Sen. Sharon Ropes and Rep. Greg Davids present the B&B Capital proclamation to Lanesboro

On Monday July 6, state Sen. Sharon Erickson Ropes and state Rep. Greg Davids officially declared the city the “Minnesota’s Bed and Breakfast Capital.” The Minnesota Senate bestowed the honor in a resolution near the end of the 2009 session.

With 15 bed and breakfasts in Lanesboro, and the immediate surrounding area, there is a great display of history and architecture, including Victorian homes, Craftsman homes, and new homes.  Innkeepers extend their Minnesota hospitality to today’s traveler and offer a unique experience in their comfortable and nationally recognized B&Bs.

Historic Downtown Lanesboro

Lanesboro’s entire downtown district is on the National Register of Historic places.  The downtown has been revitalized; the arts flourish, gift shops intrigue, and restaurants satisfy a variety of tastes.  The Cornucopia Art Center features original art works from more than 70 artists in the region.  The Commonweal Theatre Company performs in new 3 million dollar state of the art facility that opened in 2007.

Lanesboro is near one of the largest Old Order Amish settlements in America.  The rolling country side offers an ideal location for their lifestyle. Educational tours are available to see the Amish as they really live, to see the items they produce (baskets, quilts, furniture and crafts).  The Amish tours offer an appreciation for the Amish way of life.

Lanesboro is in the center of Minnesota’s Fillmore County where there is only 1 stop light in the entire county.  The pace in Lanesboro is quieter and slower.  It is a perfect place to relax. Lanesboro is 2 1/2 hours from Minneapolis/St. Paul, 4 1/2 hours from Milwaukee, 5 1/2 hours from Chicago, and 4 1/2 hours from DesMoines.  Visit www.lanesboro.com to learn more about our special town.