A riverside park built around the ruins of a massive dam that collapsed in 1909.

The watery grave of an impractical idea.

Minnesota's highest point is a scenic vista marked by a plaque and armies of mosquitoes.

The home where a lovestruck Fitzgerald wrote his first published novel, "This Side of Paradise."

Duluth mineral magnates built this charming art deco lodge to be their private clubhouse.

A stone face watches over the river.

Elaborate drama imparts an appreciation for 19th century hardships.

This bright yellow building is packed with sweet treats from all around the world, from chocolate-covered crickets to whoopie pies.

The literary king of the Jazz Age was born in this lovely Minnesota home which still honors his legacy.

The only arched bridge made of stone on the entire Mississippi River.

Secret hideaway for an alternative beach experience.

This secret gem of a toy store houses a rideable carousel populated with fantasy animals.

When waves crash onto this section of beach, the rocks sing a song.

At this Minnesota state park you can easily wade across the source of the mighty Mississippi.

Home to the Amorphophallus titanum "Corpse Flower," which is among the largest flowers in the world and also smells powerfully of rotting flesh when in bloom.

Equal parts record-breaking temple to consumerism and bizarre fun park, it's more than you think it is...

An unusual assortment of art, furniture, and other curiosities.

Enter the Forest of the Elves.

20,000 pieces in a Frank Gehry-designed building.

Funhouse of found art and participatory sculpture.

These curious caverns have been home to mushrooms, gangsters, and disco.

This large midwestern cavern features impressive rock formations and an underground waterfall.

The famed architect designed this Minnesota gas station of the future with a lookout tower.

This lab's maddening silence is good for business but bad for sanity.