Architectural Antiques: Behind the Salvage

Explore salvaged architectural treasures and hidden stories at Architectural Antiques—part of the City Stories festival.

Step inside Architectural Antiques for a guided tour of one of Minneapolis’ most unique and storied spaces.

On this 45-minute staff-led experience, you’ll explore a vast collection of salvaged architectural elements—each with its own history and second life. From stained glass and lighting fixtures to fireplace mantels and ornate hardware, this space offers a rare opportunity to see how pieces of the past are preserved, repurposed, and reimagined.

Located in the heart of Northeast Minneapolis, Architectural Antiques is housed in a striking four-story brick and timber building originally built as a factory for Nash Coffee Company. As you move through the space, you’ll not only discover remarkable artifacts, but also learn about the building itself and the role it has played in the city’s industrial and cultural history.

Whether you’re a design enthusiast, preservation advocate, or simply curious, this tour offers a fascinating look at the stories embedded in the built environment—and what it means to give them new life.

Photography Disclosure

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 Architectural Antiques

For over 40 years, Architectural Antiques has specialized in salvaging and repurposing unique architectural elements, from stained glass to fireplace mantels. Located in a historic four-story brick and timber building—once home to Nash Coffee Company—the space is filled with pieces on their way to new life. Discover the stories behind both the building and the treasures within.

About City Stories

City 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. This festival is produced by Rethos and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry's Minnesota Chapter. Buy tickets to other City Stories events here.