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minnesotA center for BooK Arts 1011 Washington Avenue S., Minneapolis, 55404 | 612-215-2520 | mnbookarts.org The MCBA preserves the traditional craft of bookmaking, advances the book as a vital contemporary art form and interprets books in their aesthetic, historic and cultural contexts. Free admission. Go online for more information. • Tour Open House and trace 118 years of a Saint Paul home through the families that lived there. • Browse the museum shops for Minnesota-themed gifts and books. • Dine in the acclaimed Café Minnesota. • Book space for a meeting or special event. See Downtown Saint Paul Map for location. the schuBert cluB museum of musicAl instruments Landmark Center, 75 W. Fifth Street, Saint Paul, 55102 | 651-292-3267 | schubert.org Explore the history and evolution of the piano. See a fascinating variety of instruments from cultures around the world. Read original letters of famous composers concerning their work and world. Free admission. Open Sun. 1-5 p.m.; Mon.–Fri. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The museum features a dynamic rotation of exhibitions providing a gateway to understand-ing Russia’s history, heritage, and its art through the masterworks of its greatest artists. ©GGGGGGg˝ w W wAlKer Art center 1750 hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, 55403 612-375-7600 | info@walkerart.org | walkerart.org With 11 galleries of modern and contemporary art, the Walker Cinema and McGuire Theater, the Walker is an essential experience for the culturally curious. Dine at D’Amico’s Garden Café or Gather restaurant, and find artful gifts at the Walker Shop. weismAn Art museum 333 e. river road, Minneapolis, 55455 612-625-9494 | weisman.umn.edu Architect Frank Gehry’s striking sculptural stain-less steel building is a local landmark, housing more than 16,000 works of art. The architect returned to expand, by 11,000 square feet, the first and only art museum he designed in the United States. The new space opened last fall. See Downtown Minneapolis Map for location. wells fArgo history museum Sixth Street S. and Marquette Avenue, Skyway Level, Minneapolis, 55402 | 612-667-4210 wellsfargohistory.com Looking for a fun, free family experience? Step off the skyway and into the Wells Fargo History Museum! See the glimmer of gold nuggets and coins, send messages by telegraph, examine an antique stagecoach, climb aboard a replica coach, and more. Guided tours available. Free and open to the public. MUSEUMS minnesotA children’s museum 10 W. Seventh Street, Saint Paul, 55102 651-225-6000 | mcm.org At the Minnesota Children’s Museum, children will have a blast discovering an exciting, interactive world that fosters their creativity, increases their understanding and sparks an appreciation for lifelong learning. Each of our seven galleries is uniquely designed to provide a hands-on, stimulating environment for children six months to 10 years old. minnesotA history center 345 W. Kellogg Boulevard, Saint Paul, 55102 651-259-3000, 888-727-8386 651-259-3003 Group reservations | mnhs.org An architectural masterpiece in a beautiful met-ropolitan setting, the Minnesota History Center is both an exciting, interactive museum and a gather-ing place. Featuring unique, hands-on exhibits and a year-round program of entertaining educational events, the History Center is a Minnesota gem. • Visit Then Now Wow , a Minnesota history exhibit for kids of all ages. • Step into a C-47 plane that re-creates a World War II combat flight. Walker Art Center & Minneapolis Sculpture Garden the museum of russiAn Art 5500 Stevens Avenue S., Minneapolis, 55419 612-821-9045 | tmora.org The Museum of Russian Art is the only museum in North America dedicated to the preservation and presentation of Russian art and artifacts. science museum of minnesotA 120 W. Kellogg Boulevard, Saint Paul, 55102 651-221-9444, 800-221-9444 | smm.org Located on the banks of the Mississippi River in downtown St. Paul, the Science Museum of Minnesota has a 100+-year history of unforget-table science fun and learning. With more than eight acres of indoor space devoted to hands-on exhibits and a convertible-dome Omnitheater, there’s something for everyone to explore. BE ON THE SCENE: CHECK OUT TC CULTURE FOR THE LATEST ON TWIN CITIES ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FRESH DESIGN. EXPANDED CONTENT. Walker Art Center & Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday–Sunday 11 am–5 pm The Walker is a must-see for the culturally curious with galleries filled with art from modern masters and today’s most innovative artists, a shop filled with contempo-rary gifts, and casual dining by D’Amico. Stroll the 11-acre Minneapolis Sculpture Garden across the street to view the famous “Spoonbridge and Cherry” sculpture and fountain. “Possibly America’s best art museum,” ( Newsweek ) the Walker is Open late Thursdays 11 contemporary am–9 pm a must-see for the culturally curious. Walker Art Center Premier Partners Premier Partners walkerart.org walkerart.org 612.375.7600 612.375.7600 70 | Minneapolis Saint Paul Official Visitors Guide 2013