Twin Cities

The nation's largest indoor shopping mall. It is filled with shops and restaurants. It also contains a theme park, Nickelodeon Universe, and an indoor aquarium, Sea Life. It is easy to get there by light rail from MSP. and the Mall contains a transit hub that connects to most areas of the city. 

Learn more: https://www.mallofamerica.com/

The Rodriguez Family (Erin, John, Matthew, and Peaches the Pekingese) invites you to their home in Eagan, MN, to enjoy lunch, conversation, and relaxation. Enjoy quiet time in the library, conversation in the main rooms, and nature from the screened porch and nearby park. Food will account for dietary restrictions.

RSVP by Tuesday, June 9th. erin@maryspence.org  

The M is Minnesota's oldest art museum. It is an American art museum that houses more than 5,000 artworks showcasing the unique voices of American artists from the 19th century to the present. Free admission.

Learn More: 

https://mmaa.org/

One of the nation’s most visited modern and contemporary art museums. Next to the museum, the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden invites you to roam 11 acres of more than 60 large-scale works—including the beloved "Spoonbridge and Cherry."

Learn More: https://www.walkerart.org/

A striking, wilderness waterfall in an urban setting. Overlooking the Mississippi River, Minnehaha Park is one of Minneapolis' oldest and most popular parks. The grounds feature sculptures, walking trails, a wading pool, and a seasonal restaurant, Sea Salt Eatery. 

Learn More: https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/parks-lakes/minnehaha_regional_park/

Loring Park is the southernmost downtown neighborhood, most famous for hosting the Twin Cities Pride Festival each June. Loring has a rich history as a queer neighborhood, and is a picturesque place to explore. It is conveniently located by the Walker Art Center and the Basilica. 

Learn More: 

https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/parks-lakes/loring_park/

 Minneapolis American Indian Center provides educational, health, employment, and social services to the Twin Cities urban Native community. It is a community hub that celebrates and uplifts Native culture and is open to all. Within the Center is the Two Rivers Gallery, Gatherings Cafe, and a gift shop. 

Learn More: 

https://www.maicnet.org/

Ten minutes from the Rodriguez Home. The AZA-certified Minnesota Zoo is home to hundreds of animal species and serves as a resource to connect people, animals, and the natural world to save wildlife. It participates in worldwide conservation efforts and spans acres of scenic beauty. The Zoo is The Zoo's new Treetop Trail, the world's longest elevated pedestrian loop, brings guests up to 32 feet in the air for an immersive experience in nature.

Learn More: 

https://www.mnzoo.org/