Episode 51: The Stone Arch Bridge

Step back into the 1880s, when Minneapolis was the "Milling Capital of the World," and discover the story of the city's most iconic landmark: the Stone Arch Bridge. In this episode of Archive Hoppers, we explore how railroad pioneer James J. Hill built an ancient Roman-style monument to conquer the Mississippi River. Join us as we uncover the bridge's incredible engineering, its quiet years of abandonment, and its beautiful rebirth as the beloved centerpiece of the modern Minneapolis riverfront.