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Fans of model railroads will not want to miss the Twin City Model Railroad Museum, home of the world famous O-Scale exhibit. Thousands of volunteer hours have been dedicated to faithfully reproducing the entire Twin Cities’ railroad system from the 1930s-1950s in O-Scale. In addition to this impressive model, the museum hosts other traveling exhibits, a toy train division and other special events.

Bring the kids out to SteppingStone Theatre for family-friendly fun. If you are young or young at heart, you will enjoy the educational, enlightening and entertaining plays produced by professional young actors. See classic children’s plays as well as the premiers of new works by playwrights from the Saint Paul region.

Make your way to Harriet Island during August to witness the greenest weekend in Saint Paul at the Irish Fair of Minnesota. Just like St. Patrick’s Day, this fair brings out the Irish in everyone. Come by for music, food, drink and workshops—all designed to share the Irish culture. The proceeds of this festival benefit the new (non-Irish) immigrant projects and other Irish cultural activities throughout the year.

Get the best vintage finds at Rewind Vintage, which actually sells both vintage and contemporary clothing and accessories. So, whether your style is the latest fashion or retro chic, you can find exactly what you need to complete your wardrobe. Name brand, off-brand, you name it—find it in this glamorous thrift boutique.