Guidebook for Richfield
Food Scene
I have only been there for breakfast. It is definitely a foodie restaurant. Urban funky decor.
47 locals recommend
Blackbird
3800 Nicollet AveI have only been there for breakfast. It is definitely a foodie restaurant. Urban funky decor.
I love the fried chicken here, best I have ever eaten. Everything they do is great!
20 locals recommend
Lyn 65
6439 Lyndale Ave SI love the fried chicken here, best I have ever eaten. Everything they do is great!
The chef studied at the Cordon Blue. The Eggs Benedict and steak burrito are the best I have eaten!
Pilgrimage Cafe
2403 East 38th StreetThe chef studied at the Cordon Blue. The Eggs Benedict and steak burrito are the best I have eaten!
Home of the juicy lucy, great fries and good beer selection. Even President Obama went there!
178 locals recommend
Matt's Bar
3500 Cedar AveHome of the juicy lucy, great fries and good beer selection. Even President Obama went there!
Cafe Levain
4762 Chicago AveWent there for dinner with a friend and was delighted, definitely a foodie restaurant!
French Meadow Bakery & Cafe
2610 Lyndale Ave SEverything they make is noteworthy and delicious.
Entertainment & Activities
Many artists perform all summer long at the band shell. You can google their schedule for the year.
86 locals recommend
Lake Harriet Bandshell Park
4135 Lake Harriet PkwyMany artists perform all summer long at the band shell. You can google their schedule for the year.
Parks & Nature
It is a two block walk from my house to this park. Twice round the park and back to my house is almost 3 miles. There is a small lake, birding and a floating boardwalk. They have mini-golf, a swimming pool, a large playground and malt and coffee shop. Farmer's market is open on Saturday mornings.
7 locals recommend
Veterans Park
6335 Portland AveIt is a two block walk from my house to this park. Twice round the park and back to my house is almost 3 miles. There is a small lake, birding and a floating boardwalk. They have mini-golf, a swimming pool, a large playground and malt and coffee shop. Farmer's market is open on Saturday mornings.
Another close park to my house. Nature center has classes. The walkway is a nice getaway. I often see deer there.
Woodlake Drive
Woodlake DriveAnother close park to my house. Nature center has classes. The walkway is a nice getaway. I often see deer there.
Arts & Culture
Even if you can't afford to travel around the globe, you can see masterpieces from all different cultures and eras at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. Each visit will afford a new discovery, whether it's spending time with a Monet or a Rembrandt, checking out the incredibly beautiful Chinese jade collection, or viewing some of the spectacular American Indian pieces. While the museum has plenty of masterpieces from long ago and far away, it has recently started putting more emphasis on contemporary art as well.
524 locals recommend
Minneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Ave SEven if you can't afford to travel around the globe, you can see masterpieces from all different cultures and eras at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. Each visit will afford a new discovery, whether it's spending time with a Monet or a Rembrandt, checking out the incredibly beautiful Chinese jade collection, or viewing some of the spectacular American Indian pieces. While the museum has plenty of masterpieces from long ago and far away, it has recently started putting more emphasis on contemporary art as well.
With its visual-art exhibitions, performing arts shows, and films screenings that can't be found anywhere else, it's the place to go to get some of the most cutting-edge contemporary art forms from all over the world.
606 locals recommend
Walker Art Center
725 Vineland PlWith its visual-art exhibitions, performing arts shows, and films screenings that can't be found anywhere else, it's the place to go to get some of the most cutting-edge contemporary art forms from all over the world.
The Museum of Russian Art (TMORA) is a wonderfully intimate museum, located in what was formerly Mayflower Church, built in a Spanish Colonial-Revival style. The museum's small size makes it perfect for a short outing, as you're usually able to peruse the entire collection in one visit, making it a little less daunting than larger art institutions. The rotating exhibits are original and quite different from anything else you might see here in the Twin Cities, focusing on Russian art from different periods. An added bonus is that the museum has a wonderful little gift shop, with free tea and cookies, that is a must-stop every time you visit.
