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This is so much more than just Tiny Tim. There are over 100 bands and names on the walls. It's a great tribute to musicians, and a must see!
[Tania, 06/17/2023]Tiny Tim's Star, and Others:RoadsideAmerica.com Team Field Report
- Address:
- 761 N. 1st Ave., Minneapolis, MN
- Directions:
- Tiny Tim's star is along an outside wall, at eye level, on the east side of S. 1st Ave., about fifty yards south of its intersection with N. 7th St.
Easy on street parking. Nice little neighborhood tribute to Prince.
[Steve Braun, 06/16/2023]Purple Prince Guitar:- Address:
- E 32nd St, Minneapolis, MN
- Directions:
- 2 mi. south of I94/35W, E 32nd St at s 17th Ave. Powderhorn Park neighborhood.
It is on Google Maps as Thom the Elf. Great view from the front door.
[Annmarie, 06/16/2023]The Elf Tree:- Address:
- Lake Harriet Drive, Minneapolis, MN
- Directions:
- Take S. Penn Ave. to Lake Harriet Drive, turn right and park as close to Penn as you can. Cross Lake Harriet Drive and walk down the stairs to the lakeshore park itself. Turn left on the path and go past where Queen is, look on your left, the tree is within about 200 ft. between the bike path and walking path just to the east of the Queen stairs.
- Hours:
- Park hours, dawn to dusk. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Minneapolis, Minnesota - Purple Prince Guitar
This is in the middle of a small traffic circle. Its a slow neighborhood so it's easy to park and take pictures. The only disadvantage is that there are traffic signs in front.
[Tania, 06/03/2023] - Minneapolis, Minnesota - Witch Hat Water Tower
This tower, just a short distance from the University of Minnesota, was the inspiration for the song "All Along the Watchtower," written by a young university student, Robert Zimmerman, later called Bob Dylan. The song was also covered by Jimi Hendrix.
[Jon Howe, 04/28/2023]Witch Hat Water Tower:- Address:
- 55 Malcolm Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN
- Directions:
- Tower Hill Park, off University Ave SE at Clarence Ave SE.
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Musicians who didn't drop dead in Minneapolis.