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Coliseum Building and Hall

National Register of Historic Places in Minneapolis
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The Coliseum Building and Hall is a historic structure in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. It is located in the Longfellow community at the intersection of East Lake Street and 27th Avenue South. The building was constructed in 1917 and originally served as a department store and dance hall. In 2020, the building was damaged by arson during riots after the murder of George Floyd. The Coliseum Building and Hall was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2022.

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Coliseum Building and Hall
East Lake Street, Minneapolis Longfellow

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East Lake Street 2700
55406 Minneapolis, Longfellow
Minnesota, United States
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Lake Street/Midtown station
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Martin Olav Sabo Bridge
Martin Olav Sabo Bridge

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