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Scenes from Hill & Lake Land

A glimpse of winter life in Minneapolis’ Hill & Lake neighborhoods—where frozen trails, glowing ice art and everyday moments reveal the warmth, resilience and joy of community even during the coldest months.

In Hill & Lake, land neighbors are surviving, thriving and finding joy in the cold. From frozen trails to glowing ice art to everyday moments wrapped in wool, down and laughter, these snapshots capture the spirit that makes Minneapolis shine even in its coldest season.
(Images: Courtney Cushing Kiernat)

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