This is a guide to places to go and things to do in the city of Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Saint Paul is the second most populous city in Minnesota, and one of the cities in the Twin Cities metropolitan area, where about sixty percent of the state's population resides.
In order to serve its own population, as well as those of the neighboring communities, Saint Paul maintains a hundred and sixty parks, and forty-one recreation centers, spread throughout the city. There is also the Como Zoo Park and Conservatory, which features several animal exhibits.
Additionally, there are several other sports and recreational fields or arenas operated privately, or by schools, churches or other non-profit organizations, serving people of all ages.
Saint Paul's own history goes back to 1849, and the city is the seat of government for Ramsey County and the State of Minnesota. As such, Saint Paul hosts several municipal, county, and state museums, as well as those operated by private and non-profit entities. There are also more than a hundred nationally registered historic sites in Saint Paul, some of which are open to tours.
There are several libraries and library branches in Saint Paul.
Every year, Saint Paul draws in millions of visitors to its concert, theater, and art venues. As examples, there is the Xcel Energy Center, an all-purpose facility that is home to the Minnesota Wild of the National Hockey League. The Roy Wilkins Auditorium hosts concerts, sporting events, tradeshows, and other events, and the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts presents a variety of events, such as drama, music, and dance. Then there is the Fitzgerald Theater, Saint Paul's oldest surviving theater space, built in 1910.
Festivals, fairs, and other events are held in various places within the city year-round. These include, but are not at all limited to, the Festival of Nations, Grand Old Day, the Irish Fair of Minnesota, and Music in Mears, a free summer concert series held in Mears Park.
There is no shortage of sports. Saint Paul is home to the Minnesota Wild, the Minnesota Whitecaps, and the Minnesota State High School Hockey Tournament, as well as the Minnesota United FC, the Saint Paul Saints, and the Minnesota Roller Girls. Besides the professional and semi-professional sports teams, there are school and community sports programs for children, youth, and adults.
Golfers have a choice between the Como Golf Course, Highland Park Nine Hole Golf Course, Highland National Golf Course, or Phalen Park Golf Course.
There are several private bowling facilities, and the Minnesota State Bowling Association is headquartered in Saint Paul. Plus, many of Saint Paul's several parks and recreation areas have sports fields or facilities.
These are just a few examples of what Saint Paul has to offer. This guide to the city's attractions and events may include websites representing art galleries, museums, historical places, libraries, theaters, parks, zoos, and sports and recreational programs, facilities, or teams, as well as other entertainment venues in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
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Situated on the University of Minnesota’s Saint Paul campus, the Bell Museum features a digital planetarium, high-tech exhibits, wildlife dioramas, and outdoor living experiences. Its museum, galleries, learning landscape, and the Whitney and Elizabeth MacMillan Planetarium are highlighted, along with its hours of operation, programs, and events, research facilities and collections, memberships, and contributing opportunities.
https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/
Built for the Saint Paul Saints, the Saint Paul, Minnesota field also hosts Hamline University’s baseball team, as well as the Andy Nelson Artist Gallery, the St. Paul Farmers’ Market, Chuck and Don’s Dog Park, and other youth and amateur baseball teams across the region. Ballpark design, project details, and its policies on event spaces are put forth, along with transportation connections and contacts.
http://chsfield.com/
Built in 1910, the 1,000-seat theater in Saint Paul, Minnesota acts as the largest broadcast studio for Minnesota Public Radio. A history and profile of the theater are set forth, along with a map and directions, a staff list, and volunteer and employment opportunities. Member benefits and membership information are outlined, a seating chart, box office data, and online ticket sales are featured, along with a calendar of events.
https://fitzgeraldtheater.publicradio.org/
Serving as a center for music, dance, theater, exhibitions, public forums, and events, the Saint Paul, Minnesota center is owned by Ramsey County and managed by Minnesota Landmarks, a non-profit agency formed for that task. The facility includes Anita’s Cafe, open Monday-Friday, as well as a gift shop, museums, and exhibits, which are highlighted here and shown in pictures. Regularly scheduled community events and programs are discussed.
http://www.landmarkcenter.org
Minnesota Air National Guard Museum
The non-profit organization features historically significant aircraft and ancillary artifacts, historical documents, photographs, manuscripts, and books, with volunteers playing a role in the restoration of aircraft, conducting tours, and presenting seminars for students, citizens, and organizations. Employment and volunteer opportunities are stated, photos of its exhibits, and its policies on scheduling tours and events.
