Climb To The Top
2025-07-02 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Landmark Center, 75 5th St W, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Enjoy a rare opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes exploration of Landmark Center’s North Tower. Get a bird’s eye view of downtown Saint Paul by climbing the steps and walking through a secret door to get to the top. This is the one rooftop you don’t want to miss this summer. Don’t forget your camera!
* Accessible only via stairs, 61 steps total from the 6th floor landing to the top. Or skip the elevator all together and climb the 198 stairs from the first floor.
Free, Self-guided, No reservations required.
Additional Climb to the Top Dates:

Wednesday, August 6th: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Check out our interview with WCCO & CBS News Minnesota about the North Tower & Climb to the Top from June 4, 2024.

Moment Sketching Workshop with Jim Lammers
2025-07-05 12:00 - 14:00 | Landmark Center, 75 5th St W, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Learn to draw and get more out of traveling! ‘Moment sketching’ is capturing the moment, expressing how you feel about what you are observing and sketching. It’s the perfect approach for traveling because it will help you become more observant and expand your experience.
“There is a tremendous difference between seeing a thing without a pencil in your hand and seeing it while drawing it.” – Leonardo Da Vinci
This class will introduce drawing and design concepts (line, shape, value, perspective, shade, shadow, composition) in a supportive atmosphere. The idea is to do a rough sketch that is not overly detailed, to simply observe and then sketch. Don’t pressure yourself to be accurate (accuracy is for cameras) but rather get into a rhythm and sketch from the right side of your brain. We’ll use the interesting architecture around and within Landmark Center.
This workshop will meet at Landmark Center in Courtroom 408. The workshop will move about the building to sketch different areas.
All supplies will be provided! If you’d like to bring a lunch or something to drink, you are welcome to do so.
This workshop is free to attend, but registration is required as spots are limited. Secure your spot here, or call 651-292-3063 to register.

Public Building Tour
2025-07-06 12:30 - 13:15, 2025-07-13 12:30 - 13:15, 2025-07-20 12:30 - 13:15, 2025-07-27 12:30 - 13:15, 2025-08-03 12:30 - 13:15, 2025-08-10 12:30 - 13:15 | Landmark Center, 75 5th St W, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Join a Landmark Center volunteer tour guide for a free building tour. Learn about the building’s history, gangster connections, and restoration. Tours are held every Sunday, walk-ins are welcome and no reservation is needed.
Tours begin at the Information Desk at 12:30 pm and are 45 minutes in length.

HORA: The Art of Romanian Textiles
2025-07-06 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-13 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-20 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-27 13:00 - 15:00 | HORA – MN – Suite 319, 75 5th St. W., Suite 319, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Visit the Romanian American Cultural Center any Sunday in July from 1-3 pm for an enlightening special exhibit where you can delve into the rich tapestry of Romanian textiles. Discover how intricate embroidery and beautifully woven carpets not only reflect the natural world but also serve as a bridge between diverse communities.
Romanian textile art is a celebration of nature’s beauty, with motifs that capture the essence of flora and fauna, transforming them into stunning patterns that adorn traditional garments and home decor. These textiles tell stories of heritage, craftsmanship, and the shared human experience, highlighting how art can both distinguish and connect cultures.
Come and explore the fascinating world of Romanian textiles, learn about the techniques and symbolism behind the designs, and appreciate the artistry that has been passed down through generations.

It Happened Here First: Saint Paul's Origins Walking Tour
2025-07-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Kellogg Park
Stand where Saint Paul began and walk through its origin tales and historic towers to its anticipated future. Please make sure to arrive and find parking by 9:50 am, tours depart at Kellogg Park (at the Kellogg Blvd/Robert Street entrance) PROMPTLY at 10 am. Tours go out rain or shine (except during severe weather). The tour groups are limited to 20 participants.
Please also note that this tour has minimal walking throughout Kellogg Park.
Also note that if potential lightning is in the forecast for the time of the tour, or one hour prior, tours will not take place. Be sure to check our social media page for the most up-to-date information in the case of inclement weather.
June tour date reservations will be open as of May 5th. July tour date reservations will be open on June 2nd, and August tour date reservations will be open on July 7th.
Questions? Please contact Emma at espooner@landmarkcenter.org or 651.292.3063.

