Welcome to the Red Wing area blog

The most famous hotel in every state

The thriving wheat market in Red Wing during the early 1870s created a need for a comfortable place for tourists and businesses passing through, resulting in this 62-room hotel. The most famous hotel in every state

An afternoon in Red Wing

Red Wing is best known as the home of Red Wing Shoes (many of which are still manufactured locally), and it has a pedestrian-friendly historic downtown with shops, restaurants, and the World’s Largest Boot. An afternoon in Red Wing

Most charming Main Streets. in MN

Let the delightful feeling of nostalgia take over as you escape to an older time on Main Street in Red Wing. Stay or dine at the 19th century St. James Hotel, a historic landmark on this quaint street. Most charming Main Streets. in MN

Big Turn Music Fest

What could I tell you about Red Wing before this weekend? They do make pretty great shoes, and those bluffs near town are neat. Big Turn Music Fest

Winging It

Red Wing’s historic downtown—all neat brick and sandstone edifices reaching back to the 1800s—speaks to the Southern Minnesota river city’s heyday as a port and, soon after, a railroad hub. Winging It

10 Best Pubs in MN

As soon as you walk into Jimmy’s Pub, you’ll forgive that it’s located inside a hotel (the fact the it’s the historic St. James Hotel on the Red Wing riverfront helps a lot, too). 10 Best Pubs in MN

10 Mouthwatering Steakhouses in MN

Red Wing’s delicious steakhouse has beautifully cooked meats, and great beer. It’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy an unbeatable meal. 10 Mouthwatering Steakhouses in MN

10 MN restaurants that have stood the test of time

As the oldest restaurant in Red Wing, Bev’s Cafe is an obvious addition to this list. This charming little cafe is as adorable as it is delicious. 10 MN restaurants that have stood the test of time

14 best Holiday shopping destinations in MN

The historic, Mississippi River city of Red Wing is known best for the boots that its largest business manufactures. 14 best Holiday shopping destinations in MN

50 Christmas towns

The Christmas season in Red Wing includes parades, cookie decorating, visits from reindeer, and more. Named one of “America’s 23 Best Small Towns for Christmas” by Country Living. 50 Christmas towns

2017’s Top Breweries, Wineries & Cideries

Whether your beverage of choice is fermented, brewed, distilled, or some combination thereof, you’ll probably agree: There’s never been a better time to drink locally. 2017’s Top Breweries, Wineries & Cideries

Twin Cities Live – Where’s Em?

Today, the St. James Hotel is owned by Red Wing Shoe Company. It still provides all sorts of amenities, stories and of course history. Twin Cities Live – Where’s Em?

Woman shoots sunrise in Red Wing every day for a year

Ellen Lentsch photographed the sunrise from the same point on Barn Bluff in Red Wing, MN every day for a year. She started the project in January of 2016 Woman shoots sunrise in Red Wing every day for a year

11 Charming waterfront towns in MN

Here is another river town that is full of beauty. With the Mississippi River running through it, many choose to enjoy town from along its banks. 11 Charming waterfront towns in MN

The most enchanting town in MN

Of all the towns in all the world, Red Wing, Minnesota, might just be the most beautiful. This charming town is full of history, charm, and outstanding natural scenery. The most enchanting town in MN

Visit these 13 MN Wineries

The gorgeous drive and views alone were worth the visit to Flower Valley Vineyard & Winery, and the winery itself is very quaint. Visit these 13 MN Wineries

Barn Bluff, Red Wing, MN

A drive along the Mississippi River in Minnesota treats you to breathtaking views of the mighty river picturesque bluffs. While in Red Wing, we hiked up one of these bluffs and enjoyed a vigorous hike rewarded with forest views and stunning perspectives of the Mississippi River and Red Wing. Barn Bluff, Red Wing, MN