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Midwest Traveler: The Henry Ford Museum assembles epic American artifacts
Visitors to the Henry Ford in Dearborn, Mich., see Rosa Parks' bus, Thomas Edison's lab and Abraham Lincoln's law office.
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Spirit of South Dakota: Road trip along the Missouri River reveals heart of the state
History looms large during a road trip along the Missouri River in South Dakota, home to reservoirs, breweries and Lakota culture.
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Midwest Traveler: On a summer day trip, St. Cloud's appeal is clear
St. Cloud transforms from drive-through city into day-trip destination.
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Wisconsin is hooked on Friday fish fries
Friday fish fries are a "rite of passage" at restaurants and bars all over the state.
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Along the Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail, the Midwest meets Napa
Southwest Michigan's vineyards boast variety — and a cute new B&B.
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Midwest Traveler: A Pride guide to LGBT Chicago
There's a place for all orientations in Chicago's sprawling scene.
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Midwest Traveler: Spam Museum makes for a meaty road trip in Austin, Minn.
Austin, Minn.'s famous foodstuff is at the center of this appealing town.
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Scandia group proposing tourism upgrades, including arts and heritage center
Washington County town considers reconstructing a structure from its past.
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Grand Marais celebration is like the car show for wooden watercraft enthusiasts
A wooden boat parade, puppetry pageant, chowder tasting and contra dancing are part of this North Shore event.
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Hit the road for these National Park sites around the Midwest
These invigorating National Park Service sites are within a day's drive (or so) from the Twin Cities.
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Zipline attractions around Minnesota let you experience the heights of summer
Six unforgettable zipline adventures in Minnesota.
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Midwest Traveler: Iowa barn tours tell the story of the state
So many barns, so little time: Two annual Iowa events inspire dreaming of country life.
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Where to find the best blues clubs in Chicago
The tradition of Chicago blues carries on. Here's where to find the best clubs.
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Beyond beer and brats: 13 must-try restaurants in Madison, Wis.
Wisconsin's capital and university town gets an A for its culinary delights.
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In South Dakota, enjoying buffalo roundup and Wild West shootouts
From buffalo roundups to Wild West towns in the western part of the state.
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Chicago's Andersonville neighborhood is a smorgasbord of shopping, food and drink
The Andersonville neighborhood offers a buffet of delights, Swedish and otherwise.
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From saunas to snowshoeing, northern Minnesota's Camp du Nord hosts a peaceful winter escape
Camp du Nord is known for its summer family camps. But winter is increasingly a draw for adults, couples and women's groups.
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Minnesota's Meat Trail: 5 small-town markets worth the drive
A road trip to the state's best family-run, tradition-loving meat markets.
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Midwest Traveler: Sandhill cranes flock to Nebraska in epic migration
The annual crane migration in March gives new meaning to "flyover country."
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