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Stillwater preserves its industrial past through the Joseph Wolf Brewery museum and the Washington County Courthouse, featuring archival records and original office interiors from the early 20th century. The St. Croix Crossing bridge, completed in 2017, replaced the aging Stillwater Bridge, improving regional connectivity between Minnesota and Wisconsin.

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St. Croix Crossing Bridge over the St. Croix River between Oak Park Heights, Minnesota, and St. Joseph, Wisconsin — 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.

St. Croix Crossing bridge under construction over the St. Croix River in Stillwater, Minnesota. — St. Croix Crossing bridge construction in Stillwater, Minnesota, continues over the St. Croix River. The new span is being built to replace the older Stillwater Lift Bridge as a cross-river transportation link between Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Stillwater ward records from 1903 to 1909 are stored at the Washington County Courthouse in Stillwater, Minnesota. The collection includes materials from the City of Stillwater and surrounding townships, organized in protective cloth wrappings on shelving. Bound volumes are stored alongside the wrapped records as part of the courthouse archive.

Washington County Courthouse records room in Stillwater, Minnesota, with archival file cabinets and court records. — Washington County Courthouse records room in Stillwater, Minnesota. The room stores court and county records, including marriage, birth, and driver’s license files. Archival cabinets and shelving organize the records in the courthouse basement.

Washington County Courthouse office interior in Stillwater, Minnesota, with historic furnishings and stone walls. — Washington County Courthouse in Stillwater, Minnesota, interior office space. The room is part of the courthouse complex and contains period office furnishings, including desks, chairs, typewriters, and filing equipment. Stone walls, arched ceiling vaults, and exposed service lines characterize the historic lower-level space.

Wrigley's Spearmint mural on a brick building in downtown Stillwater, Minnesota. — Wrigley's Spearmint mural in downtown Stillwater, Minnesota. The painted advertisement on a brick building promotes Wrigley’s Spearmint gum and includes the “Purity Package” graphic and the line “The Flavor Lasts After Every Meal.” It remains next to The Chef’s Gallery storefront on Main Street.

Joseph Wolf Brewery sign in Stillwater, Minnesota, marking a historical site and museum. — Joseph Wolf Brewery in Stillwater, Minnesota, is marked by a sign identifying it as a historical site, museum, and tour location. The site preserves the legacy of the Joseph Wolf Brewing Company in the city’s brewing history.

Globe and chess set inside a Stillwater, Minnesota bookstore. — A globe and chess set are displayed on a table inside a bookstore in Stillwater, Minnesota. Bookshelves line the room, creating a retail setting centered on books and related objects.

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