Explore Lakewood's stunning spaces, including the net-zero ready Welcome Center surrounded by serene walking paths and a peaceful reflection pool. Tour the historic Byzantine Memorial Chapel, featuring 10 million mosaic pieces and listed on the national historic places register. Don't miss the Garden Mausoleum, an award-winning masterpiece of contemporary architecture, and more!

This Greek Revival house offers a glimpse of life in the city as Minnesota became a territory. as New Englanders brought their own character to create a new home.

Visit the home of the Minneapolis Scottish Visit the home of the Minneapolis Scottish Rite, one of the largest Masonic Fraternal groups in Minneapolis, since 1915. The building joined the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. The original Charter for the Minneapolis Scottish Rite was issued in 1873 and 2023 is the 150th Anniversary of our establishment.

Explore a stunningly renovated 1889 Minnesota sandstone building. Take a guided tour or scavenger hunt to find gargoyles and chimeras. Learn the building’s role in the history of Minnesota’s flagship university. Hear about today’s occupants, the Department of English and Liberal Arts Engagement Hub, and fun public events to attend!

This 1925 building started as a National Tea Company grocery store and is now owned by Z Puppets Rosenschnoz, with many lives in between! Learn about the building’s colorful history, peek into the life and work of puppeteers and see murals by Dakota artist Graci Horne.

Photo credit: Emilee Elofson

Home to Theater Latté Da for the last decade, the Ritz Theater is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026. Explore this gem in Northeast Minneapolis to learn more about the theater that has served as a hub for many communities and organizations over the past century.

Photo credit: Marla Olivia Photography

Come explore the castle of the north! The Arthouse is both a photo studio and event venue located inside a Queen Anne Victorian that stands as a momento of the Camden Historic Lumber District. The entire space will be open so come check out the original fixtures, 12' fireplace, carved door hinges, trap door, and the photo vault room.

The Pantages opened in 1916 as a vaudeville house. Designed by the Minneapolis firm of Kees and Colburn in the Beaux Arts style. The stained-glass false skylight in the center of the auditorium was revealed after layers of paint were removed. On November 7, 2002 the completely renovated Pantages re-opened.

The Italian Cultural Center (ICC) is a welcoming hub for Italian language and culture in Minneapolis. Stop by to explore our classrooms and community spaces, meet staff and volunteers, and learn how our Adult Language School, Youth School, cultural events, and Italian Film Festival help build community, strengthen connection, and keep Italian culture thriving year-round.

Christ Church Lutheran, a National Historic Landmark, is considered to be internationally acclaimed Eliel Saarinen's most important architectural project. It became the prototype and set the standard for contemporary church architecture throughout the world. It has a traditional composition of hall church and tower but takes that form and reconceives it with its exceptional use of light and asymmetrical placement of religious elements creating a completely new and dramatic spiritual experience. It has exceptional brickwork and with its fountained courtyard, reconsiders the relationship of church, interior courtyard and subsidiary church structures.

This 1887 Charles Sedgwick (Dayton’s) building was a center for Minneapolis’ Progressive Era activism (1895-1920) led by historic figures like Maria Sanford. In our 4th year with Doors Open, see what a grassroots coalition of volunteers can accomplish as we work to restore this gem to its community center roots.

Within Minneapolis City Hall & Hennepin County Courthouse's Richardsonian Romanesque-style walls, you’ll find a 5-story marble-clad rotunda, 72,000 pieces of stained glass and a 14,000-lb. Father of Waters marble statue. come learn about the building's history,

Photo credit: Ryo Hamasaki

Due to unforeseen circumstances Kramarczuks is reducing their regular Doors Open programming and will not be able to offer their planned back-of-house tours.

Visitors will still be able to watch a video about the history of Kramarczuks, enjoy a sausage sample, and are welcome to stay for lunch.

The George Isaacs Carbarn is where the Minnesota Streetcar Museum houses, maintains and restored historic Minnesota streetcars. It also contains the Russell Olson Library of Minnesota streetcar history. Visitors may go directly to the carbarn for guided tours, or can choose to purchase a streetcar ride at the Linden Hills Depot (42nd & Queen) to reach the carbarn.

