The Banfill-Locke Art Center in Fridley is a historic building that has a colorful history, rich in culture and community service. Built in 1847 by John Banfill, a mason from Vermont, it first served as a wayside inn along the Red River Trail at the confluence of Rice Creek and the Mississippi River. Just two years later, the Banfill Inn had gained a reputation as a “resort hotel” to some, as described in a letter from 1849: “We arrived at Banfill’s in time for an early supper, which consisted of viands that even in these luxurious days would be tempting to the appetite; after supper the dining-room was cleared, and we had a grand dance …”
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Ours is the greatest garden club in America! Okay, maybe that's a stretch, but we like our club. Why you ask? Gardening is a great way to reconnect with nature in this digital age. It's good for your mental health and acts as a stress reliever after a busy day. I enjoy growing and eating my own food in the vegetable garden, while the flowers are pleasing to the eye and the soul—and provide a habitat for our pollinators.
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