Minneapolis Aquatennial Fireworks over Mississippi River

Minneapolis Aquatennial fireworks over the Mississippi River, with crowds on the Stone Arch Bridge and riverbanks.
The Minneapolis Aquatennial fireworks illuminate the night sky over the Mississippi River, with crowds gathered along its banks and on the Stone Arch Bridge. The Aquatennial, a summer festival established in 1941, celebrates Minneapolis and its connection to the river. The Stone Arch Bridge, originally built in 1883 for the Great Northern Railway, now serves as a pedestrian walkway and offers prime viewing for the annual event. The surrounding downtown area, including historic industrial buildings like the Gold Medal Flour facility, forms the backdrop for this significant civic celebration.
Photo taken in July 2014.
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