Photo credit: Bobby Rogers for Walker Art Center, Minneapolis. 2018.

One of the most celebrated art museums in the country, the Walker Art Center is known for its innovative presentations and acclaimed collections of contemporary art across the spectrum of the visual, performing, and media arts. Over the course of more than 100 years, the Walker has evolved from a privately held collection into an internationally recognized institution and civic resource.

Founded in 2009, Foci MCGA (Minnesota Center for Glass Arts) is Minnesota’s only nonprofit public-access glass studio and education center. Based in Minneapolis, we offer a curriculum taught by nationally recognized artists, plus youth programs, corporate experiences, events, and exhibitions, fostering a space that inspires curiosity, excitement, and mastery community.

Photo courtesy of HOBT

In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask theatre has recently moved into the location that formerly housed the Fifth Element. HOBT provides a variety of puppet arts programming for multigenerational community audiences, and we look forward to welcoming you on May 9th!

The Milwaukee Avenue Historic District includes two blocks of houses built in the late 1800s and early 1900s for working class families. The district was added to the National Register of Historic places in 1974.

Photo courtesy of MIA

In 1913, architects William Gray Purcell and George Grant Elmslie designed one of the most significant examples of residential Prairie School architecture in the country, near Lake of the Isles. Visitors will have the opportunity to tour the house, now in the collection of the Minneapolis Institute of Art.

Westminster is known for its stirring worship services, beautiful traditions, and a progressive church culture. Visit this historic church on Nicollet Mall—which was built in 1896 and expanded in 2018—and discover its rich history, stunning architecture, and remarkable collection of religious and secular art.

The Bakken Museum, in West Winds Mansion on the shore of Bde Maka Ska, features interactive activities for all. Make movies in the Spark exhibit, meet the mother of sci-fi in Mary & Her Monster, and test Ben Franklin's experiments in the Electricity Party Room while you tour our historic mansion and expansive gardens.

Photo credit: Hennepin History Museum

Explore local history in a former mansion in the Washburn-Fair Oaks Historic District. Learn about the rich history of Hennepin County; examine the case of Eliza Winston, an enslaved woman who sought freedom in Minnesota in 1860; immerse yourself in puppetry as activism with In The Heart of The Beast Puppet Theatre's 1983 Circle of Water Circus; and more!

Groove Lofts at Northstar Center reimagines a 1917 landmark into modern downtown living. Once a bank and corporate headquarters, this historic tower now offers unique loft‑style homes, expansive amenity spaces, and a direct connection to the birthplace of the Minneapolis skyway system—where past and present meet.

Photo credit: Jamie Sukow Photography

Kickernick Gallery is a Warehouse District art-forward venue designed for openings, exhibitions, and artist-centered events. Set inside the historic Kickernick Building, it pairs exposed brick, timber, and high ceilings with a clean, flexible layout that lets the work lead. Ideal for receptions, talks, launches, and collector gatherings.

The Minnesota African American Heritage Museum and Gallery (MAAHMG) focuses on the accomplishment and achievement of African Americans in the State of Minnesota since September 2018. The MAAHMG carries out this directive through exhibits, programs and events that educate and inform the public about the history, culture, and art of African Americans in Minnesota. We are a community gathering space where people meet and celebrate Black history. The Museum is free, accessible to all, and tours are provided.

The Dayton's Project marks the cultural renaissance of downtown Minneapolis. This newly restored 1.2 million square foot building reimagines the historic and beloved department store as mix between retail and office, offering a touch point in the heart of Minneapolis for community and a hub for business.

The mission at Hayes Window Restoration is to preserve the character of historic homes by restoring original windows. We honor past craftsmanship by developing a skilled team and helping homeowners become stewards of their homes. Learn about the building science behind historic wood windows and process of restoring a window from start to finish, including glass cutting and glazing demonstrations.

Open Book is a community gathering place dedicated to diverse and dynamic creativity, conversation, and collaboration rooted in the literary and book arts. Founded in 2000 by 3 organizations – The Loft Literary Center, Minnesota Center for Book Arts, and Milkweed Editions – now also the home of Weavers Guild of Minnesota, New Arab American Theater Works, Doorway Massage, Mayfly Design and FRGMNT Coffee.

