Minneapolis embraces world-class architecture, from the César Pelli-designed Minneapolis Central Library to the Endless Bridge of the Guthrie Theater, created by Jean Nouvel. But in the case of the University of Minnesota Twin Cities’ Weisman Art Museum along the Mississippi River, the elegant, curved, stainless steel-clad building—designed by Frank O. Gehry—is itself a work of art, on par with the expansive art collection found inside. As Arielle Sonnenschein, events manager at the Weisman Art Museum, notes, “The building is quite breathtaking and a really special little gem in Minneapolis.”
Corporate and nonprofit event planners might book The Dolly Fiterman Riverview Gallery, with views of the river and room for 250 standing, or The William G. Shepherd Room, which seats 120 for keynotes/lectures. Events also can be held in some of the other galleries. The museum has preferred caterers, although outside caterers are allowed with an additional fee.
“It’s a joy to work here,” says Sonnenschein. “I feel really proud of the work we do.”
