Westminster Junction Sign, St. Paul, Minnesota
May 2017 — Westminster Junction in St. Paul, Minnesota
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Summer Freight Train with Graffiti in St. Paul
May 2017 — Freight trains rolling through St. Paul, MN.
Bridal Veil Railway Tunnel, Minneapolis–St. Paul: Graffiti and Overgrowth
May 2017 — Built in the late 19th century, this rail tunnel sits near Bridal Veil Creek between Minneapolis and St. Paul and was constructed to accommodate expanding freight and passenger service for the Great Northern and Northern Pacific rail systems. Its heavy stone block walls and reinforced concrete beams reflect early railroad engineering adapted to the region’s steep ravines and waterways. The tunnel once served as a vital connector between Minneapolis rail yards and the Midway district, supporting grain, timber, and industrial shipments. Though still active today, it carries far lighter traffic and has become known for its weathered masonry, natural overgrowth, and layers of graffiti, showing where urban infrastructure meets forgotten industrial corridors.
Freight Rail Corridor, Westminster Junction, St. Paul
May 2017 — Once part of the historic rail convergence near Westminster Junction in St. Paul, this corridor reflects the city’s long-standing role as a freight and passenger gateway for the Upper Midwest. The junction has served multiple carriers over the decades, supporting connections to Chicago, Minneapolis, and broader national rail networks. The single-track line in the foreground sits alongside a broader multi-track right-of-way, characteristic of the region’s use for heavy rail traffic, including grain, intermodal, and freight hauling. Dense summer vegetation lines the route, showing how rail corridors often double as preserved green space, even amid active infrastructure. The distant bridge marks the approach toward downtown St. Paul, where several major rail yards historically managed traffic between river, road, and rail transport.
Minikahda Club Golf Course, Minneapolis
May 2017 — Minikahda Club golf course in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Church Addition Construction on Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis
May 2017 — A tower crane outside a church where a large addition is being added on Nicollet Mall in Downtown Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Convention Center Domes and Surrounding Streets
May 2017 — Minneapolis Convention Center in Downtown Minneapolis.
Nicollet Mall Construction, Minneapolis 2017
May 2017 — Nicollet Mall under construction in downtown Minneapolis. 2017
Nicollet Mall Construction, Minneapolis: Nordstrom Rack and IDS Center
May 2017 — The middle of the multi-year construction on Nicollet Mall.
Downtown Minneapolis Skyline, US Bank Stadium from North
May 2017 — Downtown Minneapolis Skyline from the North
International Market Square, Minneapolis Design Center
May 2017 — International Market Square, Minneapolis
International Market Square, Minneapolis, Minnesota
May 2017 — International Market Square, Minneapolis
Warren E. Burger Federal Building and Courthouse, St. Paul
May 2017 — Warren E. Burger Federal Building United States Courthouse in downtown St Paul.
Northwestern National Bank Ghost Sign, Downtown St. Paul
May 2017 — A Northwestern National Bank ghost sign seen in Downtown St. Paul.
Concrete Pillars Under St. Paul Bridge During Rainstorm
May 2017 — Underneath a bridge in Saint Paul Minnesota during a rainstorm.
Minneapolis City Hall and Skyline at Blue Hour
March 2017 — City Hall in the foreground with the Minneapolis Skyline behind it.
Hotel Ivy Rooftop and Downtown Minneapolis at Night
February 2017 — Hotel Ivy in Downtown Minneapolis.
US Bank Stadium and Downtown East Minneapolis at Sunset
November 2016 — Downtown East development in Minneapolis with US Bank Stadium on the right.
Downtown East Minneapolis: US Bank Stadium and Development
November 2016 —
Lowry Bridge and Minneapolis Skyline at Night from Mississippi River
October 2016 — Lowry Bridge as seen from an island on the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Westminster Presbyterian Church Expansion, Minneapolis
October 2016 — The demolition of an 8 story office building on Nicollet Mall to make way for an expansion by Westminster Presbyterian Church.
Whipple Building Immigration Court, St. Paul, Minnesota at Sunset
July 2016 — Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in St. Paul. The building is home to the Immigration Court.
