For Minneapolis, the 26-story Rand Tower, built in 1928, was probably the one that signaled the city’s status. For St. Paul, perhaps the 32-floor First National Bank Building put the city on the ...

The Minneapolis skyline from the top of the Highland Park Water Tower on Oct. 14, 2023. The water tower is open twice a year for visitors to climb the 151 steps to see the view. (Gabrielle ...