51 locals recommend
The Museum of Russian Art
5500 Stevens AveThe Museum of Russian Art (TMORA) is a wonderfully intimate museum, located in what was formerly Mayflower Church, built in a Spanish Colonial-Revival style. The museum's small size makes it perfect for a short outing, as you're usually able to peruse the entire collection in one visit, making it a little less daunting than larger art institutions. The rotating exhibits are original and quite different from anything else you might see here in the Twin Cities, focusing on Russian art from different periods. An added bonus is that the museum has a wonderful little gift shop, with free tea and cookies, that is a must-stop every time you visit.
Located on the west shore of Lake Calhoun, the Bakken Museum is housed in a 1920s mansion designed by Carl Gage for William Goodfellow. The structure combines English Tudor, European Gothic Revival, and other architectural styles. The museum began from the collection of Earl Bakken, an engineer and the co-founder of Medtronic. Bakken had a strong interest in historical scientific instruments, and accumulated quite a library of scientific books. The museum now hosts lots of different kinds of programming, including Frankenstein's Laboratory, a 12-minute show that brings the tale of Frankenstein to life; "Ben Franklin's Electricity Party," which allows visitors to see how electricity works; as well as other fun and interactive activities. You'll want to be sure to check out the gardens, too. There's the Florence Bakken Medicinal Garden, inspired by similar European gardens; the Green Energy Art Garden; and the Dakota Native Plants Gardens, encompassing the wetlands area on the east side of the museum.
29 locals recommend
The Bakken Museum
3537 Zenith Ave SLocated on the west shore of Lake Calhoun, the Bakken Museum is housed in a 1920s mansion designed by Carl Gage for William Goodfellow. The structure combines English Tudor, European Gothic Revival, and other architectural styles. The museum began from the collection of Earl Bakken, an engineer and the co-founder of Medtronic. Bakken had a strong interest in historical scientific instruments, and accumulated quite a library of scientific books. The museum now hosts lots of different kinds of programming, including Frankenstein's Laboratory, a 12-minute show that brings the tale of Frankenstein to life; "Ben Franklin's Electricity Party," which allows visitors to see how electricity works; as well as other fun and interactive activities. You'll want to be sure to check out the gardens, too. There's the Florence Bakken Medicinal Garden, inspired by similar European gardens; the Green Energy Art Garden; and the Dakota Native Plants Gardens, encompassing the wetlands area on the east side of the museum.
The Science of Museum of Minnesota makes learning about science an entertaining and interactive experience. No matter where your interest lies, there's always something that will catch your eye. Plus, it has an awesome Omnitheater. Parents may want to consider getting a membership, as it's a great day activity for kids, and you can visit multiple times a year for a lower cost. But the Science Museum isn't just for kids. It also hosts monthly "Social Science" events that allow adults to come into the museum, socialize, listen to music, and, yes, drink beer. The museum also hosts the "Beaker and Brush" discussions that focus on the intersection of science and art.
235 locals recommend
Science Museum of Minnesota
120 W Kellogg BlvdThe Science of Museum of Minnesota makes learning about science an entertaining and interactive experience. No matter where your interest lies, there's always something that will catch your eye. Plus, it has an awesome Omnitheater. Parents may want to consider getting a membership, as it's a great day activity for kids, and you can visit multiple times a year for a lower cost. But the Science Museum isn't just for kids. It also hosts monthly "Social Science" events that allow adults to come into the museum, socialize, listen to music, and, yes, drink beer. The museum also hosts the "Beaker and Brush" discussions that focus on the intersection of science and art.
