Last night’s snow was sliding off Mill City Museum as I walked in search of splashes of color.
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Northern Pacific Bridge Number 9
Posted Northern Pacific Bridge Number 9.
Northern Pacific Bridge Number 9
Northern Pacific Bridge Number 9 is one of the “lesser” bridges connecting the east and west sides of Minneapolis across the Mississippi. The bridge is significant for its configuration as a deck truss, which is a rare truss type in [Minnesota], and innovative reuse of 1885 pin-connected deck truss spans that were reinforced in 1922…… Continue reading Northern Pacific Bridge Number 9
A Beautiful Restoration
Workers were still screwing down the decking as we walked to an island in the Mississippi close to downtown Minneapolis. The bridge had been closed for several months for a thorough restoration. With its reopening, I get back my running route.
Ice Cream Tubs with RFID Tags
Popped next door to Izzy’s for a treat. Their ice cream tubs have RFID tags, so I can check here to see what is being scooped right now.
Meticulous Graffiti
Looked between railroad hopper cars. Meticulously sprayed graffiti contributed a splash of blue.
3 Days in LA Using Public Transit
Posted Snapshots: 3 Days in LA Using Public Transit.
Snapshots: 3 Days in LA Using Mass Transit
Last week we made a short visit to Los Angeles where we cycled, hiked, explored, and saw a show. We got around entirely by public transport. For such a car-centric city, Los Angeles has a fairly decent system of buses and trains. Many points of interest can be reached by public transport. Detail from LA Metro…… Continue reading Snapshots: 3 Days in LA Using Mass Transit
Running on Snow
Ran on snow.
Walt Disney Concert Hall
Explored lovely spaces in downtown Los Angeles, including the Blue Ribbon Garden at the Walt Disney Concert Hall.