Minneapolis Convention Center

The Minneapolis Convention Center is a large convention center located in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota that opened in 1990.[1] It is located one block away from Nicollet Mall near Orchestra Hall. The Minneapolis Convention Center has a quadruple-domed roof and because of its volume can host multiple events on the same day.

Minneapolis Convention Center
The Minneapolis Convention Center
Minneapolis Convention Center
Address1301 2nd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Coordinates44°58′08″N 93°16′26″W
OwnerCity of Minneapolis
OpenedDecember 15, 1990 (December 15, 1990)
Theatre seating
3,433 (Auditorium)
Enclosed space
  Exhibit hall floor475,000 square feet (44,000 m2)
Website
Venue Website

In 1994, after four years of demand beyond expectations, a 760,000 square foot addition was approved. Work started in 1999 and was opened in 2002. The addition featured a 3,433 fixed-seat auditorium, two 99,000 square foot exhibit halls, 39 more meeting rooms, a 23,000 square foot kitchen, and 16 additional loading docks.

References

  1. "The Minneapolis Convention Center Celebrates 30 Years!". Meet Minneapolis. Retrieved 2022-03-07.


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