Old Runis Turned Into Historical Parks?

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Is there any place like this in your city or a city near you? Does your city rebuild old ruins of historical interest for the publics benefit? In Minneapolis years ago were many mills used for flour feed, grain etc for General Mills and Gold Medal Flour company. They have turned this area into a Historical Park for the publics use. It's in an area called Riverfront Park also. There is also a road of cobblestone thats been refurbished etc. I love when a city redoes a historical sight opening it for the public to view and enjoy. there are many trails etc for bikers, walkers skaters etc to use. Excavated from beneath tons of gravel and sand, the ruins of 19th-century mills and canals reveal the origins of the Minneapolis grain industry that exported flour on an international scale. When they were in use they were the largest direct-drive, water-powered facilities in the world, with a tailrace canal that carried water from the mill turbines, powered by St. Anthony Falls, back to the river. Managed by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, the park includes a well-maintained picnic area for family outings and is connected to the Heritage Trail that loops around the Riverfront. Heres a link for more info on the Mills TRuin Park and other areas of the Riverfront in Minneapolis Minnesota USA. http://search.cityguide.aol.com/twincities/entertainment/mill-ruins-park/v-138713 The attactched photo is of an old mill framework from the buildings excavated a few years ago. I believe it was like 1990 or so they started finding all the old steel work etc. This is a piece of art in itself. Thanks and enjoy the photo and short article. I have many other photos to add to members responses of this area also. HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB!!~