The St. James Hotel, constructed in 1876 and authentically restored in the 1970s, is the centerpiece of downtown. Throughout the summer and fall, the Mississippi Queen, the Delta Queen and the American Queen dock in Red Wing. The campus is expected to open by 1999. Housing Red Wing has an excellent variety in homes to fit nearly any lifestyle and income level. Existing housing is affordably priced.
New subdivisions meet the full range of housing needs.
The Cannon River Trail features twenty miles of scenic countryside for biking, walking or in-line skating spring through fall. Excellent access to transportation, a well trained labor pool, close proximity to the metropolitan area and an outstanding educational system all make Red Wing a sound, strategic location. The quality of life provides the ability for businesses to attract and retain employees. Inc. Educational Opportunities Keeping with the traditions of the past, education is emphasized in Red Wing. Four elementary schools, a middle school, a recently constructed high school and three parochial schools serve Red Wing families.