8 Health Services .................................................................................... 26 Marshik Agency, Inc ............................................................................. 25 MC Economic Development ................................................................... 4 Mid-Minnesota Federal Credit Union .................................................... 24 Military Museum ................................................................................... 8 MN Fishing Museum ............................................................................. 9 MN Flying Aces ..................................................................................... 7 MN Lawn Co. ........................................................................................ 25 Morrison County Agriculture Society ...................................................... 6 Nilson’s Hardware ................................................................................. 29

Perkins .................................................................................................. 19 Pete & Joy’s Bakery .............................................................................. 19 Phenomenal Rehabilitation .................................................................. 26 Preferred Choice Chiropractic ............................................................... 26 Pierz Golf Course ................................................................................ 31 Pine Country Bank Little Falls ............................................................... 24 Pine Country Bank Bowlus ................................................................... 32 Pine Country Bank Royalton ................................................................ 30 Pine Grove Zoo ................................................................................... 14 Radio Shack .......................................................................................... 24 Randall Cafe ......................................................................................... 28 Randall Liqure Store .............................................................................. 28 Remax .................................................................................................. 25 Riverside Inn ......................................................................................... 23 Royal Cafe .......................................................................................... 19 R & S Bargin Center .............................................................................. 16 Schlenner, Wenner & Co. ...................................................................... 25 Swanville Sno-Drifters .......................................................................... 29 Spectrum ............................................................................................... 3 St. Gabriel’s Hospital ........................................................................... 36 St. Otto’s ............................................................................................. 26 State Farm Insurance - Lori Kush .......................................................... 24 State Farm Insurance - Pam Kauppila ..................................................... 25 Stearns History Museum ........................................................................ 37 Sweetwater Resort ................................................................................ 22 The Fort Steakhouse .............................................................................. 33 The Old Creamery Quilt & Coffee Shop ................................................. 28 Treasure City ....................................................................................... 30 Waller House B&B ............................................................................... 23 Walmart .........................................................................Inside Back Cover Zoomski’s Midtown Cafe ....................................................................... 18 Zylka’s Red Bull Bar ............................................................................. 18

Vision Center Tire & Lube Express Food Center Liquor Fashion Photo Center Electronics Pharmacy Garden Center

Walmart proudly serving the Little Falls Community for the past 21 years and “Always� giving you more!

We are open 24 Hours 7 Days a Week for your convenience!

15091 18th Street NE | Little Falls (320) 632-9268

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Where the Mississippi Pauses... your Discovery begins!

Itaska State Park

County Road 45

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Cushing Camp Ripley

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Lincoln Lakes Randall

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Freedem

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Circle R Ranch

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Little Falls

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Swanville 10 Soo Line Trail Head

Upsala Bowlus

Royalton

BEST DAY TRIP & WEEKEND GETAWAY IN MINNESOTA

Check us out on two wheels!

Bicycle or Motorcycle Friendly

Gulf of Mexico

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Charles A. Lindbergh Historic Site Mansion Tours Pine Grove Zoo Charles A. Lindbergh (State Park) MN Military Museum MN Fishing Museum Excellent Downtown Shopping

Pierz