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Spring Spectacular

The Thorn

SPRING SPECTACULAR
DAY ONE
Start your tour at the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Take a self-guided tour and discover the main spring flowers and exotic plants, including, the Tropical Encounters Exhibit. After you "smell the roses", you are in for a treat when you arrive at Custom Chocolates. Enjoy free samples as you shop. Next, check into a Roseville hotel and enjoy dinner at a nearby restaurant and depart for North Heights Lutheran Church to see The Thorn, a memorable production of the Easter Story.

DAY TWO
Following breakfast, depart for the Cathedral of Saint Paul. The Cathedral was placed on the National Register of Historical buildings in 1974 and is an example of classical Renaissance architecture, truly a treasure not to miss. After your tour depart for the American Swedish Institute. Come catch a glimpse of life on glamorous Park Avenue--the "Golden Mile" of Minneapolis during the turn of the last century! Also enjoy an authentic Swedish Smorgasbord! Next, depart for the Northern Clay Center, a fun way to learn about the process of making ceramic art and the techniques and equipment used to make pottery. This evening enjoy a theater performance at one of our popular venues, including Chanhassen Dinner Theaters, Plymouth Playhouse or the Ordway.

DAY THREE
Enjoy breakfast and check-out. Before you depart, your group will receive a complimentary farewell rose from the Roseville Visitors Association. Next, depart for the Ukrainian Gift Shop in Roseville, which is home to the world's largest source of Pysanky (Ukrainian Easter eggs) & Pysanky supplies. You will witness a demonstration of the making of Pysanky's and have time to shop in the gift shop. From there, you'll Explore Minnesota at the Minnesota History Center. Walk through the museum which features various exhibits and multimedia presentations. Enjoy lunch at Cafe Minnesota and depart for home.



For more itinerary suggestions or planning assistance, call Carrie Donovan toll free at (877) 980-3002 or via email at cdonovan@visitroseville.com.