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Off-Campus Activities
Phone: (612) 375-7622 The Walker Art Center is one of the nation's primary resources for contemporary art. Focusing on the visual, performing, and media arts, the Walker takes a multidisciplinary approach to the creation, presentation, interpretation, collection, and preservation of the arts. The Walker's permanent collection of more than 8,000 works represents important artistic currents of the 20th century, in a range of styles from figurative to abstract. Hours: Current exhibition information can be found at: www.walkerart.org. Minneapolis Institute of Arts Phone: (612) 870-3000 The Minneapolis Institute of Arts houses over 100,000 objects from diverse cultural traditions spanning 4,000 years of world history. The Institute is the only comprehensive fine arts museum serving the Twin Cities and the Upper Midwest and is recognized internationally as one of the great museums in America. With exhibitions changing all the time, from American photography to Degas, the exhibitions are unique, contemporary, and timeless. Hours: Admission - free w/a suggested donation, however, special exhibits may charge. Further information on the Minneapolis Institute of Arts can be found at: www.artsmia.org. Orchestra Hall Tickets & Info: (612) 371-5656, or 1-800-292-4141 From Rachmaninoff to the Smothers Brothers, you can see just about anything at Orchestra Hall in Downtown Minneapolis. Classical masterpieces performed by the Minnesota Orchestra are just the tip of the iceberg. Visit www.minnesotaorchestra.org for more information on performances at Orchestra Hall. Ordway Center for the Performing Arts St. Paul's glittering Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, which overlooks Rice Park just north of the Mississippi River near the Landmark Center, serves as the Minnesota Orchestra's St. Paul home. The multi-purpose performance center opened in 1985 and is home to touring musicals, dance events, Planet Ordway presentations and its principal tenants: The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, Minnesota Opera, Schubert Club and the Minnesota Orchestra. Visit: www.ordway.org for more information. Orpheum Theater Tickets: (612) 989-5151 The Historic Orpheum Theatre was built in 1921 as a silent movie and vaudeville house. It was renovated in 1993 and has showcased the world premieres of VICTOR/VICTORIA starring Julie Andrews, and Disney's THE LION KING. The expanded Orpheum stage showcases epic Broadway shows, concerts and plays. For more information, visit: www.hennepintheatredistrict.com. Historic State Theater Tickets: (612) 989-5151 The Historic State Theatre, an Italian Renaissance-style theater, was built in 1921 as a silent movie and vaudeville house. It was restored to its original splendor in 1991, and it now hosts stage and Broadway shows concerts, corporate meetings and special events. The State theatre is online at: www.hennepintheatredistrict.com . Guthrie Theater Box Office: (612) 377-2224 Under the direction of Sir Tyrone Guthrie, this theatre opened in 1963. The Guthrie has been home to plays of Shakespeare, Arthur Miller, Broadway, and the works of the Ancient Greeks. Today, the Guthrie, a nationally known theatre, continues its mission to celebrate the human spirit with world class plays and performances. Get more information at: www.guthrietheater.org . Theater in the Round (612) 333-3010 Located near the University's West Bank, this theater features a unique design with arena style seating. Like they say, "You'll experience your favorite plays from a wholly new perspective - in the round." Southern Theater (612) 340-1725 Another theater near the U, they offer unique plays throughout the year. Also, Saturdays at Midnight, don't miss Balls, a weekly talent show, come to watch or show off your unique talent. For more information visit their website at: www.southerntheater.org. Mall of America Phone: (612) 883-8810 Home to more than 400 stores, 71 restaurants, a 14-screen movie theater, and an indoor amusement park. There's something for everyone at the Mall of America. For a directory of stores, upcoming events, movie showtimes, or to purchase tickets, go to: www.mallofamerica.com. Need a ride? Try Metro Transit! Route 52A runs directly from Coffman Memorial Union to the Mall of America. For schedules and other routes available visit the Metro Transit web site at: http://www.metrocouncil.org/transit/. Mystic Lake Casino/Hotel Phone: (800) 262-7799 It's the biggest casino in Minnesota and it's only 25 minutes from the University. You'll find over 100 blackjack tables, over 3,100 slot machines, bingo halls and a few high stakes tables for those of you who feel lucky. Gaming not your thing? Catch one of the great shows in the Mystic Theatre or dine at one on the many fine restaurants in the casino. For information on shows and tickets, visit: www.mysticlake.com. Canterbury Park General Information: (800) 340-6361 Located near Mystic Lake, Canterbury Park offers horse racing from mid-May to August. Also, a recent addition to the gaming at Canterbury is the Card Club. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, you can play poker to your hearts content, or your wallet's capacity. Canterbury Park's website has more info on racing and gaming: www.canterburypark.com. MetroConnections City Tours Reservations: (612) 333-TOUR (8687) metroConnections tours are a great way to see the cities. Choose between the Minneapolis and Saint Paul tour, with a standing tour guide and deluxe motorcoach transportation, or tour the charming historic river town of Stillwater, with a a delicious buffet lunch on board a paddlewheel river boat. Customized private tours and transportation services are also available upon request. For more information on times, locations, rates, and the tours themsleves, visit the metroConnections web site : http://www.metroconnections.com.
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