This little gem of a park is located at, 434 NE Main Street. Just up the road from St. Anthony Main. It’s my alternative to St. Anthony Main. Perfect for a leisurely stroll along the Mississippi river. It’s 12 acres nestled between Nicollet Island and Boom Island. It was once the site of the B.F. Manufacturing company, hence the name. It’s home to the imposing statue shown here. The statue is made of Minnesota Granite and shows a pioneering family. The backside of the statue shows a Native American Chief offering a peace-pipe to Father Hennepin. Free parking, peaceful and no crowds.

When you are done with your stroll, you may want to check out Elsie’s for bowling and a bite to eat. It’s located just a few blocks away. https://www.elsies.com/