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Largest Ball of Twine Rolled by One Person

Darwin, Minnesota
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Size12 ft diameter
Built1950
TypeGiant objects

Francis A. Johnson began this twine ball in March 1950 and kept at it on his own until it reached about 12 feet across and 17,400 pounds. It sits in a glass-walled gazebo on Main Street, next to a small twine ball museum.

Where is Largest Ball of Twine Rolled by One Person?

Largest Ball of Twine Rolled by One Person is in Darwin, Minnesota. GPS: 45.09633, -94.41028.

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Where is Largest Ball of Twine Rolled by One Person?

Largest Ball of Twine Rolled by One Person is in Darwin, Minnesota. Its GPS position is 45.09633, -94.41028. Tap Get directions on this page to open it in Google Maps.

How big is Largest Ball of Twine Rolled by One Person?

12 ft diameter.

When was Largest Ball of Twine Rolled by One Person built?

Largest Ball of Twine Rolled by One Person dates from 1950.

What other giant roadside attractions are near Largest Ball of Twine Rolled by One Person?

The closest on our map are Spoonbridge and Cherry in Minneapolis (about 55 miles away as the crow flies), Big Ole in Alexandria (about 72 miles away as the crow flies), Mora Dala Horse in Mora (about 76 miles away as the crow flies).

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