Wells Fargo Buildings, Downtown East, Minneapolis
June 2016 — Wells Fargo towers as part of the Downtown East development in Minneapolis. The area was developed around the new US Bank Stadium.
Blue Lake Wastewater Treatment Plant, Savage, Minnesota
May 2016 — Blue Lake Wastewater Treatment Plant in Savage, Minnesota.
No Trespassing Sign, Mississippi River, St. Paul
May 2016 — A sign reading "No Trespassing, US Government Property" in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Owatonna, Minnesota: Sunset Over the Straight River
May 2016 — Sunset over the water in Owatonna Minnesota in May 2016.
Owatonna Power Plant Neon Sign at Dusk
May 2016 — The Owatonna Power Plant in Owatonna, Minnesota
Paisley Park, Chanhassen, MN: Media and Mourners After Prince’s Death
April 2016 — 7 Years ago today Prince died and the international media descended upon Paisley Park. Today MN lawmakers will discuss a bill that would rename Highway 5 from Mitchell Road in Eden Prairie to Hazeltine Blvd in Chanhassen to Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway. (April 22, 2016)
First Avenue Minneapolis Crowd After Prince’s Death
April 2016 — Crowds gather outside of First Avenue in downtown Minneapolis on the evening of Prince's death.
Lowry Bridge and Riverside Generating Station, Minneapolis
April 2016 — Downtown Minneapolis as seen from Upper Harbor Terminal in North Minneapolis. Riverside Generating Station on the left.
Minneapolis Downtown East Construction April 2016
April 2016 — Downtown East construction in Downtown Minneapolis. Construction came with all the work around the new US Bank Stadium.
Abandoned ADM Grain Elevator, Dinkytown, Minneapolis
April 2016 — An abandoned ADM grain elevtor seen in Dinkytown Minneapolis.
Western Containers Building Stairwell Renovation, Minneapolis
April 2016 — The former Western Containers building in the North Loop of Minneapolis while it was being renovated.
Cathedral of Saint Paul during Red Bull Crashed Ice 2016
February 2016 — The Cathedral of Saint Paul during the 2017 Redbull Crashed Ice World Championship. February 2016.
St. Croix Crossing Bridge Construction at Dusk
February 2016 — St. Croix Crossing bridge under construction.
Wabasha Street Bridge, St. Paul, Minnesota at Night
February 2016 — Wabasha Street Bridge in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Ramsey County Jail Demolition, St. Paul
February 2016 — Demolition of the Ramsey County Jail in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Franklin Ave Bridge Construction, Minneapolis
February 2016 — Repairs being done on the Franklin Avenue bridge in Minneapolis.
Franklin Avenue Bridge Construction Work at Night, Minneapolis
February 2016 — Repairs being done on the Franklin Avenue bridge in Minneapolis.
Abandoned Ferry Boat Off Coast of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
February 2016 — Abandoned boat off the coast in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
Abandoned Russian Gift Shop, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
February 2016 — An abandoned gift shop in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
Marathon Petroleum Refinery, St. Paul Park, MN
January 2016 — Marathon Petroleum Corporation in St. Paul Park, Minnesota
ADM Grain Elevator and Harris Machinery Fire Damage, Prospect Park, Minneapolis
January 2016 — ADM Grain Elevator and Harris Machinery in the front. Harris Machinery covered in ice after a large fire gutted in the inside. Located in Prospect Park, Minneapolis.
Wabasha Street Bridge and Mississippi River at Night, St. Paul
December 2015 — The Wabasha Street Bridge in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota. The bridge is over the Mississippi River.
Burnsville Fire Department Training Facility, Minnesota
October 2015 — A firefighting training facility in Burnsville, Minnesota.
Downtown Minneapolis Buildings at Night
October 2015 — The Downtown Minneapolis core.
Prairie Correctional Facility Entrance, Appleton, Minnesota
October 2015 — Entrance to the Prairie Correctional Facility in Appleton, Minnesota. The 1,600 bed facility that's been closed since 2010 has been mentioned in plans by the federal government to be used as a ICE detention facility.
