Labor Day Planner 2009

by Molly Priesmeyer - Citysearch Contributor - 200 Reviews - 93 Lists

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Updated: August 14, 2009

While the rest of Minnesota either escapes to a cabin or descends upon the State Fair, you can enjoy a crowd-free day at these great Twin Cities events and hot spots.

Labor Day Faves

  1. 1 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Minneapolis Institute of Arts
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    2400 Third Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404 (map)

    In its final exhibition weekend, the MIA’s "Sin and Salvation: William Holman Hunt and the Pre-Raphaelite Vision" is not to be missed. The 64 items and paintings wonderfully explore the technical skill and beauty of this mid-19th-century art movement. It's the perfect place to take out-of-town guests and even bored teens.

  2. 2 4 Star Rating: Recommended Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater
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    13000 Zoo Blvd, Apple Valley, MN 55124 (map)

    On this last weekend of summer, the Minnesota zoo ends its "Africa!" exhibit. Visitors can check out ostriches, zebras, giraffes and more in this six-acre exhibit and learn fun facts--like that each zebra stripe is as unique as a fingerprint--from the many zoo-keepers and children's activities on hand.

  3. 3 3.5 Star Rating: Average Walker Art Center
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    1750 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)

    Spend the morning at the Sculpture Garden, then head inside for the conceptual art exhibit, "The Quick and the Dead"--it ends Sept. 6. The show features work by local and international artists, exploring the concepts of time, life, death and momentary lapses.

  4. 4 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Chain of Lakes
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    W Calhoun Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55409 (map)

    Always hopping during summer and spring days, the Chain of Lakes turns into a ghost town--OK, almost--during Labor Day weekend. Lake Harriet's band-shell will be hosting family-friendly shows every evening, while perfect picnic spots open up like the skies on a warm, sunny day.

  5. 5 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Guthrie Theater
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    818 S Second St, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)

    Check out the Guthrie’s "Ella", a musical about jazz-great Ella Fitzgerald, during its last weekend at this raved-about theater. Saturday and Sunday include afternoon performances, giving you ample time to check out the Guthrie’s "Endless Bridge", where it's easy to wish for an endless summer ... or just an endless Labor Day weekend.

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