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Posted by Teresa Boardman
The Minnesota state flower since 1902, and a protected species in Minnesota since 1925. they are orchids that grow wild Minnesota in damp woods and boggy areas. I have seen them growing in the wild and they are beautiful. The plant can live for 50 years and can take as many as 16 years to grow and bloom. This plant grows in captivity at the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory, Como Park,
in St. Paul, MN. Most of the photos I have seen of them are not this up close, which is why I took one, they are gorgeous.
DEC
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Posted by Teresa Boardman
I can’t beleive I just used the words “winter” and “fun” in the same sentance. Maybe there is something wrong with my keyboard. Here is St. Paul we have a tradition that dates back to 1888. The St. Paul Winter Carnival of course. Here are some pictures I took of the ice sculptures. It is a contest. Yes blocks of ice can be carved using chain saws and blow torches. An interesting hobby to be sure. I can and have operated chain saws. I am thinking I am too big of a klutz to use one to carve anything.
If you have a camera and like a challenge, photo graph ice against snow. There isn’t much contrast so I had to get creative.
DEC
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Posted by Teresa Boardman
Make a call on Anna Ramsey, wife of the first territorial governor, at St. Paul’s Ramsey House. Guides dressed as her servants may even surprise you with a tour of the Victorian home and some fresh cookies. Enjoy a glimpse into family and servant life in the 1870s. One of the nation’s best preserved Victorian-era homes, the Ramsey House features carved walnut woodwork, marble fireplaces, crystal chandeliers and many original furnishings. Pick up Victorian-era souvenirs in the Carriage House gift shop.
The holiday programs and tours are a lot of fun. See upcoming events.
DEC
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Posted by Teresa Boardman
I should really take a picture of the whole building. This is the Gardner Row house. Built in 1898. They used to be apartments but were converted into condos in 1979. There are many condo conversions in the older parts of St. Paul. Some call it gentrification.
DEC
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Posted by Teresa Boardman
The carpenter’s shop at the old Hamm’s brewery. There was a fire a couple of years ago. A great spot for taking photos, but kind of spooky too.
