James Ford Bell Library, Minneapolis

Name: James Ford Bell Library
Address: Minneapolis, United States

#243 among attractions in Minneapolis

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The James Ford Bell Library is a special collection of the University of Minnesota Libraries located on the University of Minnesota Minneapolis campus. It is named for its first donor and patron James Ford Bell, founder of the General Mills Corporation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The collection consists of some 40,000 rare books, maps, manuscripts, broadsides, pamphlets and other materials documenting the history and impact of international trade and cultural exchange in the pre-modern era, before ca. 1800. Its materials range in date from 400 CE to 1825 CE, with the bulk of the collection concentrated between the years 1450 and 1790, the early modern period. The library is known for its globe gores copy of the 1507 Waldseemuller world map, and it acquired a copy of the 1602 Impossible Black Tulip Chinese world map in 2009. The scope of the collection is global and more than 15 languages are represented. ()

Coordinates: 44°58'15"N, 93°14'37"W

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James Ford Bell Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: U.S. Bank Stadium, Weisman Art Museum, Day Block Brewing Company, Coffman Memorial Union.

0.7 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Concerts and shows
U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis
18 min walk • U.S. Bank Stadium stands as a modern marvel in the heart of Minneapolis, a testament to the city's passion for sports and architectural innovation. This state-of-the-art sport venue, home to the NFL's Minnesota Vikings, opened its doors in 2016 and has since been a hub...
~1870 ftNE
Modern space with paintings and ceramics
Weisman Art Museum, Minneapolis
10 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
15 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
12 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...
0.6 miNE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
Northrop Auditorium, Minneapolis
15 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.
~1050 ftNE
Bridge
Washington Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis
6 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.
~1150 ftSW
Nightlife, Music and shows, Theater
The Cedar Cultural Center, Minneapolis
6 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.
~1250 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
17 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.
0.4 miN
Bridge
10th Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis
11 min walk • The 10th Avenue Bridge crosses the Mississippi River near downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota and also in proximity to the University of Minnesota.
~1490 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
The Southern Theater, Minneapolis
8 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 James Ford Bell Library?

Nearby attractions include Rarig Center, Minneapolis (2 min walk), Ted Mann Concert Hall, Minneapolis (3 min walk), Katherine E. Nash Gallery, Minneapolis (4 min walk), Jean-Nickolaus Tretter Collection in Gay, Minneapolis (5 min walk).

How to get to James Ford Bell Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to James Ford Bell Library:

Bus

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

Light rail

West Bank • Lines: 902 (4 min walk)
Cedar-Riverside • Lines: 901 (11 min walk)