FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 27, 2015
CONTACT:
Christie Rosckes
Marketing Director
Discover Stillwater- Convention & Visitor Bureau
651.351.1717
info@DiscoverStillwater.com
www.DiscoverStillwater.com
PHOTOS:
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Credit: Suki Thomsen, Discover Stillwater Photo Contest Honorable Mention 2014
STILLWATER NAMED IN AMERICA’S MOST PICTURESQUE SMALL TOWNS by USA TODAY TRAVEL
Stillwater, MN – As Stillwater Main Street merchants catch their breath from a busy travel season during
Minnesota’s warmest fall on record, they rejoice in a little national recognition for their beloved small town.
USA Today Travel just named Stillwater as one of America’s Most Picturesque Small Towns as their selection
for the state of Minnesota. “When it comes to the United States, each and every state has a unique look and
feel. Inside each individual state we can find large, thriving cities and quiet, serene towns. Here, we looked at
picturesque small towns – one for each of the 50 states – as discovered through research and crowdsourcing.”
USA Today Travel reporter, Susan B. Barnes.
What is it that makes Stillwater, Minnesota so picturesque? Local artist and Stillwater Art Guild Gallery
Founder, Randy Raduenz feels like “it’s the natural beauty and rustic feel of the town, being an old logging
town. I grew to really love the town, raised a family here and have been part of the community for 67 years.
To embrace Stillwater’s beauty, I’ve created a hometown collection series of prints and started an art gallery
where people can buy directly from all the talented local artists in the St. Croix Valley. We’ve become a return
destination where travelers bring back their friends to show them the town. Being picturesque is what inspires
us artists, so I am not surprised by this designation for Stillwater!”
The tourism bureau hears numerous stories from travelers noting the natural beauty of the St. Croix River
bluffs, the colorful historic architecture, the spice of small business ingenuity, and a feeling of artistic
inspiration. Many of the symbols of the town – brick church steeples, main street shops, steamboat river
cruises, trolley rides, used book stores, diners and outdoor festivals all evoke a sense of Americana not
frequently found in one picturesque location. The Stillwater/Oak Park Heights Convention & Visitor Bureau
invites travelers, artists, and residents to share why they think Stillwater is so picturesque. Post a picture or
story on social media and tag with #PicturesqueStillwater. Find out what’s new, where to stay, dine, shop, or
explore at www.DiscoverStillwater.com.
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