With more that 2 million residents, Minneapolis and St. Paul provide the educational and cultural advantages of a major metropolitan area while offering easy access to abundant natural and wildlife areas. Major league sports teams include baseball's Minnesota Twins , football's Vikings , and basketball's Timberwolves .
Cultural opportunities abound.
The Minnesota Orchestra, St. Paul Chamber Orchestra , Minneapolis Institute of Arts , Guthrie Theater, and Walker Art Center set the pace for many vigerous theaters, galleries, dance companies, museums, and musical groups.