Minnesota History

Immigrants always welcome
The east end of University Ave. reflects the rich cultural diversity of the people who live and work here, and give this section of the avenue its distinct character. This area is the most ethnically diverse and fastest-growing neighborhood in the city of St. Paul.
The car culture
The automobile still rules on University Ave., but it may one day have to share the street with trains -- yet again.
The view from Prospect Park
The people along University Ave. in St. Paul and Minneapolis were told 25 years ago there was a light rail line in their future. Now with state bonding approved, the Central Corridor line is a step closer to reality. We visited the Prospect Park neighborhood to see how residents there view the project.
An entertainment destination
St. Paul's University Ave. has a history as an entertainment destination and a gathering place that changes with the times.
After hundreds of miles, e-mails and eager people Ann Reed's quest to write a new song for Minnesota is over. Or is it? On May 3, 2008 Ann got together some of her favorite musicians to present a concert that was the culmination of the tour.
Exploring Dylan's home on the Range
In honor of the 67th birthday of its most famous former resident, Hibbing celebrates "Dylan Days" this weekend. One of the people who will be in Hibbing for the festivities is writer Toby Thompson, author of "Positively Main Street."
Minnesota's forests played a role in history
Minnesota's Forest History Center offers a glimpse back at a time when lumberjacks lived deep in the north woods, carving a future from the trees. Listen to an audio postcard as second graders learn about lumberjack life.
More than 25 historic aircraft will soar over the State Capitol this weekend to mark Minnesota's 150th anniversary as a state. It ends a week of events commemorating Minnesota's sesquicentennial. Morning Edition arts commentator Dominic Paptola has been unimpressed with the celebration.