Interesting Reasons Why Aluminum Foil Is On Windows In Minnesota

While there are things you expect to see in just about any neighborhood in Minnesota such as grills, basketball hoops, creative landscaping, etc., sometimes you see something that stands out.

One thing that really stood out to me the first time I saw it was a house that had windows covered with shiny aluminum foil. At first, I thought perhaps the home was abandoned or perhaps the owner had at some point been abducted by aliens and they believed aluminum foil would prevent another alien encounter.

Actually, I was really hoping for the alien angle, but it turns out there are several pretty practical reasons why you might see people putting aluminum foil on their windows.

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Some experts say if you're going to do it, it should be placed on the outside of the window, but regardless, here is why it's done.

Why Some Neighbors Are Putting Aluminum Foil in Their Windows

If you've recently driven through your neighborhood and noticed shiny sheets of aluminum foil pressed against windows, you might be wondering what's going on. Is it some kind of strange security measure? A signal for help? Or maybe an unconventional warning of something more sinister? The sight can be unsettling, sparking wild theories about what's happening behind those reflective barriers. But while it might look ominous, the real reason is far more practical—and surprisingly clever.

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See How Minnesota's License Plates Have Evolved Since 1909

Nothing beats a nostalgia trip. It's always fun to see how things looked the year you were born and how much they've changed throughout the years.

Minnesota's license plates have certainly gone through many evolutions. The first "license plate" was actually a rectangular black leather automobile license tag with a brass number '1' on the center front. It was issued by the State Boiler Inspector in the State of Minnesota in 1903.

The first Minnesota license plate as we know it was issued in 1909. Let's take a look at that license plate and then all the plates that followed, along with some interesting Wikipedia knowledge as we go.

We've certainly come a long way, but it's also interesting that the now popular blackout plates have been around before.

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