Yesterday the National Trust for Historic Preservation named Red Wing, Minn., one of its 2008 Dozen Distinctive Destinations. For the past eight years, the organization has selected communities across the United States that offer cultural and recreational experiences different from the typical vacation destination.
Red Wing boasts 25 listings on the National Register of Historical Places, and includes treasures such as the St. James Hotel, the Sheldon Theatre and other neighborhood gems. Quoted in a press release:
"This is a city that knows history matters," says Richard Moe, president of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. "With its historic river charm, Red Wing, Minnesota has sensitively preserved its heritage and natural resources to create a thriving and vital community that has much to offer residents and visitors alike."
Some of the other communities included on the "Dozen" list: Aiken, S.C.; Apalachicola, Fla.; Portland, Ore; and Wilmington, N.C.
(Photo Credit: Jon Loye)
--Amanda Fretheim Gates
Associate Editor
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