Last Friday Mr. G surprised me with tickets to tour the Pillsbury Castle. I had mentioned it in passing earlier that week but hadn’t expected to be doing the tour just a few days later.
I’m not sure about all over the USA but here in the mid-west Pillsbury is synonymous with baking. And this house was that man’s castle. The flour milling industry was one of the largest factors in Minneapolis becoming so successful during the industrial revolution.
This remodel/restoration was not a historical recreation. A couple purchased the home and is planning to move into it later this summer. The tour was more of a designer showcase once we got there. It was cool anyway. 
This was my favorite painting in the home. I love impressionist style, but this had a modern flair that spoke to me.
The same room had a large niche/alcove/inset…not exactly sure how to classify it… but I was amazed by these crystals.
This old mirror gave a fun reflection at the end of our tour. I’d like to think it was an original mirror from the home but I really have no clue.
Back in the day this was a very wealthy neighborhood. These days it’s a very weird mix of old mansions turned into apartments or businesses and homes being restored or neglected. Just a couple blocks from there was a homeless encampment. It’s so odd to me that there is such disparity within a few block radius. Maybe I’m just too used to my safe suburban bubble.
Speaking of the suburban bubble… back at home I captured a photo of my handsome Marvin enjoying his supervised outside time.
While outside I took a few blooms from my neighbors daylilies. Don’t worry…I’m not a thief. She texts me to come get them before the deer eat them. Since there were very few I upcycled a tequila bottle into a vase.
Errands and housework are on my agenda…yay fun stuff…
What are you doing today?
Oh wow! Most impressive tour. I love the exterior of that home. Too bad a family will soon be living there. It’s definitely a beautiful home. LOVED seeing you and your beloved, too.
Marvin is a real charmer. So glad you showcase him on occasion.
How sweet of your neighbor to offer you the day lilies. I miss mine. Thanks for taking us to Pillsbury Castle for T this week, dear Halle.
That is quite the home. I bet it would have been cool to see it when Pillsbury owned it, but I bet it was also great to see it now too. I enjoyed seeing it too. I hope you have a super T day Halle. hugs-Erika
What a beautiful place to visit and I love how you captured all the art and made some of your own in the vintage mirror – perfect 😊. Happy T Tuesday wishes! Hugs, Jo x
What a nice gesture to book the tour!
Lucky you could have a look at the house before the owners move in. So sweet of your hubby to get tickets for that.
I don’t know what those crystals are either. Could be quarz or gypsum (If you can scratch it with your nail, it’s gypsum. But of course you didn’t touch it)
Happy T-Day,
Lisca
PS I’ve been wanting to ask you for a while…. Is everything OK with your eye now? could we have an update
That is one cool house. Marvin looks like he would be perfectly at the castle. Happy T Day
Wow! Wouldn’t it be fun to have enough money to restore a nearby home.
fantastic place to visit! Love Marvin, definitely having a sun attack! Happy T day!
(Lyn)
That castle is amazing! Love Pillsbury anything!! Our town is much like that.. .A beautiful well kept home next to a dump. I like some impressionistic artwork but definitely not all…AAAaaww look at Mr. Marvin! lol Adorable.. Happy T day!! Hugs! deb