The SPAM Museum did not disappoint! Such a fun and unique stop with so much history packed into one…read moreplace. We loved learning about the story behind SPAM, seeing all the exhibits, and of course getting to try the free samples! Even better, admission is completely FREE, which makes it an awesome stop if you're passing through the area. The staff really made the experience too--they were fun, friendly, helpful, and seemed genuinely excited to be there. Definitely one of those quirky places that ends up being way more fun than you expect. We had a blast and can't wait to go back!

We stopped at the SPAM Museum on a whim after seeing several signs for it while driving through the…read morearea, and we're glad we did. Admission is free, and while the museum isn't very large, it's surprisingly fun, engaging, and well put together. The exhibits cover the history of SPAM, its cultural impact, and include an impressive collection of memorabilia from throughout the years. Everything is presented in a lighthearted and interactive way, making it enjoyable even if you're not a die-hard SPAM fan. One unexpected highlight was trying the SPAMples, which we thought were delicious and a fun twist on the classic product. If you're passing through the area, this museum is definitely worth the stop. It's a unique roadside attraction that's entertaining, educational, and easy to enjoy in an hour or two.

Stopped here after visiting family in Albert Lea. Loved the nice cozy vibes here. They do have a…read morepatio area (not quite nice enough to open it up yet) but you can tell it's really nice as well. We were greeted and asked what kind of wines we like. We sampled a few of the fruity ones and decided to go with a raspberry one, which was really good & on the sweeter side. We ended up sharing a bottle of it. Generally nice winery & staff. Hours are a bit limited but worth checking out if in the area.

Great place to visit in Albert Lea. The staff are super nice, great host and knowledgeable. You…read morepick five wine-tasting samples from one of four squares (A,B,C,D). We picked 'C' & 'D'. Nice atmosphere and huge place to reserve for a banquet or function.

I especially liked seeing the History Center of Freeborn County. They were very accommodating when…read morewe ventured around the museum. I was sad that the museum was empty of guests. So I thought the fence outside was kind of a deterrent of people which keeps them away because of it. The fair was ok... I'm not from the area since the mid 80's, so I enjoyed everything from Rabbits to goats and Mexican food to corn dogs. The area that I live in doesn't have a county fair, so this was a nice thing to reminisce by.

This years fair sucked! No Ice cream malts! Not much to do! Food is very expensive, seems like the…read morerich want the fair to themselves and don't want those that don't make a lot of money to go to this fair! Pay for entrance to the fair pay for parking and pay for everything you want in the fair! That is why I go to owatonna free fair keep my money for what I want when I'm in the fair and not blow it on entrance fees and parking!

This is a great arena. Two sheets of ice. Large parking lot. Lots of room inside to watch, wait or…read moremingle. The main rink is the best part of the arena. It's classic curved roof, wood structure with ample seating on both sides including back rests on many seats! The second rink is perfectly functional. It's a rectangle second rink, locker rooms, stands opposite the player benches. A fine place to watch hockey. Like I said, the main arena here is the feature, this arenas best asset. There are TVs in the main lobby (between both rinks and heated) for those time you are waiting for someone. They have skate rentals. There is a concession stand but it was not open, so can't confirm what they sell. Want more. More at this link: https://history.vintagemnhockey.com/page/show/1254576-albert-lea-city-arena

This is Austin's hidden gem. At Austin Artworks, you can shop for various types of artwork. There…read moreare collections of handmade items from cards to jewelry. Artists from across the nation can sell their items in this beautifully curated main floor space. I loved the handmade cards and stickers so much that I purchased a few for friends. The location also provides several art classes and events. If you want to take a clay class or try new art techniques, be sure to stop in to learn more.

We were in town walking around. We walked by and the store looked like it had nice items, as we are…read morelooking for a few pieces for our home. We walked in at 4:52, and without even saying hello the girl working the counter told us - 'we close in 6 minutes.' After that, we no longer felt welcome in the store so we turned around and walked out.

This historic theatre in Albert Lea MN on Broadway has a variety of shows. See location sometimes…read moreit's marked wrong. We are the home of Marion Ross and Eddie Cochran. I am proud to be a performer. Check out my annual Christmas Show under Carrie Boyer Christmas. Hope to see you there!! Support your local art shows and I dare you to try out for a play. Life's to short not to perform!!

Saw the play Beauty and the Beast at this theatre. It was our first visit so we didn't know what to…read moreexpect. The theatre itself is cramped and the orchestra pit itself is rather small and depending upon where you sit it's almost on top of you. Considering what the actors had to work with they did an admirable job. Compared to other community theatres they are below average.

The golf course is gorgeous. The restaurant is just okay. Upon walking in it looks more like a…read morediner than a country club, which threw me off a bit. The tables and chairs look like they came from a 1990 auction. I ordered the house Cabernet. My advice is DON'T DO IT. I am not a wine snob, but this wine was not palatable. I sent it back for the J. Lohr and it came back tasting just like the terrible house wine. After a little investigation, we figured out it was the house wine again. The server was accommodating and the third glass I got was sufficient for my palate. For dinner I ordered the Asian Stir Fry. Again, my recommendation is DON'T DO IT. Stick to what Minnesota is good at, meat and potatoes. That is a much safer bet. The plates my fellow diners ordered looked much more palatable than mine. My dish was basically teriyaki sauce soup with veggies and rice. It was not edible and in my opinion should have never left the kitchen looking the way it did. I ended up having a Kind bar for dinner. My overall experience was unpleasant. However, I think if you order fish, meat, or a salad and you splurge on the wine, you will have an okay experience.

My wife and I attended a special dinner offering at The Austin Country Club on Friday 11/9/18. It…read morewas a well attended, very nice evening. Chef and his team prepared very tasty food that was well presented. We feel strongly that enthusiastic attendance at these events is important so our management will feel encouraged to periodically offer other offerings like this. James Herrick