Carnegie Center

Carnegie Center

The perfect location for your special occasion

Weddings * Receptions * Meetings * Worship, meditation and prayer * Art exhibits * Bridal showers * Baby showers * Teas * Style shows * Piano recitals * Dance recitals * Music classes * Photo sessions * Family reunions * Parties * Banquets * Vacation Bible School * Scouting activities * Humanities lectures * Workshops * Seminars * Campaign rallies * Craft sales * Book sales * Kinder Song and MusikGarten classes * Music Makers activities * Musiktanz * Exercise classes * Family music * Birthday, Graduation, Retirement celebrations * Retreats * Meetings * Social dinners * Dance demonstrations * Student recitals * Opera galas * Your special occasion

Carnegie Center, 105 2nd Ave SE, Minot, ND 58701
For information or reservations, call 701-839-1993 or email carnegie@minot.com

Facilities

Wheelchair accessible * Fully-furnished kitchen * Well-maintained pianos * Hammond church organ * Pump organ * Video equipment * Fireplace * For small and large events (performance seating for up to 140)

The upper level contains s a flexible open space, high-ceilinged with elegant wood beams and pillars, a large formal fireplace and a grand piano. This area serves as a performing venue and as a center for a wide variety of social events. A distinctive collection of North Dakota pottery, an 1864 Steinway chest-grand piano, a 1902 pump organ and hand-painted antique mirror over the fireplace enhance the gracious atmosphere. The upper level also contains the kitchen. Located on the lower level are restrooms, the classroom, and the offices of the Carnegie Association and the Brass Band of Minot. The elevator makes all levels easily accessible for catering, decorating, wheelchairs and walkers. The Carnegie also provides event-planning resources and referrals for decorating ideas, musicians, florists, etc.

History

The Carnegie Center of Minot, North Dakota, was built in 1911 with funds provided by steel magnate Andrew Carnegie, and served as the Minot Public Library until 1965 when a new library was built. No longer in use, the building fell into a state of almost total disrepair until 1979 when the City Art League, a non-profit association, agreed to take on the task of renovation and operation. After major expenditures and countless hours of volunteer work, it was placed on the National Registry of Historic Places in 1980. Restored and renamed, the "Carnegie Center" opened in 1986.

Carnegie-Sponsed Activities

Admission-free Melodies and Memories programs featuring individuals and groups from the local area are presented monthly (sometimes several a month). Weekly music and movement classes for parents and children provide the foundation for lifetime music making and social development. The Carnegie also hosts monthly poetry circles and holiday family events.

Organization

In 1996 the governing board of the Carnegie Center was reconstituted as the Carnegie Association. The center has no paid staff. The building is maintained with money from three sources: Membership in the Carnegie Association, donations and rental fees for use of the center. Volunteers are always welcome to assist with events, cleaning, maintenance, restoration, promotion, decorating, tending plants and grounds care.

Rates

The Carnegie Center's rental fees are intentionally low to make this space available to everyone in the community regardless of financial situation. Additional donations are gratefully accepted.

Affiliations

The Carnegie Center is a member of the Minot Area Council of the Arts, and the Minot Area Alliance of Museums. The Carnegie's music and movement classes are provided by a licensed teacher of the Musikgarten early childhood music education program. Carnegie representatives are actively involved with other area performing arts organizations as well as advocates for arts accessibility for various special-needs populations.

Carnegie Center, 105 2nd Ave SE, Minot, ND 58701
For information or reservations, call 701-839-1993 or email carnegie@minot.com