I love visiting here throughout the year. The Christmas season is spectacular. The FIKA restaurant…read moreis phenomenal. I just attended their Cocktails at the Castle event and it was absolutely fantastic. One of the best events I've ever been to. It was a perfect fall evening, with a magnificent full moon overhead. Beautiful music, artwork inside, fantastic food, people dressed beautifully, swing dancing, live music. Highly recommended.

He Said: Overall, nice cafe/ restaurant. I sat outside…read morebecause it was a lovely day. Totally the right call. I ate pretty lite...ordered a salad with bread. My true score would be a little under 4 stars. Prices are high--$2 for 2 slices of bread?! The wait staff were not that attentive either, but they were nice. Pros: - Nice place to check out and grab a bite. - Ample parking Cons: - Higher prices - We waited a while to have our orders taken and to get the check

If you need a good Christmas Spirit jolt, this is a good one for you…read more There's always lots of cool things to see at Norway House, but this time of the year they go out of their way to bring out the best. See all the entries to their annual gingerbread house contest (open to the public!) and take part in a very important seasonal fund raiser and membership drive for this non-profit. Historical yet whimsical, come see what all the fuss is about in this beautiful place in uptown Minneapolis!

I'm sure that the events they plan are great, but we paid $10 to see the exhibits, and they were…read moreextremely minimal and difficult to use. You had to wave your hand over part of the exhibit to get it to turn on and to navigate it, which did not really work. Our visit was a big disappointment. The website said $5 admission, but we were charged $10 to see a very small exhibit of Norwegian pottery and a few photo exhibits in the basement that didn't work as they should have. I feel like with as many Norwegians living in the Twin Cities, that the exhibits could be way more comprehensive. If you're going for an event, I'm sure you will enjoy it. If you are simply going for the exhibits, save your time and consider visiting the Swedish Institute which is far more comprehensive and well done.

Very cool venue for special events. We had an event here one evening - and the old school nature of…read morethe building is very interesting! Old exposed brick, stone, mortarwork! The upstairs rooms that overlook the main room are kind of cool and interesting! We did not use that area, but it's kind of hilarious! Hope to visit Aria again!

Aria is an amazing venue!…read more Gorgeous, first of all! We got married here this past August. All of our guests commented on the space and still do! After we booked they added more and more chandeliers, which became the centerpiece for our wedding ceremony! The people at Aria were all about trying new things and creating interesting spaces. I never met any opposition to my ideas. Just support! We ended up doing our ceremony in the round in the lobby under the gorgeous chandeliers and it was perfect! Jessica was our primary contact throughout and we loved working with her! She was very accommodating, relaxed and friendly. We live out of state and she even stayed late to let us show our family the venue during the holiday season. In fact, she was always open to let us come by and look around when we were in town. She was very flexible and helpful in making our vision happen. Plus she genuinely was excited about our ideas! I loved her laidback attitude. Even though she must be incredibly busy, she came across as relaxed which let us know she had everything under control! It was incredibly easy to talk to her! The other staff we met were fantastic too! Michelle, who we booked with was very nice, Eyob the facility manager who was so kind and friendly and Kelly, the bar manager, was very helpful meeting with us to figure out the drinks. The day of the wedding was fantastic! We loved it. Our families loved it. And our guests loved it. We couldn't have picked a better space for us! Thank you Aria, we are so happy to have our memories here! Great space, great people, great day!!!

What a great venue! I came here to see one of my favorite local bands. It was my first time in…read morehere, and boy did I enjoy myself! The acoustics are great, and there's plenty of room to stand, to dance, or to sit. It's clearly family friendly, and it was full of music lovers of all ages. You can tell that the Cedar Culture Center is really made with its community in mind. In addition to the great concert experience, I had a great time getting my beverage --they have a wonderful concessions area with a great selection of snacks and drinks, including a very respectable selection of non-alcoholic options. The people behind the counter were super nice and helpful as well. It was really easy for me to find street parking as well. I will definitely keep my eyes out for more good shows here.

