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FOR THE

ART LOVER

Roseau may be known for hockey, but we also have a talented artist community. Roseau features a thriving old-style downtown district with unique stores and art you won’t find in the cities + some great museums, and local sculptures. Pack your bags and plan a week get-a-way where you can shop and explore the arts & history of the Roseau area.

WEEKEND

Get-A-Way

“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.”
– Thomas Merton
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    ARRIVAL

    Check into your hotel then head out for a local dinner. Roseau has many restaurants to choose from Chinese cuisine to a classic 50s-style drive in (seasonal) to award-winning burgers.

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    EXPLORE

    Begin your day in Roseau with a warm drink or fresh baked treat from Reed River Coffee Company, housed in the historic former Land O’Lakes Creamery building. Afterward, stroll over to the town’s iconic moose sculpture and see if you can spot the hidden Bigfoot cleverly incorporated into the locally forged metal artwork. By mid morning, as local shops and galleries open around 10:00 AM, spend time browsing unique boutiques and exploring regional art. Around midday, enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch at the Roseau Gazebo, a charming structure inspired by Scandinavian design. If you’re visiting on a summer Thursday, return in the evening to catch live music performances beginning at 6:30 PM. Free to attend. In the afternoon, immerse yourself in local culture with a visit to the Roseau Public Library, where you can view a collection of artwork by local artist Maggie Adams. Continue your exploration at the Roseau County Museum to learn about the areas history through old photography and historical artwork. Don't miss a stop by the Polaris Experience Center to discover the region’s powersports heritage. Wrap up your day with a scenic 20 minute drive to Warroad. There, enjoy an evening at Riverview Place, a vibrant hub for arts, culture, and community events. See their featured exhibits. If available, attend a performance by the Warroad Summer Theatre or participate in a hands on class through the Folk School in Warroad to round out your cultural experience.

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    DEPARTURE

    Depart the hotel for your full day exploring that art scene in Roseau, MN. Be sure to do a drive by some of the old brick buildings on Main Street and the Old Courthouse on Center Street to see the architecture of the early late 1800's to early 1900s. Many of these establishments were built when the railroad industry started transporting in the area and several are still home to small moms and pops/family owned businesses.

Helpful

RESOURCES

Art Day Trip: View a step-by-step guide of where to see and buy local art.

Hand-made creations: Learn the stories behind some of the art.

Local Artists: View all the local arts and plan your own itinerary.