Exploring Red Wing
You can find out more about the people and places featured in the show from these sources.
John Rich Park—East Ave & Hwy 61
- Lovely rose gardens and fountain in downtown
- River runs below the once a flooded malarial site
- Near restored Sheldon Theatre and St. James Hotel
Barn Bluff—Hwy 61 & 63
Hike up this beautiful bluff to a stunning view. The trek is
strenuous, but not difficult.
Bev's Café—221 Bush St.
The place regulars go for coffee and grub
Prairie Island Indian Community—Hwy 61 & 316
- History goes back hundreds of years to Chief Red Wing
- Episcopal Church floated down river from Wisconsin
- Treasure Island Casino a major employer and attraction
Pottery Place—2000 Old West Main St.
- Where 19th century Red Wing pottery was made
- Now a shopping center and antique stores
Ski Jumping—Charlson Hill North of Spring Creek Park
Red Wing Shoes—314 Main St.
Local shoe and boot maker celebrating 100 years
The Anderson Center—163 Tower view Drive
- 1915 home of inventor of puffed rice and much more
- Now the largest artist residency community in the state
Links to additional information
Redwing.org is a comprehensive web site maintined by the Red Wing Visitors & Convention Bureau. It includes an interactive map with locations of most the the sites listed above.
The Goodhue County Historical Society web site is a good resource for those looking for more historical information. |
