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The People and the Place

From budget-friendly family activities to hidden waterfalls to recommendations from locals, check out our blog for trip ideas and to learn more about what makes Duluth so special. 

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Faces of Duluth: Diona Johnson

If you’re in tune with the music scene in Duluth, you’ve likely heard of AfroGeode, or maybe the band AfroGeode and the Gemstones. Diona Johnson is the artist behind AfroGeode. Not only is she an independent musician, Johnson is also a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker at the College of Saint Scholastica, working as a Mental Health Therapist and Intercultural Specialist. We spoke with Johnson about her Duluth experience.

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A family and child in a wheelchair enjoy the Lake Superior Zoo

Duluth Is for All: Accessibility and Sensory-Friendly Information to Plan Your Visit

When planning a trip with or as a person living with a disability, limited mobility, or sensory sensitivities, we know there might be some extra considerations to ensure a safe and smooth experience. For your next trip to Duluth, take the guesswork out of your research and preparation. We’ve shared details to help make your visit as enjoyable as possible, because all are welcome in Duluth.

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Bloody Marys of Duluth

From classic recipes to concoctions that will make you say, “Wow, that’s a meal in itself, take a picture!” – Duluth restaurants and bars offer a great variety of Bloody Marys. We’ve highlighted a few and broke them down by regions of the city. Happy tasting – and don’t forget the beer snit!

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Ken and Josh smile in a train

Faces of Duluth: Ken Buehler and Josh Miller

The Depot is home to the Lake Superior Railroad Museum, and is the departure point for the North Shore Scenic Railroad. These two entities, and the Duluth men charged with keeping the organizations on track, are the focus of this month’s Faces of Duluth. Ken Buehler and Josh Miller together took some time during their busy summer season to talk trains with us.

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