The Lift Garage is an auto repair shop providing low-cost car repair and honest advice for Minnesotans, keeping us all safer on the roads. You will experience the inner workings of a repair shop, identify car parts and tools, and even see what it looks like underneath a car!

Photo credit: Adria Carpenter

Tour 32’ tall library stacks! The University of Minnesota Libraries Collections Facility was constructed in 2025 to house over 3 million books, journals, and other items efficiently and sustainably. Its high-density shelves maximize storage space, while a geothermal system provides an energy-efficient preservation environment.

Creative agency studio in the Warehouse District featuring polished concrete floors, exposed beams, and a 14-foot direct-view LED screen. Multiple lounge areas, a heritage-inspired full bar, and a dedicated conference room create a flexible, welcoming environment. Join Shinebox during Open Doors Minneapolis for an inside look at our space and work.

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The MWMO’s Stormwater Park and Learning Center showcases innovative green infrastructure, sustainable building systems, and engaging educational exhibits. Featuring visible stormwater solutions, renewable energy, community spaces, riverfront access, and arts-focused programming, the venue offers an immersive, inspiring environment for learning about water stewardship and environmental resilience.

House Of Balls is about to enter its 40th year of operation. For the first 28, it was in what is now known as the North Loop in downtown Minneapolis. For the last 11 years, it has resided on the West Bank, in a structure that was originally built as a service station.

SpringHouse Ministry Center is a part three separate church congregations from three different denominations — each one unique, yet with much in common. In addition, we serve as a meeting place for a wide variety of community groups.

Photo credit: Paul Kaefer

Quatrefoil Library was founded by Dick Hewetson and David Irwin in 1986. Dick often shares the story of how, early on, David was deeply concerned about people discovering gay materials when they visited. To keep things discreet, Dick suggested they tuck their gay materials in their linen closet. As word spread among their friends, more people began borrowing books, and the idea of creating a volunteer-run LGBTQ+ lending library took shape. Forty years later, we continue to hold space for queer voices and resources, resist censorship, and foster community.

Photo credit: Aaron Mark Photo Film

Theatre in the Round is one of very few local theatres with all operations under one roof. Its 27,500+ square feet houses the stage, rehearsal space, makeup and dressing rooms, a scenic shop and storage, costume shop and storage, props storage, offices, and more. The highlight of the space is the unique arena stage, originally designed by Ralph Rapson.

Marvel at the soaring 22-story atrium and historic fountains. Explore the County Board Room and courtrooms, enjoy the view from the Law Library, and learn about the building’s history, including its architect. Security screening is required for tower access.

Twin Cities Maker is a non-profit, volunteer-driven community of artists, engineers, and makers. Together, we operate a shared community workshop where you can build nearly anything you can imagine.

The Granada Theater, a 1927 Spanish Churrigueresque-style venue and city landmark, was redeveloped starting in 2018, reopening in 2020 with the Uptown Lobby. This extensive restoration, honoring its original "atmospheric" design, transformed it into a versatile event venue and restaurant. Today, it hosts around 200 events annually, blending historic significance with modern hospitality.

The preservation and adaptive reuse of the historic Nokomis Theater into the Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center sought to unearth, preserve, and restore as many original architectural details as possible. The building has come full circle: from a cultural amenity, to an arts center devoted to industrial art forms.

For over 40 years Architectural Antiques has specialized in deconstructing and salvaging unique pieces. We sell artifacts such as lighting fixtures, stained glass, built-ins, hardware, fireplace mantles, and ecclesiastical elements. Each piece that passes through the store is on its way to a new environment. Located in the heart of Northeast Minneapolis, we reside in a handsome 4 story brick and timber building. The building was originally a factory for Nash’s Coffee Company and used as such until 1946. Come and learn the history of the building and the treasures we have inside!

CLWS has been offering a dynamic educational experience for students ages 18 months to 8th grade for over 35 years. Join us for kids + family activities and tour our historic building, built in 1922 by Magney & Tusler (the architectural firm behind the Foshay Tower)!

