Before TEDxMinneapolis, there was TEDxHennepinAve. Hennepin Avenue is one of Minneapolis’ oldest streets, and was the first to cross the Mississippi via the Hennepin Avenue bridge. The Bridge sought to uncover the iconic and multifaceted story that surrounds this avenue. We found a lens to view the stunning panorama of the Minneapolis narrative. We found the resonating thrill of notes, expertly crafted brews, meticulously sourced grub, and a stunning collection of art crossing cultures and visions. Above it all, we found passionate people whose passions spread across the borders of our city, state, and region. This inaugural event was a celebration of Minneapolis’ remarkable ideas, stories, and citizens. The Bridge represented a collective that can ignite any idea.