Jean-Nickolaus Tretter Collection in Gay, Minneapolis

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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. Andersen special collections facilities on the University of Minnesota's Minneapolis campus. The Tretter Collection houses over 40,000 items, making it the largest LGBT archive in the Upper Midwest and one of the largest GLBT history collections in the United States. The collection is international in scope and is varied in media. ()

Coordinates: 44°58'23"N, 93°14'35"W

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University (University of Minnesota)Minneapolis United States

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Jean-Nickolaus Tretter Collection in Gay – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~1540 ftE
Modern space with paintings and ceramics
Weisman Art Museum, Minneapolis
8 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...
0.5 miW
Nightlife
Day Block Brewing Company, Minneapolis
13 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 miE
Cinema, Nightlife
Coffman Memorial Union, Minneapolis
10 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...
0.4 miNE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
Northrop Auditorium, Minneapolis
12 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.
~590 ftE
Bridge
Washington Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis
3 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.
~1800 ftSW
Nightlife, Music and shows, Theater
The Cedar Cultural Center, Minneapolis
9 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.
~1970 ftSW
Nightlife
Palmer's Bar, Minneapolis
10 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.
0.6 miNW
Park, View point
Gold Medal Park, Minneapolis
15 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.
~1440 ftN
Bridge
10th Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis
7 min walk • The 10th Avenue Bridge crosses the Mississippi River near downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota and also in proximity to the University of Minnesota.
0.6 miNE
Library
Arvonne Fraser Library, Minneapolis
16 min walk • Arvonne Fraser Library is a public library in Minneapolis, serving the University community. Designed by Ralph Rapson and built in 1963, the library is an example of brutalist architecture.
~1280 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
The Southern Theater, Minneapolis
7 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Jean-Nickolaus Tretter Collection in Gay?

Nearby attractions include Washington Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis (3 min walk), James Ford Bell Library, Minneapolis (5 min walk), Bohemian Flats, Minneapolis (5 min walk), Rarig Center, Minneapolis (5 min walk).

How to get to Jean-Nickolaus Tretter Collection in Gay by public transport?

The nearest stations to Jean-Nickolaus Tretter Collection in Gay:

Bus

Washington Avenue & West Bank • Lines: 2, 2A, 2C, 2E, 3, 3A, 3B, 3C, 3E, 3K, 3S, 3U, 789 (2 min walk)
Cedar Av S • Lines: 2, 2A, 2C, 3, 3A, 3B, 3C, 3E, 3K, 3S (7 min walk)

Light rail

West Bank • Lines: 902 (5 min walk)
Cedar-Riverside • Lines: 901 (14 min walk)