Lisa Havelka 2021-12-16 06:23:34
SPAM, the most famous brand produced by Austin, Minnesota-based Hormel Foods, is a household name around the world. This year marks the 85th anniversary of SPAM, and there are sure to be some SPAMtastic surprises to mark the occasion. Learn about the beloved product’s history and taste SPAM for yourself at its namesake museum. Located in charming downtown Austin, the SPAM Museum features a variety of exhibits (among them a handful of interactive ones for the whole family) that showcase SPAM’s enduring culinary infl uence around the world. Exhibit topics range from how SPAM packaging has evolved over the years to its role in winning World War II. “SPAMbassadors” meander through the museum, greeting visitors with tasty “SPAMples”–lightly pan-fried cubes of SPAM served on pretzel-rod skewers. These tasty treats come in hard-to-fi nd fl avors you may not have tried before, some of which are available for purchase in the gift shop, along with SPAM-themed gifts and memorabilia. EXPLORE MORE MUSEUMS Discover other fascinating Minnesota museums. ExploreMinnesota.com/Museums MORE TO SEE AND DO IN AUSTIN BIKING: Explore 15 miles of trails in the city or pedal the Shooting Star State Trail, which connects Austin to Lake Louise State Park in LeRoy. NATURE: At the 500-acre Jay C. Hormel Nature Center, hike, ski or snowshoe 10 miles of trails; paddle Dobbins Creek in a rented canoe or kayak; see live animals in the interpretive center; and view the night sky through a 16-inch reflector telescope in the Sola Fide Observatory. BURGERS AND BBQ: Savor a secret-recipe burger at the Tendermaid Sandwich Shop or try the lip-smackin’ hickory-smoked ribs at Piggy Blue’s Bar-B-Que. ARCHITECTURE: Attend a play or concert at the Historic Paramount Theatre and stay overnight in the exquisite Elam House, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. MORE #ONLYINMN All kinds of kid-friendly activities await your family in Southern Minnesota.
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