Modern on the Mall: Architecture at the University of Minnesota - Sold Out!

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See the University of Minnesota in a new way—explore its modern architecture on a guided walking tour. Part of the City Stories Festival.

Coffman Memorial Union

2026 City Stories Events

Take a look at these individual events that are part of City Stories, a multi-day festival celebrating the architecture, history, and cultural stories of the Twin Cities.

Explore the bold modern architecture that reshaped the University of Minnesota's East Bank.Join modernism expert Bobak Ha’Eri and Docomomo US/MN for a 90-minute guided walking tour highlighting the striking buildings and design ideas that define this era of campus development. From innovative materials to new ways of thinking about space, this tour reveals how modernism transformed both the physical landscape and the academic experience on the University's East Bank.Whether you're an architecture enthusiast, design professional, or simply curious about the spaces you move through every day, this tour offers a deeper look at one of the Twin Cities’ most dynamic architectural environments.<h3>What to Expect</h3><ul><li>90-minute outdoor walking tour</li><li>Expert-led insights on modern architecture</li><li>Exploration of key campus buildings and design concepts</li></ul>

<h3>Additional Information</h3><ul><li>Meet outside of Coffman Memorial Union at the Cube</li><li>This is a walking tour; please wear comfortable shoes</li><li>The route includes occasional opportunities to sit</li><li>Tour will take place rain or shine</li></ul>

<h3>Photography Disclosure</h3>Rethos staff, volunteers and contract employees may document this event for future promotional materials, fundraising or advertising of Rethos as well as Doors Open and City Stories events. By attending this event, participants grant full permission to Rethos to use photographs, videotapes, motion pictures, or any other record of this event, for any legitimate purpose without any monetary payment.If you prefer not to be photographed, please notify a member of the event staff.

About City StoriesCity Stories is a multi-day festival celebrating the architecture, history, and cultural stories of the Twin Cities through tours, talks, and experiences across the region. Buy tickets to other City Stories events <a href="https://www.rethos.org/city-stories" title="https://www.rethos.org/city-stories" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>.About Docomomo US/MNDocomomo US/MN is dedicated to the documentation and conservation of buildings, sites, and neighborhoods of the modern movement.

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