Music on the Cortile: Laamar
2025-07-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Musser Cortile – Landmark Center, 75 5th St. W., Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Music on the Cortile (previously known as Music from the Porch and Music in the Café) presents live performances by musicians in the picturesque Musser Cortile at Landmark Center. Taking place over four Wednesday lunch hours, these concerts offer an opportunity to hear talented local musicians. Best of all, they’re free and open to everyone. Attendees are encouraged to bring their lunch to enjoy during the concert.
July 9: Laamar
LAAMAR is the latest project led by Minneapolis-based singer, songwriter, saxophonist, and composer Geoffrey Lamar Wilson. Former frontman of Brooklyn-based Jus Post Bellum, Wilson is also known for his multilayered looped saxophone performances and catchy podcast ditties (Terrible, Thanks for Asking). On the band’s debut EP, Flowers, Wilson blends his idiomatic inspirations bridging folk, soul, R&B, and country with a constant ear toward racial and social justice issues and the shared human experience.
Check out an MPR interview with Laamar from February 12, 2025.
Other Music on the Cortile Dates:
July 30: Laura Hugo
August 13: Ray Bonneville

Summer Nights in Rice: Boiled in Lead
2025-07-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Rice Park, 109 W 4th St, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Join us for Summer Nights in Rice featuring Boiled in Lead!Celebrate summer with live music, dancing, and community vibes at Summer Nights in Rice, a free outdoor concert series held on select Thursdays from 5–7 PM, June through September, in beautiful Rice Park.July 10th features the Celtic punk and world music sounds of Boiled In Lead, the longest-running Celtic punk band in America, and an important part of the foundation of what became Minnesota punk rock. Boiled in Lead features Todd Menton (vocals, guitar, mandolin, bodhrán, whistle), Drew Miller (bass guitar, dulcimer), Morris Engel (drum kit) and Haley Olson (violin, vocals). Enthusiastic, powerful, technically brilliant, playing a wealth of instruments with extreme dynamics, Boiled In Lead routinely demolishes genres with its highly-identifiable sound.
Grab a bite or sip at a nearby restaurant, then enjoy an evening of incredible local talent, festive energy, and warm-weather fun. After the show, keep the night going by heading to Lowertown Sounds in nearby Mears Park for even more live music!
Upcoming Summer Nights in Rice performances:

July 31 – Kendra Glenn Band
August 7 – Café Accordion Orchestra
August 21 – International Reggae All Stars

Summer Nights in Rice is supported in part by a Cultural STAR grant through the City of Saint Paul and other generous sponsors.

Ordway Inside Out: The String Queens
2025-07-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Rice Park, 109 W 4th St, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Ordway Inside Out is an initiative of the Arts Partnership (Minnesota Opera, the Ordway, The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, and Schubert Club) that utilizes digital technology to dramatically increase access to artistic programming in Saint Paul. Presented in coordination with the Saint Paul Downtown Alliance and Saint Paul Parks Conservancy, it provides audiences with the opportunity to experience free performances from all four organizations, streamed onto a giant 23′ x 13′ video wall in Rice Park.
The Ordway Inside Out series will begin with Christmas in July, featuring a presentation of The String Queens from their December performances at the Ordway. Returning with their signature soulful, orchestral sound, they share Our Favorite Things, music from their holiday album, and more seasonal favorites in a summer throwback to the wintry season. This recorded performance will take place on July 12 at 7 p.m. in Rice Park.
Rain date: Sunday, July 13 at 7 p.m.

Great River Walking Tour
2025-07-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Upper Landing Park, 206 Shepard Rd, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Learn about Saint Paul’s start and its relationship with the Mississippi River, while observing the beautiful view of the river and its surrounding areas. Please make sure to arrive and find parking by 9:50 am, tours meet and depart from Upper Landing Park (Shepard Rd. & Eagle Pkwy.) PROMPTLY at 10 am. Tours go out rain or shine (except during severe weather). The tour groups are limited to 20 participants.
Please note this is a walking tour that covers approximately 1/2 mile.
Also note that if potential lightning is in the forecast for the time of the tour, or one hour prior, tours will not take place. Be sure to check our social media page for the most up-to-date information in the case of inclement weather.
June tour date reservations will be open as of May 5th. July tour date reservations will be open on June 2nd, and August tour date reservations will be open on July 7th.
Questions? Please contact Emma at espooner@landmarkcenter.org or 651.292.3063.

Red Bird Chapbooks Poetry Reading and Open Mic Night
2025-07-18 18:30 - 20:00 | Courtroom 430 – Landmark Center, 75 5th St. W., Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Join Red Bird Chapbook Press for an evening of poetry on Friday, July 18, from 6:30–8:00 p.m. in Courtroom 430 at Landmark Center. The event will feature a reading from their latest chapbook publication, EXILED by Nigerian poet Chiwenite Onyekwelu.
An Open Mic will follow the featured reading. This event is free and open to the public, light refreshments will be served.

