Rarig Center, Minneapolis

Name: Rarig Center
Address: Minneapolis, United States

#98 among attractions in Minneapolis

Concerts and shows, Theater

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The Rarig Center is a brutalist theater, television, radio, and classroom building on the University of Minnesota's campus in the West Bank neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota, US. Designed by Ralph Rapson and built in 1971, the structure houses four theaters—a thrust, proscenium, theater in the round, and black box—as well as the studios for Radio K. An anchor for the University's West Bank Arts Quarter, the Rarig has been praised for its boldness and functionality while also being described as "menacing". ()

Completed: 1971 (53 years ago)Architectural style: BrutalismCoordinates: 44°58'13"N, 93°14'33"W

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Rarig Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Weisman Art Museum, Day Block Brewing Company, Coffman Memorial Union, Northrop Auditorium.

~1710 ftNE
Modern space with paintings and ceramics
Weisman Art Museum, Minneapolis
9 min walk • The Weisman Art Museum, a striking landmark in the heart of Minneapolis, stands as a testament to the city's vibrant cultural scene. This museum, known for its contemporary art collection, is housed in a visually arresting building designed by the renowned architect...
0.6 miNW
Nightlife
Day Block Brewing Company, Minneapolis
16 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Minneapolis, Day Block Brewing Company is a vibrant hub for craft beer enthusiasts and foodies alike. Housed in the historic Day Block Building, this brewery offers a unique blend of contemporary flavors and old-world charm.
0.4 miNE
Cinema, Nightlife
Coffman Memorial Union, Minneapolis
11 min walk • Coffman Memorial Union, located on the campus of the University of Minnesota in the heart of Minneapolis, serves as a vibrant hub for students, faculty, and visitors alike. Named after former university president Lotus Delta Coffman, the Union was established in 1939...
0.5 miNE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
Northrop Auditorium, Minneapolis
14 min walk • Cyrus Northrop Memorial Auditorium is a performing arts venue at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is named in honor of Cyrus Northrop, the university's second president. Various events are held within the building, including concerts, ballet performances, lectures, and graduations.
~1010 ftNE
Bridge
Washington Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis
5 min walk • The Washington Avenue Bridge carries County Road 122 and the METRO Green Line light rail across the Mississippi River in Minneapolis and connects the East Bank and West Bank portions of the University of Minnesota campus.
~1360 ftW
Nightlife, Music and shows, Theater
The Cedar Cultural Center, Minneapolis
7 min walk • The Cedar Cultural Center is a music venue in Cedar-Riverside neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States near the West Bank campus of the University of Minnesota. It is a 503 non-profit organization and operated by volunteers.
~1420 ftSW
Nightlife
Palmer's Bar, Minneapolis
7 min walk • Palmer's Bar is a dive bar and music venue located in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Known for its strong drinks, the bar serves as a live music venue at night.
0.7 miNW
Park, View point
Gold Medal Park, Minneapolis
19 min walk • Gold Medal Park is a 7.5-acre park in the Downtown East neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Opened in May 2007, the park was designed by landscape architect Tom Oslund and is owned by the city of Minneapolis.
0.5 miN
Bridge
10th Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis
12 min walk • The 10th Avenue Bridge crosses the Mississippi River near downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota and also in proximity to the University of Minnesota.
~1810 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
The Southern Theater, Minneapolis
9 min walk • The Southern Theater is located in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Built in 1910 as a cultural center and legitimate theater for the burgeoning Scandinavian community centered on Cedar Avenue, the Southern has been re-established as a center for contemporary performing arts over the past quarter-century.
~1010 ftN
Museum
Jean-Nickolaus Tretter Collection in Gay, Minneapolis
5 min walk • The Jean-Nickolaus Tretter Collection in Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Studies is a collection of LGBT historical materials housed in the Special Collections and Rare Books section of the University of Minnesota Libraries. It is located underground in the Elmer L.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Rarig Center?

Nearby attractions include Ted Mann Concert Hall, Minneapolis (2 min walk), James Ford Bell Library, Minneapolis (2 min walk), Katherine E. Nash Gallery, Minneapolis (3 min walk), Cedar-Riverside, Minneapolis (5 min walk).

How to get to Rarig Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rarig Center:

Bus

20 Av S • Lines: 2A, 2C (4 min walk)
Washington Avenue & West Bank • Lines: 2, 2A, 2C, 2E, 3, 3A, 3B, 3C, 3E, 3K, 3S, 3U, 789 (4 min walk)

Light rail

West Bank • Lines: 902 (6 min walk)
Cedar-Riverside • Lines: 901 (12 min walk)