Loop Back: Where The Burlesque Dancers Stayed
Runyons has been a popular spot to get drinks and chicken wings since 1983 at 107 North Washington. But more than a century ago, the same space was being used...
Historic North Loop
Loop Back: Making Coffee
Built in 1885, the building at 212 North 2nd Street is now home to shops, apartments and an award-winning restaurant. But in its early years, it helped one pair of...
Loop Back: Creamette’s Beginnings in the North Loop
Built in 1896, the facility at 428 North 1st Street was originally a farm implement warehouse for the Champion Company's line of binders, mowers and reapers. [caption id="attachment_9263" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Champion...
Remnants Of The Past: North Loop’s Historic Water Towers
A century ago, as our warehouses and factories were in full production, the city of Minneapolis didn't have water pressure strong enough to handle the plumbing and fire suppression needs...
Loop Back: Meatpacking Plant On Washington
While shoppers in recent years have visited 211 North Washington for things like skirts and sweaters, it was all about steaks, spare ribs and other cuts of meat at this...