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.
Pioneer Statue
Peace-Pipe Offering
Elsie’s
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/
I was driving down Marshall Avenue today (4/26/2022) and noticed an interesting building. I past it. Then, I told myself, hey, you won’t discover something new if you don’t stop. So, of course I stopped to check it out and I’m glad I did. The food building is home to three separate business.
Bakers Field Bread
Red Table Meat
Red Table Meat Company – It’s an Italian style salumeria using local hogs to make fresh salami.
Baker’s Field Flour and Bread – Making bread from local grains.
Alemar Cheese Company – Making cheese from grass-fed Minnesota cows.
Alemar Cheese
You can actually walk through the manufacturing area and see the artisans at work and the fruits of their labor!
Kieran’s Kitchen
So, you can sample, or buy any of the goods made at the Food Building. Also there are soups and various grocery’s for purchase. Kieran’s Kitchen has a cozy old world feeling. The menu offers charcuterie boards, salads, sandwiches and pasta. There is a small bar/pub that offers some interesting cocktails. I am definitely going back with a pal. I’ll keep you updated but give it a try. https://www.foodbuilding.com/kierans-kitchen
