AIA Guide to the Twin Cities : The Essential Source on the Architecture of Minneapolis and St. Paul by Millett, Larry - 2007

Minneapolis: Minnesota Historical Press, 2007. Paperback. New/No d/j as Published. Type: Book Get ready to discover the great architectural Mecca that is Minneapolis and St. Paul. The first comprehensive, illustrated handbook of its kind, "AIA Guide to the Twin Cities" is the ultimate source to the architectural riches of the metropolitan area. Organised by neighbourhood and featuring a wealth of sites - from the highest point on the Minneapolis skyline to the modest St. Paul bungalow vibrant with historical and architectural significance - this invaluable reference has it all: illuminating entries for more than 3,000 buildings; behind-the-scenes details of the structures and their architects; lively information about local history and regional styles; highlights of important buildings nearly lost in time; sixty easy-to-read maps that pinpoint the location of every structure; dozens of planned walking and driving tours; and, over 1,000 photos that illustrate significant buildings and features. Retired Pioneer Press architecture critic Larry Millett has spent more than two decades researching and exploring the architectural heritage of the Twin Cities. Millett's "AIA Guide to the Twin Cities" is your ticket to the best tour in town.666pp.