National Register of Historic Places

Minneapolis Armory

Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota
Listed
September 25, 1985
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
85002491

About this property

The Minneapolis Armory is a historic event center and former National Guard armory located in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Built by the Public Works Administration in 1936, the building was occupied by several Army and Naval Militia units of the Minnesota National Guard from its opening until 1985. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In addition to its military use, the armory hosted sporting events, political conventions, and music concerts. It was the home arena of the Minneapolis Lakers of the NBA (now the Los Angeles Lakers) during the 1959–1960 season and part-time home from 1947 through 1959. The armory held 8,000 people for basketball. Later used as a parking facility, the armory underwent renovations and was turned into an 8,400-person events center and concert venue. Since its reopening in 2018, it has hosted numerous musical performances, including during the weekend of Super Bowl LII.

Location

500--530 6th St., S.
Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota
44.97506, -93.26350

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Sources

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When was Minneapolis Armory listed on the National Register?

Minneapolis Armory was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 25, 1985.

What type of historic resource is Minneapolis Armory?

Minneapolis Armory is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Minneapolis Armory?

The period of significance for Minneapolis Armory is recorded as the industrial era.

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