Duluth Children's Museum: Blending science and art, the Duluth Children's Museum is a place where children and families can learn about the cultures of the world. For information about exhibits, location and hours of operation, please visit www.duluthchildrensmuseum.org/

Glensheen (Duluth): Experience the magnificence of a bygone era as you tour this spectacular home along Duluth's famous North Shore Drive. The historic Congdon estate is a 39-room mansion containing nearly all of the same furnishings and decor that graced the rooms when the estate was completed in 1908. For hours and directions, visit www.d.umn.edu/glen/

Great Lakes Aquarium (Duluth): The magnificent Great Lakes Aquarium in central Duluth is home to a variety of species found in this region. Additional exhibits showcase animals from both freshwater and marine habitats around the world. The Great Lakes Aquarium presents a perfect opportunity to learn more about this area's unique and diverse ecosystem. For hours and directions, call 218-740-3474, or visit the aquarium online at http://www.glaquarium.org/.

Minnesota Discovery Center: Located in Chisholm, on the edge of the Glen mine, Minnesota Discovery Center collects, preserves and interprets the history of Minnesota's Iron Ranges. Explore history and heritage exhibits, ride a vintage trolley to a former mining location, marvel at spectacular mine views, or acquaint yourself with the local history and genealogy collections of the Iron Range Research Center. For hours and directions, call 800-372-6437 or visit www.mndiscoverycenter.com.

World's Largest Authentic Hockey Stick: Located in Eveleth, measuring 107 feet and weighing over three tons, the Christian Brothers authentic hockey stick is the largest in the world! This is a must-see for anyone who has ever played hockey. The stick was renovated and was completed in the summer of 2002. For directions and hours of operation, call 218-741-2717.

International Wolf Center: Located in Ely, at the gateway to the famous Boundary Waters Canoe Area, this multi-million-dollar interpretive facility teaches visitors about the natural history of wolves through its resident wolf pack. Visitors can also go on evening howling expeditions or hike to a beaver den. Presentations, family day programs and other adventures round out a visit to the International Wolf Center. For hours and directions, call 218-365-4695 or visit online at www.wolf.org.

Lake Superior Zoological Gardens (Duluth): First founded in 1923, today Duluth's Lake Superior Zoological Garden encompasses hundreds of acres and presents animals from around the world in beautiful, naturalistic habitats. For directions and hours of operation, call 218-730-4900, or visit online at www.lszoo.org/.

OMNIMAX® Theater (Duluth): Showcasing 270 spacious, comfortable seats with unobstructed views, Duluth's OMNIMAX theater engulfs audiences in a stunning multi-sensory film experience. A perfect year-round attraction, this destination theater features some of the most breathtaking films made to date. For more show times and features, call 218-727-0022.

Paulucci Space Museum: Recline comfortably and explore the night sky inside this magnificent planetarium, or watch a stunning large-format IMAX movie on the 40-foot dome. Located in Hibbing, The Paulucci Space Museum is an ideal addition to an exciting day-trip for families. For more information, call 218-262-6720, or learn more online at www.spacetheatre.mnscu.edu/.

Soudan Underground Mines State Park: Part of the Minnesota State Parks system, the Soudan Mines State Park in Tower, Minn. introduces visitors to life inside an iron-ore mine. Visitors wear hard hats and journey down 2,341 feet via a "cage," and are then transported by rail car for a ride back into the mine. Above ground, visitors can view one of the deepest open-mine pits in Minnesota, or hike the trails in the park through a northern hardwood conifer forest. For more information, visit www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/soudan_underground_mine/index.html.

U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame: Dedicated to showcasing all levels of the sport, the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame offers entertaining displays and memorabilia for visitors of all ages. At the Theatre of Hockey Highlights, visitors can re-live the U.S.'s 1980 Olympic victory over Russia, the "Miracle on Ice." From the Great Wall of Fame to the Gallery of Hockey Art and historic exhibits, this is a "must-see" for anyone interested in hockey. For more information, call 800-443-7825, or visit the museum online at www.ushockeyhall.com/.