Woodturning Demonstration
2025-07-20 13:00 - 16:00 | AAW Gallery of Wood Art – Landmark Center, 75 5th St. W., Suite 222, Saint Paul, MN, 55104, United States
Experience the magic of woodturning with the American Association of Woodturners’ (AAW) free demonstrations held every third Sunday, 1–4 pm, at the Gallery of Wood Art. Watch as expert turners from the American Association of Woodturners’ transform blocks of wood into spinning tops and other creative treasures — shavings flying and creativity flowing! This is a family-friendly, informative, fun, and free experience you won’t want to miss!

Rice Park Walking Tour
2025-07-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Landmark Center, 75 5th St W, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
This tour takes you back in time to learn the secrets of one of the city’s oldest and most beloved parks and the unique buildings that surround it. Please make sure to arrive and find parking by 9:50 am, tours depart from Landmark Center’s Visitor Information Center PROMPTLY at 10 am. Tours are held rain or shine (except in severe weather). The tour groups are limited to 20 participants.
Please note that this is a walking tour that covers approximately 1/4 of a mile.
Also note that if potential lightning is in the forecast for the time of the tour, or one hour prior, tours will not take place. Be sure to check our social media page for the most up-to-date information in the case of inclement weather.
June tour date reservations will be open as of May 5th. July tour date reservations will be open on June 2nd, and August tour date reservations will be open on July 7th.
Questions? Please contact Emma at espooner@landmarkcenter.org or 651.292.3063.

Music on the Cortile: Laura Hugo
2025-07-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Musser Cortile – Landmark Center, 75 5th St. W., Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Music on the Cortile (previously known as Music from the Porch and Music in the Café) presents live performances by musicians in the picturesque Musser Cortile at Landmark Center. Taking place over four Wednesday lunch hours, these concerts offer an opportunity to hear talented local musicians. Best of all, they’re free and open to everyone. Attendees are encouraged to bring their lunch to enjoy during the concert.
July 30: Laura Hugo
Laura Hugo is an Indigenous singer/songwriter from Teec Nos Pos, AZ located in the Navajo Nation. She moved to Minnesota in 2010 to pursue her music and has since played all over the Twin Cities and around the Midwest. She has used her experiences with grief, mental health and general confusion about her place in the world to write honest and relatable songs.
Check out Laura’s Emerging Artist Showcase Session for the Current from February 2023.
Other Music on the Cortile Dates:
August 13: Ray Bonneville

Summer Nights in Rice: Kendra Glenn Band
2025-07-31 17:00 - 19:00 | Rice Park, 109 W 4th St, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Join us for Summer Nights in Rice featuring Kendra Glenn Band! Celebrate summer with live music, dancing, and community vibes at Summer Nights in Rice, a free outdoor concert series held on select Thursdays from 5–7 PM, June through September, in beautiful Rice Park. July 31st features the Kendra Glenn Band. A native of Chicago IL, Kendra Glenn, the product of a musical family, realized her gift of singing at the tender age of 10 when she began singing in the church choir. Throughout her 23 years of performing, Kendra Glenn has been a studio session singer for Andy Kotz productions and the well-known Pachyderm studios; sung backgrounds for national recording artists (including former Buddy Guy blues guitarist Scott Holt, Prince protégé Sue Ann Carwell, and Andre Fischer, Grammy award winning writer and producer for Rufus and Chaka Khan); and opened for national recording acts such as Blues sensation Bernard Allison, Rolls Royce, Dazz Band, and Cameo. In addition to the Kendra Glenn Band (KGB), she’s worked with several local bands in the Twin Cities.
Grab a bite or sip at a nearby restaurant, then enjoy an evening of incredible local talent, festive energy, and warm-weather fun. After the show, keep the night going by heading to Lowertown Sounds in nearby Mears Park for even more live music!
Upcoming Summer Nights in Rice performances:

August 7 – Café Accordion Orchestra
August 21 – International Reggae All Stars

Summer Nights in Rice is supported in part by a Cultural STAR grant through the City of Saint Paul and other generous sponsors.

Ordway Inside Out: Schubert Club
2025-08-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Rice Park, 109 W 4th St, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Ordway Inside Out is an initiative of the Arts Partnership (Minnesota Opera, the Ordway, The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, and Schubert Club) that utilizes digital technology to dramatically increase access to artistic programming in Saint Paul. Presented in coordination with the Saint Paul Downtown Alliance and Saint Paul Parks Conservancy, it provides audiences with the opportunity to experience free performances from all four organizations, streamed onto a giant 23′ x 13′ video wall in Rice Park.
On Saturday, August 2 at 7 p.m. in Rice Park, enjoy Schubert Mixology @ Amsterdam with Bradley Greenwald and Friends (recorded February 2025)
Rain date: Sunday, August 3 at 7 p.m.

