The Mississippi River runs right through the heart of the Twin Cities, a lively metropolitan area anchored by Minneapolis and St. Paul. Flip through the photos in this gallery for a peak at the riverfronts, neighborhoods, and architecture of the region. And don't miss the photo galleries for the Minnesota State Fair and the St. Paul
Population (2010) 865 in the township History The future village of Nininger was built on a high bank above the river, safely out of reach of high water, but with good access to the river. The settlement was first known as Bluff Landing, then as Bassett's Landing because John
Population (2010) 21,874 Visitor Information Direct your questions to the Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce (651.452.9872). History Rosemount is an old community in Dakota County, but one with only a minor connection to the Mississippi River: Spring Lake Park is within the city boundaries,
Population (2010) 33,880 Visitor Information Direct your questions to the River Heights Chamber of Commerce (651.451.2266). History The McGroarty family, the first of many immigrants from Ireland to settle in the area, reached the US in 1848. The family included 24-year old John, Bridget, his wife, their
Population (2010) 20,160 Introduction Located along the bluffs downriver from downtown, the floodplain was the last location for the Dakota Indian village called Kaposia that was inhabited until the mid-19th century. Today's South Saint Paul is a city in two distinct geographic locations: the residential areas and town center
Population (2010) 623 History The small village of Lilydale, named for the lilies that cover Pickerel Lake, was built in a rather unfortunate location, a low-lying floodplain that, well, floods regularly. So many of its residents lived in boats or trailers--it was easier move out of the way when