Razor Wire at Prairie Correctional Facility, Appleton, MN
October 2015 — Security fencing around the Prairie Correctional Facility in Appleton, Minnesota. The 1,600 bed facility that's been closed since 2010 has been mentioned in plans by the federal government to be used as a ICE detention facility.
Prairie Correctional Facility, Appleton, Minnesota
October 2015 — The Prairie Correctional Facility in Appleton, Minnesota. The 1,600 bed prison has been closed since 2010.
Xcel Energy Center, Home of Minnesota Wild, Downtown St. Paul
September 2015 — The Xcel Energy Center in Downtown St. Paul. In 2025, it was renamed Grand Casino Arena. It's the home of the Minnesota Wild.
3M Cottage Grove
August 2015 — 3M manufacturing facility in Cottage Grove, Minnesota.
3M Manufacturing Plant, Cottage Grove, Minnesota
August 2015 — 3M plant in Cottage Grove, Minnesota.
3M Manufacturing Plant, Cottage Grove, Minnesota
August 2015 — 3M plant in Cottage Grove, Minnesota.
Capella Tower and Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis
August 2015 — The Capella Tower in Downtown Minneapolis. The Hennepin County Government Center on the right.
Star Tribune Building Demolition, Minneapolis 2015
August 2015 — Demolition of the Star Tribune building in downtown Minneapolis. The building was razed to make room for construction of US Bank Stadium and the nearby area.
Polymet Mining Company/Glencore mine in Hoyt Lakes
August 2015 — Polymet Mining/Glencore copper mine in Hoyt Lakes Minnesota.
Solar Panels on Jerry Haef Ramp, Downtown Minneapolis
July 2015 —
Solar Panels on Minneapolis Rooftop with Downtown Buildings
July 2015 — Solar panels on a rooftop in downtown Minneapolis.
Wells Fargo Towers Construction in Downtown East, Minneapolis
July 2015 — Construction of the Wells Fargo towers in Downtown East in Minneapolis, July 2015.
901 Marquette, IDS Center, Foshay Tower, Minneapolis
July 2015 — Chicago Architecture and Lake Michigan
US Bank Stadium Steel Frame Construction, Minneapolis
July 2015 — U.S. Bank Stadium, home of the Minnesota Vikings, began construction in December 2013 on the site of the former Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in downtown Minneapolis. The stadium’s steel skeleton, seen here during its mid-construction phase, showcases the dramatic angular geometry that defines its final form — a nod to both Nordic shipbuilding and Minnesota’s icy winter landscapes. The project, designed by HKS Architects and constructed by Mortenson, features over 19,000 tons of structural steel and spans 1.75 million square feet. Its transparent ETFE roof panels and vast steel trusses were among the most complex structural assemblies ever attempted in a U.S. stadium build. Completed in 2016, the $1.1 billion stadium remains one of the most technically ambitious indoor venues in North America, notable for its fixed-roof design, massive glass curtain walls, and precision-engineered support cranes like the red lattice boom seen here — used to hoist the roof trusses into place during overnight construction sessions.
Valleyfair Amusement Park, Shakopee, Minnesota
July 2015 — Valleyfair amusement park in Shakopee, Minnesota. The amusement park owned by Cedar Fair opened in 1976.
Abandoned School in Crystal Springs North Dakota
July 2015 — An abandoned schoolhouse in Crystal Springs, North Dakota.
Fergus Falls Regional Treatment Center, Minnesota
July 2015 — Fergus Falls Regional Treatment Center in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
Fergus Falls Regional Treatment Center, Kirkbride Building
July 2015 — The Fergus Falls Regional Treatment Center in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
Fergus Falls Regional Treatment Center, Minnesota
July 2015 — The Fergus Falls Regional Treatment Center in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
Charbonneau, North Dakota Abandoned Grain Elevator
July 2015 — Charbonneau, North Dakota Ghost Town
Demolished West Publishing Building, Downtown St. Paul
June 2015 — The now demolished West Publishing building in downtown St. Paul as seen in 2015.