Changes are coming for the Bell Museum, which plans to move into a new building at the University of Minnesota's St. Paul campus as soon as funding is secured. In the meantime, there's a lot to like about the current space, which has a very old-school feel. Filled with creepy yet awesome taxidermy, exhibits about the environment, and neato dioramas created by Minnesota artist Francis Lee Jaques, the museum provides a much more intimate experience in some ways than going to the Science Museum. And if you're interested in stars, the Exploradome (the product of a merger with the Bell and the Planetarium Society), offers shows every day.
33 locals recommend
Bell Museum
2088 Larpenteur Ave WChanges are coming for the Bell Museum, which plans to move into a new building at the University of Minnesota's St. Paul campus as soon as funding is secured. In the meantime, there's a lot to like about the current space, which has a very old-school feel. Filled with creepy yet awesome taxidermy, exhibits about the environment, and neato dioramas created by Minnesota artist Francis Lee Jaques, the museum provides a much more intimate experience in some ways than going to the Science Museum. And if you're interested in stars, the Exploradome (the product of a merger with the Bell and the Planetarium Society), offers shows every day.
There's no doubt that the Weisman Art Museum is one of the Twin Cities' most unusal buildings. Designed by Frank Gehry, the reflective stainless steel shaped into various asymmetrical forms is a piece of modern art itself, and is a beautiful sight to behold, especially at sunset. The museum was recently renovated, allowing more space for the variety of exhibitions that travel through, which are primarily contemporary. Admission is free.
93 locals recommend
Weisman Art Museum
333 E River Pkwy
There's no doubt that the Weisman Art Museum is one of the Twin Cities' most unusal buildings. Designed by Frank Gehry, the reflective stainless steel shaped into various asymmetrical forms is a piece of modern art itself, and is a beautiful sight to behold, especially at sunset. The museum was recently renovated, allowing more space for the variety of exhibitions that travel through, which are primarily contemporary. Admission is free.
The Minnesota Children's Museum is a great place for kids to have fun and learn at the same time. Whether they're playing in one of the museum's immersive habitats, exploring artmaking on the Rooftop Artpark, or checking out one of the rotating traveling exhibits, this is a great place where kids get to discover and have fun.
97 locals recommend
Minnesota Children's Museum
10 7th Street WestThe Minnesota Children's Museum is a great place for kids to have fun and learn at the same time. Whether they're playing in one of the museum's immersive habitats, exploring artmaking on the Rooftop Artpark, or checking out one of the rotating traveling exhibits, this is a great place where kids get to discover and have fun.
The American Swedish Institute actually has two buildings: the castle-like Turnblad mansion, filled with intricate woodwork and stained glass, and the newly created Nelson Cultural Center. It's an especially fun place to visit around the holidays, as it hosts a fantastic St. Lucia event each year. The museum also offers a variety of classes for both children and adults that include everything from Swedish language to weaving.
104 locals recommend
American Swedish Institute
2600 Park AveThe American Swedish Institute actually has two buildings: the castle-like Turnblad mansion, filled with intricate woodwork and stained glass, and the newly created Nelson Cultural Center. It's an especially fun place to visit around the holidays, as it hosts a fantastic St. Lucia event each year. The museum also offers a variety of classes for both children and adults that include everything from Swedish language to weaving.
The Minnesota Historical Society, the nonprofit organization behind the Minnesota History Center, has -- not unlike other museums across the country -- a rather problematic history in relation to American Indian people, as they displayed Chief Little Crow's remains after his death in 1863. However, in recent years the organization has made efforts to return objects and human remains to the tribes they belong to. They have also sought to include Native perspectives on the history of Minnesota.
138 locals recommend
Minnesota History Center
345 W Kellogg BlvdThe Minnesota Historical Society, the nonprofit organization behind the Minnesota History Center, has -- not unlike other museums across the country -- a rather problematic history in relation to American Indian people, as they displayed Chief Little Crow's remains after his death in 1863. However, in recent years the organization has made efforts to return objects and human remains to the tribes they belong to. They have also sought to include Native perspectives on the history of Minnesota.