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Sometimes a closed highway is the only way to find the hidden gems of the Midwest. Why Northfield?

The Great American Road Trip II - 6 - Big Utensils, Little Flavor 125018

Road trips are rarely about the destination; they are about the oddities you find when the Interstate closes and you're forced onto the scenic route. That is exactly what happened during this leg of the "Great American Road Trip II". The Unexpected Detour Sometimes a closed highway is the only way

What was supposed to be a quick 30-minute drive from Minneapolis turned into a nearly hour-long trek after a section of the Interstate was shut down. This detour led to , a charming college town known for being the home of crosstown rivals Carleton College and St. Olaf College . Quirky Roadside Attractions That is exactly what happened during this leg

Below is a blog-style overview based on that specific journey. The Great American Road Trip: Big Utensils, Little Flavor