HORA: Sounds of Romania - Exploring a Rich Musical Heritage
2025-08-03 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-10 13:00 - 15:00 | HORA – MN – Suite 319, 75 5th St. W., Suite 319, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Visit the Romanian American Cultural Center every Sunday in August from 1-3 pm for an engaging journey through the rich and diverse world of Romanian music. Learn about different aspects of Romania’s musical heritage, from its earliest folk traditions to modern sounds that continue to shape the country’s identity.

The Roots of Romanian Music – Explore the history of Romanian folk music, its influences, and the role it has played in preserving national identity.
Traditional Instruments & Sounds – Discover the unique sounds of Romania’s traditional instruments, from the pan flute to the cobza, and learn about their significance.
The Diversity of Romanian Music – Dive into the variety of Romanian musical genres, including folk, classical, and pop, and how they evolved over time.
Iconic Songs & Singers – Celebrate Romania’s most beloved artists and their contributions to both national and international music.

Whether you’re passionate about music or simply curious to learn, this program offers insight into the melodies, rhythms, and voices that define Romania’s rich musical landscape.

Heart of the City Walking Tour
2025-08-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Landmark Center – North Foyer
Enjoy some of Saint Paul’s most historic landmarks on this tour that takes you through the heart of the city. Please make sure to arrive and find parking by 9:50 am, tours depart from Landmark Center’s North Hamm Foyer (Entrance on 6th Street) PROMPTLY at 10 am. Tours are held rain or shine (except in severe weather). The tour groups are limited to 20 participants.
Please note that this is a walking tour that covers approximately 1/4 of a mile.
Also note that if potential lightning is in the forecast for the time of the tour, or one hour prior, tours will not take place. Be sure to check our social media page for the most up-to-date information in the case of inclement weather.
June tour date reservations will be open as of May 5th. August tour date reservations will be open on July 7th.
Questions? Please contact Emma at espooner@landmarkcenter.org or 651.292.3063.

Climb to the Top
2025-08-06 11:00 - 13:00 | Landmark Center, 75 5th St W, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Enjoy a rare opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes exploration of Landmark Center’s North Tower. Get a bird’s eye view of downtown Saint Paul by climbing the steps and walking through a secret door to get to the top. This is the one rooftop you don’t want to miss this summer. Don’t forget your camera!
* Accessible only via stairs, 61 steps total from the 6th floor landing to the top. Or skip the elevator all together and climb the 198 stairs from the first floor.
Free, Self-guided, No reservations required.
Check out our interview with WCCO & CBS News Minnesota about the North Tower & Climb to the Top from June 4, 2024.

Summer Nights in Rice: Café Accordion Orchestra
2025-08-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Rice Park, 109 W 4th St, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Join us for Summer Nights in Rice featuring Café Accordion Orchestra! Celebrate summer with live music, dancing, and community vibes at Summer Nights in Rice, a free outdoor concert series held on select Thursdays from 5–7 PM, June through August, in beautiful Rice Park. Grab a bite or sip at a nearby restaurant, then enjoy an evening of incredible local talent, festive energy, and warm-weather fun. After the show, keep the night going by heading to Lowertown Sounds in nearby Mears Park for even more live music!
Dan Newton’s Café Accordion Orchestra (CAO) performs an eclectic mix full of French flare, Latin heat and Bohemian attitude and has been delighting audiences and dancers alike since 1995. Their high level of musicianship and passion for performance makes them an entertaining concert act as well as a great dance band. CAO is led by Dan Newton on accordion and vocals, with Eric Mohring on mandolin, violin and vocals, Mike Cramer on guitar and vocals, Erik Lillestol on bass and vocals and Joe Steinger on percussion.
Upcoming Summer Nights in Rice performances:

August 21 – International Reggae All Stars

Ordway Inside Out: Minnesota Opera
2025-08-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Rice Park, 109 W 4th St, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Ordway Inside Out is an initiative of the Arts Partnership (Minnesota Opera, the Ordway, The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, and Schubert Club) that utilizes digital technology to dramatically increase access to artistic programming in Saint Paul. Presented in coordination with the Saint Paul Downtown Alliance and Saint Paul Parks Conservancy, it provides audiences with the opportunity to experience free performances from all four organizations, streamed onto a giant 23′ x 13′ video wall in Rice Park.
On Saturday, August 9 at 7 p.m. in Rice Park, enjoy Cruzar a la Cara de la Luna presented by Minnesota Opera (recorded November 2023).
Rain date: Sunday, August 10 at 7 p.m.
