Rocky shoreline with gentle waves lapping against the stones. A small cliff with trees overlooks the water, and the sky is a gradient from pink to blue, suggesting early morning or late afternoon light.

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Art by the Lake

Duluth is an incredible city that inspires great art. With rolling hills, breathtaking waterfalls and the mighty Lake Superior, there is art all around.

Duluth is situated at the head of the largest, freshwater lake in the world, Lake Superior. It overlooks the international harbor bringing in ships from throughout the world. It also has Park Point, the longest inhabited sandbar in the world.

A tranquil forest scene with a gently flowing stream lined by rocks and fallen leaves. In the background, a wooden footbridge crosses the stream, surrounded by lush green foliage.
Scenic view of a vast landscape with vibrant yellow and green autumn trees, a large body of water in the background, and a sky filled with fluffy clouds. Bright red foliage is visible in the foreground.
A scenic view of a waterfront with a path lined by trees and a stone wall. The background shows buildings, a bridge, and distant structures under a partly cloudy sky. The shoreline features large rocks.
Rocky shoreline with small waves lapping against a pebble beach. A cliff covered with trees is visible in the background under a clear sky during sunset. The tranquil water reflects the soft hues of the evening light.
A large aerial lift bridge spans a body of water. People stand along the shoreline observing the structure. A lighthouse is visible in the background. The scene is in black and white, indicating an early 20th-century setting.

A Brief History

The city was built around timber, shipping grain and iron ore. For a moment in the late 19th century it had more millionaires per capita than anywhere else in the states, and the city and its architecture reflect this. The ore that came out of the nearby Mesabi iron range created the steel that built Chicago, New York and helped with efforts in WWI and WWII.

A scenic view of a large body of water under a blue sky with scattered clouds. In the foreground, lush green trees with hints of autumn colors are visible. The distant shoreline features industrial buildings and a prominent structure.

Life in Duluth, MN

The city is bisected by beautiful parks, trails, streams and waterfalls. Duluth has created a top-rated trail system for hiking and mountain biking and even offers surfing when Lake Superior gets all riled up. Outdoor magazine voted it the “Best Outdoor City” a few years ago.

Despite its bad reputation, the winter in Duluth can be a bit warmer because of the “lake effect”. Though the winter is a few weeks longer, this season is really comparable to the Twin Cities.

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Aerial view of a cityscape near a large body of water. The city features a mix of modern and historic buildings, with tree-lined streets and a coastal road. Hills and greenery are visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Around GLAFA

GLAFA is located right in the heart of Duluth with incredible views of Lake Superior. Just a short walk or drive down the hill is the Lincoln Park Craft District, home to some of the best eateries and microbreweries in the area.

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