Xcel Energy District Energy Plant, St. Paul, Minnesota
June 2015 — District Energy in St. Paul Minnesota near the Mississippi River.
St. Louis River Rapids, Jay Cooke State Park, Minnesota
June 2015 — St. Louis River at Jay Cooke State Park in June 2015.
Jay Cooke State Park Suspension Bridge Over St. Louis River
June 2015 — Suspension bridge in Jay Cooke State Park over the St. Louis River.
Minneapolis City Hall and Downtown Buildings at Sunset
June 2015 — Minneapolis City Hall in downtown Minneapolis.
Optum Headquarters Complex, Eden Prairie, MN
June 2015 — Optum corporate headquarters located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.
Saint Paul Downtown Skyline from Mississippi River at Dusk
June 2015 — Downtown Saint Paul as seen from across the Mississippi River.
St. Paul Downtown and Mississippi River at Dusk with Crane
June 2015 — Downtown Saint Paul as seen from across the Mississippi River.
Temple of Eck, Chanhassen, Minnesota
May 2015 — The Temple of Eck is the center of the Eckankar faith in the United States. It was built at a cost of $8.2 million. The building was completed in Chanhassen, Minnesota in 1990. It is located near Lake Ann on about 174 acres (70 ha) of land which the church bought in 1985.
Ardent Mills and Vermillion Falls, Hastings, MN
May 2015 — The Ardent Mills facility in Hastings, MN was the first operating mill in Minnesota. Per the company, the purifier, patent barrel and graham flour were invented here.
Ardent Mills and Vermillion Falls, Hastings, MN
May 2015 — The Ardent Mills facility in Hastings, MN was the first operating mill in Minnesota. Per the company, the purifier, patent barrel and graham flour were invented here.
Ardent Mills Facility, Hastings, Minnesota
May 2015 — The Ardent Mills facility in Hastings, MN was the first operating mill in Minnesota. Per the company, the purifier, patent barrel and graham flour were invented here.
Minneapolis: Keep Back 500 FT Turbulent Water Sign
May 2015 — Sign reading "Keep Back 500 FT Turbulent Water" seen on the Mississippi River in Downtown Minneapolis.
US Bank Stadium going up in Downtown Minneapolis
May 2015 — Downtown Minneapolis while US Bank Stadium was being built.
Father Hennepin Bluff Park, Minneapolis: Winter Dusk with Graffiti Blocks
March 2015 — Snow in Father Hennepin Bluff Park in Northeast Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Downtown Skyline at Blue Hour Over Mississippi River
March 2015 — Downtown Minneapolis behind the Mississippi River during blue hour.
Minneapolis Grain Exchange Skyway at Night
January 2015 — Small skyways at the Minneapolis Grain Exchange in downtown Minneapolis.
Wells Fargo Towers Construction, Downtown East Minneapolis
January 2015 — The construction of the Wells Fargo towers in Downtown East.
Fort Snelling Buildings in Winter Snow, Minneapolis
January 2015 — Buildings at Fort Snelling in Minneapolis.
Fort Snelling Buildings in Winter Snow
January 2015 — Winter at Fort Snelling in Minneapolis.
Canadian Pacific Holiday Train, Minneapolis, MN 2014
December 2014 — The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train rolling through Minneapolis, MN.
Nic On Fifth Apartment Building, Downtown Minneapolis
October 2014 — Nic On Fifth in downtown Minneapolis.
Crystal Court and IDS Center, Downtown Minneapolis at Night
October 2014 — The IDS center and Crystal Court in Downtown Minneapolis.
I-35W Bridge Illuminated Red in Downtown Minneapolis
October 2014 — The I-35W bridge in Downtown Minneapolis. The bridge is regularly lit up for different occasions.
Demolished Parking Garage, Downtown Minneapolis
October 2014 — Looking down from what was a parking garage before it was demolished to make way for the Minneapolis Public Service Center.
Minneapolis Mississippi River Island Camping at Night
September 2014 — Urban island camping in Minneapolis on the Mississippi River.
