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History Social: Graham Park

  • Chateau Theatre 15 1st Street Southwest Rochester, MN, 55902 United States (map)

History Social: Graham Park

with Steve Flint, Graham Site Manager

Thursday, April 23

5:30 pm | Doors
6:00 pm | Speaker
6:30 pm | Social / Q&A

Free and open to the public. Concessions available for purchase.

Meet Steve Flint, Graham Site Manager, who will discuss the incredible history of the Works Progress Administration (WPA) limestone buildings at Graham Park. The talk may touch on the recent restoration of the garage as well as Floral Hall/Building 31's (built 1938) restoration & use as a wedding venue, perimeter stone walls, blacksmith shop, as well as the changes taking place in the area of the former Building 41.

Prepare for the talk by reading the full report collated (2013) in collaboration with local historical consultants Jane Bisel and Stevenson Williamson of Blue Planet Museum Consulting: WPA Graham Park Report

Future History Socials:

Wednesday, May 13 | Lowertown Neighborhood
Wednesday, June 17 | Time Theatre

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