My 1st time at the Cedar Cultural Center, and I was blown away with a magically beautiful evening…read moreof music with voulouse + bad posture's farewell show. The volunteers were all so kind and friendly. There were snacks, alcohol drinks, and THC drinks available during the show. Seats were unassigned with no bad spot in the entire place. I can't wait to go back for another experience!

A must see if you are in the Twin Cities and the whole region. This cultural center serves as a…read moremuseum and a community center for the nation. The gift shop has art and other products all from small businesses. Once you arrive there is a small introduction from the staff and you are allow to learn at your leisure. There is a free parking lot but you can also take a ride share, just be mindful of surge pricing.

This cultural center is a sight to behold! I love the architecture- both the exterior and interior…read moreare modern and flowing, yet so thoughtful in how it connects with the greater meaning of the Dakota people (who find symbolism in circles and cycles). The sky-light in the ceiling mirrors the tribe's logo. The lower level is specifically members-only, so if you are visiting, you will not be able to view the lower level. We discovered that there was a fun masquerade happening after-hours the day we visited; it's nice to know there is involvement all the time from community members! The upper level is where visitors can come to explore the museum and learn about this region's specific segment of the Dakota tribe and the dialect they speak. You will get to see authentic and historic pieces that were unearthed in the burial mounds right here in the Shakopee area! Wow! Also many outfits worn by men and women. Two painted murals are very impressive as well. There are many exhibits to read from and interact with, many of which also include Dakota language read aloud so you can listen along. I especially liked learning that the tribe had specific words for older and younger brothers/sisters. My favorite exhibit was the teepee lined with real buffalo skins that you could sit inside and listen to recordings of oral history stories that might've been told back in the day while pretending to be next to a warm bonfire! Very immersive. I also really liked the origin story told at the beginning of the self-guided tour; the video played in 360 degrees as well as directly above you as if you were looking up at the sky/stars. It really made it special and memorable. Another fun experience for younger visitors is the bead stringing simulation with colored wooden blocks- choose a fun pattern and assemble like a puzzle! You will also be exposed to the tragedies that befell the tribe with the invasion of European settlers and learn the harsh struggles the community had in retaining its culture during that time. Further, there are exhibits of more contemporary times as the community has been able to secure more land, grow, and look toward providing for its future generations. Really remarkable the strength and hope showcased at the end of the tour and really wraps up the experience nicely. The rate for adults/general admission is $8. Seniors, educators, and students get a discount for $5. There is an occupancy limit of fifty individuals at a time. Be sure to stop at the giftshop to purchase unique gifts that benefit the community and the artists themselves that create the crafts. You'll find lotions, balms, incense, food items, maple syrup, incredible quilts, blankets, plushies, keychains, beanies, jewelry, pins, postcards, decorative pieces, books, and more. There is also a library full of great literature to learn even more if you choose, free of charge. Honestly, if you are in the area, this place is a must-go! Wonderful experience, and the employees are very friendly and knowledgeable too.

Came to the German American Institute tofay for the Christmas in Germany event. The mansion is…read morelovely! And they some pretty decorations up for the holiday. The event itself was just okay. The focus was more on the vendors than the mansion and holiday spirit. I'd like to come back another to see what else the Institute has to offer.

Deutsche Tage (German Days) this weekend! Free music and fun! Learn to polka! Have a Paulander…read moreBier from Germany! Lots of vendors & foods available! Wunderbar!

They have small shops in here with American Indian necklaces and sculptures. they also host a lot…read moreof pow wows here which is great. This place is a big apart of the Native american culture!

Very welcoming place with welcoming people. Attended a Zumba Event here at their gym so much fun!…read moreThank you.

So I'm here in the gym on a Sunday afternoon with four guys. None of them are creepy, everyone here…read morejust does their own thing and I never feel judged. It's like an extended family, I usually bring the average age down by s decade and I am not young. Clean, the equipment is in good condition or repaired quickly, the trainers do a good job introducing the fitness center, Jennifer especially.

Great people who take care of their community. Can't say enough about this place. They really…read morehelped others during the pandemic as well.