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St. Cloud is a beautiful city parted by the winding Mississippi River. Home to approximately 67,203 people, St. Cloud is one of the fastest-growing areas in the state. The city itself is home to an appealing variety of historic buildings, museums, and wondrous sightseeing opportunities. With plenty of parks, golf courses, and historic sites, there is something for everyone in St. Cloud. Why not see what St. Cloud has to offer you today by visiting their official website?
Originally a waystation on Red River Trails between the Canadian boarder at Pembina and St. Paul, St. Cloud was developed from three settlements. These settlements were known as Upper Town, Middle Town, and Lower Town. Upper Town, Middle Town, and Lower Town were established in 1853, although St. Cloud did not become incorporated until 1856. Upper Town was plotted by General Sylvanus Lowry, who later went on to become St. Cloud’s first mayor.
St. Cloud received its name from John Wilson, a Maine native with French Huguenot ancestry. St. Cloud was named after the Paris suburb, Saint-Cloud. St. Cloud was once a docking station for steamboats, however river levels were not reliable. Granite quarries have operated in the St. Cloud area since the 1880s, giving St. Cloud its nickname, "The Granite City."
To discover more on St. Cloud’s rich history, please visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St._Cloud,_Minnesota
Hill Museum and Manuscript Library
Founded in 1965, the Hill Museum and Manuscript Library is dedicated to the preservation of priceless manuscripts held in European monasteries and libraries. Hill Museum and Manuscript Library has preserved more than 100,000 manuscripts on microfilm and in a digital form. As of spring 2007, HMML has achieved a preservation milestone with their digital collection surpassing one million files! HMML also has its own collection of significant manuscripts, rare books and facsimiles.
Learn more about the Hill Museum and Manuscript Library by visiting them online at: http://www.hmml.org/
Munsinger Gardens
Musinger Gardens is nestled along the Mississippi river below the beautiful Clemens Gardens. The Musinger Gardens were created in the 1930s in part with WPA labor. The magnificent gardens are much larger than the Clemens Gardens and are filled with mature trees, thriving plants, stretches of grass, and a relaxing atmosphere.
To discover more about the Munsinger Gardens, please visit: http://www.munsingerclemens.com/
St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra
The St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra is dedicated to showcasing the best in orchestral music. The St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra is made up of numerous local musicians, as well as a few accomplished musicians from Minneapolis. The troupe presents various performances throughout the year at a variety of venues, including the Paramount Theatre. The St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra was founded in 1975.
Please visit their official website at: http://www.stcloudsymphony.com/
Discover more area attractions and activities by visiting: http://www.10best.com/destinations/minnesota/st.-cloud/attractions/#1
Amblewood
Amblewood Park is currently under construction.
For updates, please visit: http://www.ci.stcloud.mn.us/Park/Website/support/amblewood.htm
Angushire
Augushire Park is an open field where only your imagination is the limit to the fun you can have.
Please click here to see a more detailed description of the park. http://www.ci.stcloud.mn.us/Park/Website/support/angushire.htm
Beaver Island
Beaver Island is a magnificent park that is perfect for relaxing or a romantic picnic for two. Beaver Island is equipped with tables, a pavilion, parking, public water access, and restrooms. The park is handicap accessible and offers an open field and trails for meandering.
Please click here for more information: http://www.ci.stcloud.mn.us/Park/Website/support/beavisle.htm
For information on St. Cloud’s parks and recreation, please visit: http://www.ci.stcloud.mn.us/Park/Website/master.html
Chamber Golf Open
The Annual Chamber Golf Open is a wonderful annual event where everyone is sure to have a great time. With approximately 300 golfers in attendance, this event is arranged in a four-person scramble format. Shotgun starts signal the beginning of two rounds, usually at 8 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., each followed by lunch or dinner. Each shotgun start has three winning teams receiving prizes. The 2010 64th Annual Chamber Golf Open is Monday, August 9 at the Territory Golf Club in St. Cloud, and is presented by C & L Distributing.
For this and more information about the Chamber Golf Open, please visit: http://www.stcloudareachamber.com/getdoc/
Paramount Theatre and Visual Arts Center
Throughout the year there is always some event happening at the Paramount Theatre and Visual Arts Center. The Paramount Theatre and Visual Arts Center offers everything from live musical and theatrical performances to classic films.
Please visit their official event website to discover what wonders await you. http://www.paramountarts.org/pages/OnStage/#july
Fourth of July
The Fourth of July fireworks show is not one event to miss in St. Cloud!!! Billed as one of the largest fireworks displays anywhere in the state of Minnesota, St. Cloud’s fireworks display is synchronized with a special soundtrack. Sure to be a wonderful time for all!
Granite City Days
Granite City Days is a four day event that has something for the whole family. Granite City Days has hot air balloon rallies, a Blue Angels show, concerts, art fairs, 5 K run, a historic home tour, a canoe ride, a talent show, and much more.
Please visit the Granite City Days’ official event website. http://granitecitydays.com/
For a more complete listing of St. Cloud’s events, please visit: http://www.stcloudareachamber.com/StCloud/Events.aspx
For information about St. Cloud, visit: http://www.stcloudareachamber.com and http://www.ci.stcloud.mn.us/Default.aspx