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The St. Croix Crossing bridge connects Minnesota and Wisconsin over the St. Croix River, carrying Highway 36 and Highway 64.
The St. Croix Crossing, an extradosed bridge, connects Oak Park Heights, Minnesota, and St. Joseph, Wisconsin, across the St. Croix River. Completed in 2017, it replaced an aging bridge and significantly improved traffic flow by carrying Minnesota State Highway 36 and Wisconsin State Highway 64. The structure features four lanes of traffic and a dedicated bike and pedestrian path on its north side, enhancing connectivity and accessibility between the two states.
Construction of the St. Croix Crossing bridge over the St. Croix River at dusk, connecting Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Construction of the St. Croix Crossing bridge, a vital transportation link between Minnesota and Wisconsin, is underway over the St. Croix River. The bridge is designed to replace the aging Stillwater Bridge and alleviate traffic congestion in the region. Its construction, which began in 2013, involves significant engineering challenges due to the river's width and depth. The project aims to improve cross-river travel and enhance regional connectivity.
Archival records from Stillwater, Minnesota, and surrounding towns, 1903-1909, are stored in protective bags on shelving units alongside bound volumes.
Archival materials from Stillwater, Minnesota, dating from 1903 to 1909, are stored in protective cloth bags on shelving units. These records, likely pertaining to municipal or county affairs, are organized by town and ward, indicating their administrative purpose. The collection includes materials from the City of Stillwater and the Town of Stillwater, as well as the Town of Oakdale and the Town of Oneka, suggesting a regional scope for these historical documents. Adjacent to the bagged records are bound volumes, possibly ledgers or official reports, further illustrating the administrative history of the area.
Washington County Courthouse records room in Stillwater, MN, with archival cabinets and a sign for the District Court Room on the second floor.
The records room of the Washington County Courthouse in Stillwater, Minnesota, houses vital documents such as marriage and birth records, as well as drivers' licenses. The room features extensive archival storage, including tall cabinets with numerous drawers and a large shelving unit, designed to preserve historical and legal information. A sign indicates that the District Court Room is located on the second floor, highlighting the administrative functions historically managed within this building. The presence of a ladder and a rake suggests ongoing maintenance or organization of these important archives.
Interior of Washington County Courthouse, Stillwater, MN, showing a historical exhibit with vintage typewriters and desks in a stone-walled room with exposed piping.
This image shows an interior view of the Washington County Courthouse in Stillwater, Minnesota. The room features stone walls, a barrel-vaulted ceiling, and exposed piping, suggesting it may be a basement or utility area. Furnishings include vintage typewriters and desks, indicating a historical exhibit or preserved office space. The Washington County Courthouse, originally built in 1870 and expanded in 1928, has served as the center of county government and judicial proceedings for over a century.
A vintage Wrigley's Spearmint gum advertisement mural on a brick building in downtown Stillwater, MN, next to The Chef's Gallery.
A vintage mural advertising Wrigley's Spearmint gum is preserved on a brick building in downtown Stillwater, Minnesota. The advertisement, featuring the brand's "Purity Package" and slogan "The Flavor Lasts After Every Meal," likely dates from the mid-20th century, a period when such painted advertisements were common on urban storefronts. The mural is located adjacent to "The Chef's Gallery," a retail establishment specializing in cookware, visible through its display window.
Joseph Wolf Brewery, a historical site in Stillwater, MN, offers tours and museum exhibits, preserving the region's brewing heritage.
The Joseph Wolf Brewery in Stillwater, Minnesota, is a preserved historical site dedicated to the region's brewing past. Founded by Joseph Wolf, the brewery was a prominent industrial establishment in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, the site functions as a museum, offering tours and exhibits that highlight its historical significance. Signage clearly marks its designation as a historical site and its current role as a museum and tour destination.
A globe and a chess set sit on a wooden table in a Stillwater, MN bookstore, surrounded by bookshelves.
A globe and a chess set are displayed on a wooden table in a Stillwater, Minnesota bookstore. The presence of these items, alongside extensive bookshelves, suggests a space dedicated to learning, intellectual pursuits, and perhaps a curated selection of literature. Globes served as important educational tools for understanding geography and global affairs, while chess has long been recognized as a game of strategy and intellect, often found in environments that foster contemplation and study.

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