Minnesota History

Seeing as Minnesota has been a state for nearly 167 years, there have been many important moments since 1858. But only one event has been called *the* most important event in the history of the North Star State.

Every state has an iconic building that stands out - whether it's historic, massive, or simply unforgettable. Have you been inside Minnesota's?

From the northern notch to the western notch and more, why are we shaped like this?

This Minnesota Town's Annual Celebration is inspired by a piece of American History.

Explore six ghost towns in Minnesota - some eerie, others touching, but all filled with mystery.

"Mayslack's Bar, located at 1428 4th Street NE in Minneapolis, was used for the interior shot of Slippery's Tavern when Maria walked into the bar to persuade the boys to leave her restaurant alone."

If you play the lottery, think Minnesota lottery, you have helped create places like Sheridan Memorial Park as lottery funds were used to purchase the land

Take a peek inside a remarkable piece of Minnesota history that's been restored and updated from top to bottom!

While we haven't had a typical winter this year in Minnesota, exporting 'winter'-- or a part of it, anyway-- used to be a big business in the North Star State.

Exporting 'winter'-- or a big part of it, anyway-- used to be a big business in Minnesota.