The Biggest Ball of Twine in Minnesota

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:tourist_attraction
gptkbp:accessibility publicly accessible
gptkbp:associated_with local folklore
gptkbp:attracts tourists from around the world
gptkbp:constructed_in local residents
several years
leftover twine
gptkbp:constructed_primarily_for community pride
gptkbp:created_by gptkb:Francis_A._Johnson
gptkbp:creator gptkb:Francis_A._Johnson
gptkbp:cultural_significance symbol of small-town America
gptkbp:depicted_in gptkb:media
gptkbp:diameter over 200 feet
gptkbp:famous_for its size
gptkbp:featured_in various media outlets
gptkbp:features gptkb:gift_shop
gptkbp:has_been a local landmark
gptkbp:height over 40 feet
gptkbp:highlights local news stories
gptkbp:historical_significance part of American pop culture
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Biggest Ball of Twine in Minnesota
gptkbp:influenced_by local folklore
gptkbp:inspiration American roadside attractions
gptkbp:inspired other twine balls
gptkbp:inspired_by local craftsmanship
other twine balls
gptkbp:is_a_popular_spot_for school field trips
gptkbp:is_a_representation_of American folk art
gptkbp:is_a_showcase_of travelers in Minnesota
gptkbp:is_a_source_of local pride
gptkbp:is_a_testament_to community effort
gptkbp:is_a_unique_example_of American kitsch.
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in annual festivals
local community
local events
gptkbp:is_located_near gptkb:U._S._Route_29
gptkbp:is_maintained_by local community
local volunteers
gptkbp:is_often_described_as a quirky roadside attraction
gptkbp:is_often_discussed_in travel guides
gptkbp:is_often_featured_in travel blogs
gptkbp:is_part_of local history
gptkbp:is_popular_among roadside attraction enthusiasts
gptkbp:is_popular_for road trips
gptkbp:is_promoted_by local tourism board
roadside attractions
gptkbp:is_visited_by families
gptkbp:known_for its unique appearance
gptkbp:location gptkb:Minnesota
gptkbp:maintenance ongoing upkeep
gptkbp:material twine
gptkbp:nearby_attraction gptkb:Twine_Ball_Museum
gptkbp:nickname gptkb:The_Twine_Ball
gptkbp:often_includes tourist itineraries
gptkbp:open_to_public gptkb:1980
gptkbp:opened gptkb:1961
gptkbp:part_of American roadside culture
twine ball phenomenon
gptkbp:photography popular photo opportunity
gptkbp:recognized_by gptkb:Guinness_World_Records
gptkbp:related_event gptkb:Twine_Ball_Festival
gptkbp:significance largest ball of twine in the world
gptkbp:surrounding_area gptkb:Cawker_City
gptkbp:symbolizes quirky attractions
gptkbp:visitors thousands annually
gptkbp:visitors_per_year thousands
gptkbp:weight approximately 17,400 pounds
approximately 17,000 pounds
gptkbp:year gptkb:1979
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Weird_Al_Yankovic
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4