Welcome Home! Whether you're visiting the Stillwater area for the first time, or are revisiting some of your favorite places from a previous visit, you're in for some extraordinary experiences, and you'll soon feel as if you've come home.You've no doubt heard some tidbits about the St. Croix Valley: its historic, it's breathtakingly beautiful in all seasons of the year, the natives are friendly, the architecture is charming. All those adjectives are true.

It's historic. Stillwater is often called "The Birthplace of Minnesota." Our state charter was drafted here in 1843. The valley is dotted with working century farms from Lake Elmo to Marine on St. Croix.

It's beautiful in all seasons. In winter, stark white snow crunches underfoot, the river ice heaves, cracks and booms, and the Northern Lights beckon us outdoors on crystal clear nights. In spring, thousands of migratory birds pay us a visit and grace our skies for a time. In summer, we flock to our beautiful St. Croix River in kayaks, canoes, and all manner of pleasure boats. In autumn (did we save the best for last?) we exclaim at the beauty of the bluffline vista: our hardwood forests are brilliant in afternoon sun.

Our natives are friendly. Bustling business districts in Oak Park Heights, Lake Elmo, Bayport and Stillwater all offer inviting places to shop, dine, or just sit in the parks. Merchants are veterans at welcoming visitors, giving directions and advice, and will always put thier best foot forward.

Our architecture is charming. Great care is taken to preserve our historic buildings and parks. Many locations display "National Historic Site" plaques on their exteriors. The Chamber office offers walking, driving and biking tour maps for the entire valley.

So whether you're visiting us for the first time, returning for a second or third visit, we're pleased to say "Welcome home!"

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