Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Forest Lake, MN

STILLWATER. For information about the historic city of Stillwater, the \"birthplace of Minnesota,\" try...

STILLWATER. For information about the historic city of Stillwater, the \"birthplace of Minnesota,\" try contacting or just stopping by the Chamber of Commerce on Chestnut Street. Here, you can find out about guided tours, local business hours, lodging and restaurants and, of course, pick up an all-important map of the city. The chamber's website offers an on-line Stillwater Visitor's Guide.

Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-Noon, 1pm-4pm

DOWNTOWN. Anthony Scornavacco Antiques has a beautiful selection of 18th century French and English antiques displayed...

DOWNTOWN. Anthony Scornavacco Antiques has a beautiful selection of 18th century French and English antiques displayed in elegant style in this two-level gallery. Included are silver, porcelain, crystal, jade, art objects and an extensive collection of holiday decorations. Expect the prices to match the quality merchandise.

Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-5:30pm By Appointment

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN. Wescott's offers a just the right touches of old-fashioned charm and service. This family-operated antique...

DOWNTOWN. Wescott's offers a just the right touches of old-fashioned charm and service. This family-operated antique store has managed to remain one of the downtown area's best-kept secrets for more than twenty years, and for good reason ­ the antiques are in good condition, the staff is knowledgeable and helpful and the prices are hard to beat. The store specializes in 19th century furniture, but you'll also find a wide range of antique odd and end items throughout the store, from lampshades to cut glass.

Hours: Mon-Sat 9:30am-6pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN. John's Antiques specializes in antique lamps and lighting. This cozy downtown shop, nestled on the corner of...

DOWNTOWN. John's Antiques specializes in antique lamps and lighting. This cozy downtown shop, nestled on the corner of Walnut and West Seventh Streets, is littered with various and sundry originals and reproductions. If it is old and has to do with lighting, John's probably carries it ­ including antique chandeliers, dome and slant side lamp shapes, bulbs, and authentic turn-of-the-century fixtures.

Hours: Mon 10am-6:30pm; Tue-Fri 10am-5:30pm; Sat 10am-2:45pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover

GRAND AVENUE. This modern house with the red balloon houses one of the best children's bookstores in the Twin Cities....

GRAND AVENUE. This modern house with the red balloon houses one of the best children's bookstores in the Twin Cities. With everything from read-to-baby books to sophisticated 12 year-old literature, this is a hot spot for children. And children are not underestimated here--the books are not arranged by age but by category like adults. Downstairs are educational and foreign language materials.

Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-8pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun Noon-5pm Hours May Vary Seasonally

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express