by christopher hudson
How does an architecturally notable building stay a secret? The reason usually has something to do with geography—the structure is located outside of a metropolitan area, or perhaps it’s tucked into a city neighborhood on a side street. Architecture Minnesota shines a spotlight on under-exposed modern landmarks in the following pages by taking you around the state and through time: Of the following selections, no two reside in the same community, and we’ve chosen one gem (or two) from each decade dating back to the 1950s. Have you visited or strolled past any of these captivating buildings? If so, help us spread the word. U.S. Land Port of Entry warroad
Alcuin Library collegeville
University of Minnesota Morris MORRIS
Weber Music Hall duluth
Morgan Scheff
Minnesota’s Best-Kept Architectural secrets
Kenwood St. Columba Residence Catholic Church minneapolis st. Paul
More Minnesotans would know about St. Columba if it weren’t situated mid-block in an unassuming residential district.
Winton Guest House owatonna
38 Architecture Minnesota July/August 2013