Minneapolis is home to people of all ages who move through the city in different ways. Come and see how we keep traffic moving safety and smoothly.

The Minneapolis Club is a historic private city club and downtown pillar since 1883, offering refined dining, premier fitness facilities, and thoughtfully curated programming. Rooted in tradition, it serves as a hub for connection, culture, and community among professionals, providing a welcoming space to gather, engage, and build lasting relationships.

The Mpls Downtown Improvement District welcomes you to our Nicollet Community Space! Our Ambassadors patrol downtown, providing clean, green, and safe services and serving as friendly concierges. Pose for a photo with an Ambassador and sidewalk sweeper, play outdoor games and activities, and decorate and take a fairy door home!

Join us on May 9th to view demonstrations of three different printmaking techniques: Screenprint, Intaglio, and Relief, explore our space, and learn more about Highpoint Center for Printmaking! Demos will take place at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm.

The Yard: Where Joy Rises

The Yard is a vibrant urban community sauna space in South Minneapolis dedicated to sharing the Joy of Sauna. A sanctuary for connection and restoration, this multi-functional "third space" invites neighbors to gather and grow. Here, we believe those who sweat together, stay together—watch as community and Joy Rise together.

Photo credit: Metropolitan Council

Do you know what happens after you flush? Learn about our wastewater system, how we minimize the stinky odors connected to the process, and what happens to the water before it returns to the Mississippi River.

The Capri is an historic gem in the heart of North Minneapolis celebrating 100 years in 2027. Owned and operated by PCYC, a social service agency dedicated to youth and community development, the Capri is more than a theater - it is a cultural hub, fueling artistic innovation and creative entrepreneurship.

The Minneapolis Rowing Club (MRC) is a community organization dedicated to inspiring a lifelong passion for the sport of rowing. We offer learn to row programs, competitive teams, private lessons, and recreational rowing for adults and youth over the age of 11.

Built in 2022, Minneapolis’ newest fire station replaced one of the oldest. Come learn more about how our city’s firefighters work and live while on 24-hour shifts!

Photo credit: Rich Ryan Photography

Mixed Blood Theatre was the first mixed-race theater company in Minneapolis with an ensemble that featured ten African American employees and players, as well as six Native Americans and seven white people. The venue, in conjunction with the Penumbra Theatre, offered new opportunities for Black Minneapolitans to enter the world of theatre. Described by its founder Jack Reuler, as an “identity-conscious organization,” our theater continues to “disrupt injustices, advance equity, and build community.”

Opened in 2008, MacPhail Center for Music in Mill City is a vibrant, light-filled destination where music and art fill every floor. Designed by architect James Dayton with acoustics by Kirkegaard Associates, the building features visible teaching studios, inspiring performance spaces, and dynamic gathering areas support a powerful mission dating back to 1907, to transform lives through accessible, community-centered music education for all ages.

Photo credit: Lauren G. Professional Photos

Our building is co-owned by Redesign, LLC; Chris Montana of DuNord; Alicia Belton, of Urban Design Perspectives; and Janice Downing of CommonSense Consulting@Work. We invite you to visit our building and see how we create community with you, our renting and leasing partners, and the Longfellow Neighborhood.

The Open Arms of Minnesota Minneapolis Kitchen and Campus is home to the only organization in the Upper Midwest dedicated to preparing and delivering medically tailored meals at no cost to critically ill Minnesotans and their families.

Photo credit: Credit Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder

For over nine decades, the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder has served as a beacon of hope, a sentinel of justice, and a chronicler of Black history. The legacy of our newspaper is rooted in a commitment to civil rights advocacy and social justice, making it a steadfast champion of the communities we serve.

Explore one of Hugo Haeuser’s final Gothic Revival masterpieces of church design. Soaring vaulted ceilings, carved wood details, and stained-glass windows steeped in biblical and cultural imagery are just a few of the highlights of historic Diamond Lake Lutheran Church. A stained-glass scavenger hunt is fun for all ages; fuel up for your next destination with cookies and real Lutheran coffee. On Sunday, come early for the 9:30 am “big music” worship service.

