Nestled between Downtown Minneapolis and the Mississippi riverfront is a cultural hub where creatives, chefs, artists and entrepreneurs have gathered to hone their craft. Once home to booming warehouses, railroad yards and factories, the North Loop is now Minneapolis's fastest-growing neighborhood with many of its old industrial buildings converted to indie shops, trendy restaurants and sleek dwelling. As development has accelerated throughout the area, every day provides a new opportunity for discovery in this vibrant and gritty playground.