William J. Lipham, MD, FACS

Indulge in a lavish romantic experience at the Nicollet Island Inn, where the perfect blend of classic charm and elegance awaits. Enjoy the delightful ambiance of the patio as you sip on your favorite drinks, and relish the delectable international cuisine served at the inn's restaurant - renowned as the most romantic restaurant in the city. But why limit romance to just an evening? For a weekend full of love and togetherness, book the Ultimate Romance Package at the Nicollet Island Inn and give your beloved an experience they will never forget. The package includes a cozy room decked out with flowers, a sumptuous dinner for two at the hotel's restaurant, a bottle of champagne and dessert in the room, and a delicious breakfast in bed. Make your love story a fairy tale with the Ultimate Romance Package at the Nicollet Island Inn.

Located in the heart of downtown Saint Paul, overlooking beautiful Rice Park, the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is widely recognized as the premier performing arts venue in the Midwest. The Ordway offers diverse events, from Broadway hits to inspirational multi-cultural performances, including drama, dance, and music. It is Saint Paul's most elegant and inviting performance space and attracts regional audiences. The Ordway is also home to a unique Arts Partnership, joining forces with The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, The Minnesota Opera, and The Schubert Club. The Ordway hosts yearly performances as one of the U.S.'s leading not-for-profit performing arts centers.

If you are interested in natural history, check out the Bell Museum. They have various animal specimens, such as mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, insects, and plants. Additionally, the museum has many traveling exhibits, dioramas, and touch-and-see exhibits that you can explore. Furthermore, you can visit the Whitney and Elizabeth MacMillan Planetarium on the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus. It is the state's natural history museum and a planetarium. There, you can take exciting journeys from the cosmos to the human brain and learn about the universe's origins, diverse life on Earth, and Minnesota's wildlife dioramas. You can also experience the Touch & See Lab, which has a wide range of items such as 10,000-year-old fossils, living plants and animals, and more. Also, you can explore the native plant landscape, geology gardens, and solar station outside the museum.