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Bamidji, Minnesota

Bemidji is a historically charming, progressive and beautiful north woods city to visit and is home to 12,073 persons. Bemidji offers the finest selection of shopping as well as the best in education, recreation, medical care and government services. Bemidji is an Ojibwe word "Bay-may-ji-ga-maug" meaning "lake with cross waters" referring to the Mississippi River which crosses Lake Bemidji. Bemidji is a "golden city" along the river's bank, only miles from where the mighty Mississippi River begins its 2,552 mile journey to New Orleans and the Gulf of Mexico, a city at the center of the legends of Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox. No visit to Bemidji is complete without a visit to the Tourist Information Center located on the shores of Lake Bemidji. Here stand the famous statues of Paul and Babe. These statues were constructed in 1937 to portray the legendary lumberjack Paul Bunyan and his pet ox Babe. Also, the Bemidji's Sculpture Walk starts at the Tourist Information Center and is a must for visitors and residents to enjoy. Bemidji a great place to live, visit and do business. Visitors to Bemidji have a variety of activities from which to choose. Stay one day or stay one month - the variety of activities will keep you busy! Without leaving the City you could: catch a lunker in the morning, enjoy a fine meal at one of our many eateries, then take in a movie or a theater performance at the Paul Bunyan Playhouse to complete your day! Or venture outside the City to explore the miles of trails winding through the forest - hiking, biking, walking, snowmobiling, groomed or ungroomed trails - the great outdoors awaits you. Bemidji sits within a 35 mile radius of 400 fishing lakes including Lake Bemidji, Lake Plantaganet, Cass Lake, Lake Andrusia, Kitchie Lake, Blackduck Lake, Leech Lake, Lake Winnibigoshish and Wolf Lake. These lakes are home to northern pike, walleye, muskie, large mouth bass, panfish and even brook, brown and rainbow trout. Bemidji also presents a unique blend of Indian culture and folklore. Bemidji's fame has been renowned as the home of the folk heroes, Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox. Both the folklore and Indian legends are historically commemorated in the lakeside statutes and local shops.
Bemidji offers an extensive range of breakfast, lunch and dinner options unique and varied as your individual tastes in food. When you're in a hurry, the list of fast food franchises awaits with all your favorites. When the occasion calls for either lively fun or more leisurely dining enjoyment, you'll find Bemidji home to sports bars as well as numerous fine dining establishments. These include Ruttger's Birchmont Lodge which sits right on Lake Bemidji, Union Station, one of Bemidji's finest dining establishments located in a Bemidji historic landmark and Gangelhoff's Restaurant with the area's most unique menu. Bemidji has the abundance and variety of shopping to keep any group interested. Paul Bunyan Mall is home to forty different stores from clothing to computers. Shop in a climate-controlled atmosphere, 7 days a week. For a charming change, stroll Downtown Bemidji. Nestled along the shore of Lake Bemidji are quaint shops, outlet stores and boutiques - all in an historic setting. Union Square has restaurants and a bar. The setting includes a beautiful renovated 1911 railroad station and warehouse. Shopping around Bemidji has its own allure, too. There are national stores, antique shops, factory outlets, specialty craft and gift shops and art galleries all awaiting your visit to provide a little extra excitement Bemidji hosts a collection of shops with a special charm you won't find anywhere else. Bemidji Woolen Mills, an area landmark since 1921, is a unique factory outlet store selling woolen garments, yarn and comforters at discount prices. Emily’s Country Cottage has gifts and collectibles including afghans, rugs, wall hangings, curtains, pillows, dolls and more. Be sure to visit the Baby Corner and the Christmas Room. Lady Slipper Designs is a one-of-a-kind outlet store showcasing the handicrafts of over 100 local crafts people. You'll save on nationally-distributed products to such stores as Bloomingdale's and Saks Fifth Avenue. Homestead Designs carries a number of unique items, from gourd bird houses to rose hip sachets. Morell’s Chippewa Trading Post in downtown Bemidji, offers distinctive Indian handicrafts and souvenirs, as does Che-Wa-Ka-E-Gon, located in Cass Lake and the Red Lake Trading Post and Thunderbird Craft Store on the Red Lake Indian Reservation.
McKenzie's Place and the Lumberjack Shack near the Tourist Information Center provide souvenirs and many other gift and Minnesota items. The Old Schoolhouse is a renovated 1917 school building packed with unique consignment shops including the Christmas Room and Art Studio, containing the work of over 500 artists. A number of antique stores are located in the Bemidji area.

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