Minneapolis Aquatennial Fireworks over Mississippi River
July 2014 — Crowds gather near the Mississippi River in Downtown Minneapolis during the annual Aquatennial fireworks.
Minneapolis Downtown Skyline at Dusk 2017
July 2014 — Downtown Minneapolis Skyline during Sunset 2017
Independent Elevator, Glencoe, Minnesota
July 2014 — Independent Elevator in Glencoe, Minnesota.
Glencoe Municipal Electric Plant Fuel Tanks
July 2014 — Municipal Electric Plant, Glencoe, Minnesota
Glencoe Municipal Electric Plant, Minnesota
July 2014 — Municipal Electric Plant in Glencoe, Minnesota
Restricted Area Sign, Fort Snelling near MSP Airport
June 2014 — A "Restricted Area" sign in Fort Snelling nearing the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Minneapolis I-394 and I-94 Interchange at Dusk
June 2014 — Interstates 394 and 94 as seen from a Downtown Minneapolis rooftop.
Pillsbury A Mill Redevelopment, Downtown Minneapolis
June 2014 — Re-development of the Pillsbury A mill in downtown Minneapolis.
ADM Grain Elevator with United Crushers Graffiti, Dinkytown Minneapolis
June 2014 — ADM Grain Elevator in Dinkytown Minneapolis with United Crushers graffiti on the side.
Minnesota River Vista, Eden Prairie
May 2014 — The Minnesota River in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.
US Bank Building and Downtown St. Paul at Night
May 2014 — US Bank Building and others in Downtown St. Paul Minnesota.
Minneapolis Convention Center and Marquette Ave
May 2014 — Minneapolis Convention Center in Downtown Minneapolis.
Downtown Minneapolis Skyline with Millennium Hotel Dome at Night
May 2014 — Downtown Minneapolis with the Millennium Hotel dome in the bottom right.
Downtown Minneapolis Skyline and Nicollet Mall
May 2014 — Downtown Minneapolis as seen from Nicollet Mall.
Downtown Minneapolis Skyline with IDS Center and Hilton
May 2014 — The view from the Millennium Hotel in Downtown Minneapolis. It's probably one of my favorite views of downtown.
Downtown Minneapolis Skyline from Millennium Hotel
May 2014 — View of Downtown Minneapolis as seen from the Millennium Hotel on Nicollet Mall.
MaltOne Grain Elevator and Rail Yard, Minneapolis
May 2014 — MaltOne Elevator, Minneapolis
Downtown Minneapolis: S 8th Street and TCF Bank Building
May 2014 — Downtown Minneapolis looking towards the former TCF Bank Building.
Gold Medal Flour Sign on Washburn Mill, Minneapolis
May 2014 — The old Washburn Mill in downtown Minneapolis, part of the Mill City Museum.
Demolition of Star Tribune Building, Downtown Minneapolis
April 2014 — Demolition of the Star Tribune building in downtown Minneapolis.
St. Paul Sandstone Bluff Overlooking Foggy Mississippi River
April 2014 — The sandstone bluffs of St. Paul, Minnesota with a foggy Mississippi River.
Star Tribune Buildings, Downtown Minneapolis, April 2014
April 2014 — Looking down South 4th Street in downtown Minneapolis in April 2014. The Star Tribune buildings in the foreground were demolished to make way for the Downtown East development that came as part of the new US Bank Stadium (Minnesota Vikings).
Chicago River and Wacker Drive with Loews Hotel Construction
March 2014 — The Chicago River and Wacker Drive in Chicago Illinois. Loews Hotel under construction.
Downtown Minneapolis from Marquette Ave, March 2014
March 2014 — Downtown Minneapolis as seen from Marquette Ave in March 2014.
Minneapolis Armory: Pre-Renovation Interior View
February 2014 — The Armory in downtown Minneapolis prior to being renovated into a concert venue.
The Armory Rooftop, Minneapolis, March 2014
February 2014 — The Armory in Downtown Minneapolis prior to renovation into a concert venue.
Buckstaff Furniture Factory, Oshkosh, Wisconsin in Winter
December 2013 — The former buckstaff furniture factory.