Photo credit: Pedro Juan Fonseca

The Cowles Center houses the Goodale Theater, a space cradled by the remains of the Samuel S. Shubert Theater. A gem of a mid-size venue, the theater seats 503, with two levels of seating.

Experience the 1926 historic Mikro Kodesh orthodox synagogue that was converted to Disciples Ministry nondenominational church in 1980. The building, adapted for reuse, houses many walk-in coolers and freezers used to distribute perishable food by the truckload to thousands of needy Minnesotans. Meet Jeanine Arnopoulos who will share Pastor Paul's story.

Built in 1929, the Foshay Tower is a 32-story Art Deco landmark and former Minneapolis skyscraper icon. Now home to W Minneapolis – The Foshay, the building features the historic Foshay Museum and Observation Deck, offering panoramic city views and insight into the tower’s ambitious history.

Photo credit: KFAI 2025

See where Twin Cities community radio lives! Founded in 1978, KFAI is a registered 501(c)(3) noncommercial educational (NCE) community radio station. Our volunteer-powered broadcast is a destination for local news and information, arts and culture, and Twin Cities entertainment, serving listeners of diverse racial, social, and economic backgrounds.

Photo credit: Stan Waldhauser

Ever wonder what $4.6 million in cash looks like? Visit the most popular Doors Open venue to find out! While you’re here, have a seat on $1.7 million in shredded money, discover where the money in your wallet comes from and how it gets to you, uncover the security features on your bills, and more. Visitors must pass through a metal detector and have personal belongings X-rayed. Weapons are prohibited.

First Unitarian Society is the birthplace of congregational humanism. Every Sunday, the congregation gathers at a 10:30 assembly and subsequent mini meal, in our beautiful, mid-century modern building. During the week, over 30 groups meet to think, create, and take social action in the community.

At Utepils Brewing, beer is more than a beverage—it’s a shared experience. Nestled along Bassett Creek in Minneapolis, we honor European brewing traditions while creating a warm, welcoming space for community connection. Community is at the heart of Utepils. We partner with local artists, nonprofits, and businesses to create positive impact through charitable giving, event hosting, and creative collaboration. Get tickets here.

The Museum opens at 1:00 PM on Sunday, May 10.

Photo credit: The Museum of Russian Art

The Museum of Russian Art presents ten or more exhibitions each year, as well as concerts, lectures, and other unique events that explore Russian art and culture through the ages. The Museum’s multi-level galleries provide a tranquil and intimate setting for its dynamic array of exhibitions and programs.

Photo courtesy of Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board

The unique architecture and long history of the Wirth Home, built in 1910, provides a backdrop for learning about the role of Theodore Wirth and the development of the Minneapolis park system. Current resident Superintendent Al Bangoura will share his experiences living in the home and the efforts taking place to preserve it.

25 Groveland Terrace, home of the renowned Groveland Gallery surpassing 52 years, is an imposing castle-like structure within Lowry Hill in S. Minneapolis. This historic structure looks out from its hill behind the Walker Art Center and Sculpture Garden - elegantly facing our downtown Minneapolis skyline, surrounded by church steeples. For generations 25 Groveland Terrace has caught the eye of passers-by with massive granite masonry and vivid green tile roof. Built in 1894 from the same stone and builders as our beloved Minneapolis City Hall. We invite you to enjoy the porch view and interiors, with fine art, oval plaster ceilings, carriage house and Minneapolis history!

Kids are invited to bring their favorite Teddy Bears to our Clinic and Specialty Center for a special Teddy Bear Clinic. “The goal of this free event is to expose children to the medical environment before a traumatic situation occurs,” explains HCMC emergency physician Dr. Anna McFarlin. “In addition to preventing trauma, we hope to help children feel more comfortable in this setting and with the procedures that occur during a typical emergency department visit. Allowing Teddy – or any other stuffed animal – to participate demonstrates the friendly nature and loving goal of a visit.” Teddy Bears will be “admitted” and after being examined may have a variety of procedures performed including blood pressure and heart rate checks, injections, stitches, x-rays, or a splint or bandage placed on their paws. The Teddy Bear Clinic will feature Teddy Bear repairs and sew-ups, trauma prevention activities, ambulance and fire truck tours.