http://mnangmuseum.org/
Playing at the TRIA Rink in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the Minnesota Whitecaps are a professional women’s ice hockey team in the National Women’s Hockey League. News and information from the team are presented on its site, game schedules are posted, and team rosters, team and player statistics, and other details. Single game and season tickets may be purchased online, and an online store offers team apparel and other items.
https://whitecaps.nwhl.zone/
Playing in the Western Conference of the National Hockey League, the Wild was founded in 1997 but did not play until the 2000-2001 season. Playing at the Xcel Energy Center, Game schedules and online ticket sales are available, along with team and player statistics and standings, a team roster, injury reports, contract chart, and a hot player of the week listing, as well as scores, photos, video, and an online shopping area.
https://www.nhl.com/wild/
Situated on Southlawn Drive, Myth Live is minutes from downtown Saint Paul and Minneapolis. The facilities is a concert and ballroom destination, featuring a variety of entertainment from rock to country, hip hop to electronica, indie to alternative, offering all genres of music, accompanies by a sound and lights system, multiple VIP sections with a lounge and three private suites, seven bars, and free parking. A calendar of events is displayed and its policies on hosting private events.
http://mythlive.com/
Created by Sally Ordway Irvine and her family in the 1980s, the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts offers a variety of performances throughout the year, including musical theater, music, dance, and vocal artists in its Music Theater and Concert Hall, as well as an annual Flint Hills Family Festival, and a number of educational programs. A schedule of performances, educational programs, and online ticket sales are featured.
https://ordway.org/
The first Rice Street Festival was held in 1910. Now an annual event, the festival is held in Saint Paul, Minnesota’s North End, which has always welcomed immigrants. Featuring several activities, many of which change from year to year, the festival is likely to include a parade, an Old-timers softball game, and several family activities. A schedule of events, vendor applications, sponsorship activities, and a volunteer form.
http://ricestreetfest.com/
Founded in 1907, the non-profit Science Museum is situated on the banks of the Mississippi River in Saint Paul, Minnesota, where it features 370,000 square-feet of space, including a 10,000 square-foot temporary exhibit gallery, five permanent galleries, acres of outdoor space, and an IMAX convertible dome omnitheater. Its locations, hours, and a description and photos of its exhibits are put forth, along with its camps, classes, and services to educators.
https://www.smm.org/
The SMSP is a 3-foot by 2-foot micro museum, housed in a vintage firehose cabinet outside the Workhorse Coffee Bar in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Established through funding by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, the museum is viewed by customers of the bar, LRT Green Line commuters, and pedestrians walking along University Avenue. Featuring an eclectic assortment of exhibits, many of which are shown in photos, artists are invited to apply to be an SMSP-featured artist.
https://www.smallestmuseumstpaul.com/
Founded in 1912, the Saint Paul, Minnesota club has more than a thousand members. Guests and spectators are welcome to watch live curling games from the heated club room and upstairs bar area, with league games Monday through Sunday. Game schedules, results, and registrations are available, along with the club’s facility rental policies, membership information, announcements, and contacts.
https://stpaulcurlingclub.org/
Established for the purpose of developing skaters into USFS Freestyle Gold Medalists and USFS regional, sectional, national, and international competitors, the Club offers a variety of programs in Saint Paul, Minnesota, including group classes and skating programs, which are highlighted here, including private and group lessons. Locations, schedules, and membership information are put forth, and ice credits may be purchased online.
https://www.stpaulfsc.org/
Playing at CHS Field in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the Saints are a professional baseball team in the American Association of Independent Professional Baseball and were a founding member of the American Association in 2006. Directions and a map of the ballpark are given, along with game schedules, online ticket sales, a team roster, scores, statistics, and coaching data. Its youth baseball camp and sports academy are highlighted.
http://saintsbaseball.com/
Twin City Model Railroad Museum
Originating in the hobbies of a group of modelers who organized as the St. Paul Craftsman Club in 1934, after several changes in name and location, the museum has grown to become a popular museum. Situated on Transfer Road in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the non-profit museum helps to preserve the era of Minnesota railroad history. Its location, hours, and admission fees are delineated, photos of its exhibits are included, and a schedule of events is posted to the site.
http://www.tcmrm.org/
Held each year since 1886, the Saint Paul Winter Carnival features family-friendly events, with city-wide special events, competitions, vendors, and other activities. A history and profile of the event are posted, including transportation and parking suggestions, a calendar of events, volunteer opportunities, the legends behind the event. Photos from past events, contacts, and an online store are available.
https://www.wintercarnival.com/
