Mill City Museum: Minneapolis's Hidden History of Flour, Fire, and the Mississippi River

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Discover Mill City Museum in Minneapolis — built inside the ruins of the world's largest flour mill. From the 1878 explosion that killed 18 workers to the rise of Gold Medal Flour and Betty Crocker, this episode explores the fascinating history behind Minnesota's Mill City. Plan your visit at MinnesotaExplorer.com.

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