Museums and Exhibits

Public Art: The Permanent Collection of Landmark Center

Landmark Center is undisputedly an architectural work of art – inside and out. Since its reopening in 1978 as a cultural center, it has acquired an impressive collection of art that is on display for the public viewing, at no cost to visitors. You can visit our permanent art collection online at this web page, along with links to learn more about the artists and the art forms and to find art projects that will allow you to create your own art in the spirit of these amazing artists.

North Gallery

Upcoming

Urban Observations: Three Points of View — Jim Lammers, James Nutt, & Don Thomas

May 11-July 31, 2025

Opening reception: Tuesday, May 13, 5:00-7:00pm

James Nutt, Jim Lammers, and Don Thomas have chosen a respite of sketching, drawing and painting, to SEE, observe, and just enjoy life. They have given themselves permission to play, create images, observe and slow down for a while. As Urban Observers, they enjoy sketching outside, in public and in the moment, yet each looks at the world differently. There is value in stopping, observing, and celebrating the small stories around us.

American Association of Woodturners Gallery of Wood Art

2nd Floor; Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday: 12 – 4pm, and by appointment. More information: 651.484.9094 or www.woodturner.org

The Gallery of Wood Art offers an often surprising and always engaging view of contemporary works created in wood and also features educational exhibits, a display of vintage lathes, and a gallery gift store offering turned items, books and DVDs. Group tours available with appointment. Masks required.

Heritage Organization of Romanian Americans In Minnesota

Suite 319; Sundays 1 – 3pm and by appointment

Visit the HORA Romanian American Cultural Center in room 319. This is a place where Romanian heritage, crafts, history, language, and music are showcased as an integral part of Minnesota’s diverse cultural landscape. Ask about the ongoing activities for children, youth, adults, and the elderly. HORA’s mission is to bring people together, raise public awareness, and create a stronger Romanian American community and a stronger Minnesota.

Landmark Gallery

Basement; Building hours

“A Landmark Reclaimed: From Federal Building to Community Icon” in the Landmark Gallery, a permanent exhibition located on the lower level of Landmark Center. The exhibit chronicles the history of Landmark Center and the people who made it the community icon it is today.

Ramsey County Historical Society

Mary Livingston Griggs & Mary Griggs Burke Research Center

Basement; Monday – Thursday, 12:30-4:30pm.

The Research Center contains non-circulating collections documenting the history of Ramsey County and St. Paul. The collection contains books, periodicals, city directories, maps, photographs, personal papers, business and organization records, architectural information, and materials on clubs, schools, and churches. Located in the lower level of Landmark Center.

RCHS Exhibition Gallery

1st floor; Open during building hours (please visit the Landmark Center home page for current information about building hours). Exhibit programs are free and open to the public. Get more information at their website: www.rchs.com

Schubert Club Music Museum

2nd Floor; Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday: 12 – 4pm, Saturday: 10am – 2pm. More info. or to make an appointment 651.292.3267 or schubert.org.

Schubert Club Music Museum’s recently renovated 4,500-square-foot space is located on the 2nd floor. Visitors can explore, discover and create music with instruments from around the globe in the Music Makers Zone. Be blown away by an instrument “tornado”, get inside the beat at the Wall of Percussion, and try your hand at the keyboard instruments and learn to play! In the Keyboard Journey, become immersed in the sights and sounds of Schubert Club’s keyboard collection – from 16th century spinets to iconic 20th century electro-mechanical keyboards. Explore the history and development of these instruments through the stories of their inventors, builders, and musicians, and hear from composers in their own words in the Gilman Ordway Manuscript Collection.

Building wide; Building hours

Uncle Sam Worked Here

A self-guided, interactive interpretive exhibit that gives visitors a glimpse into the life of Landmark Center as the Federal Building from 1902 to 1965: federal courts, wartime activities, Prohibition and gangsters, postal history (until 1974), immigration and citizenship, and more.

Learn more about the exhibit, click here.
Schedule a school tour or guided tour, email here.
View our video and interactive online program, click here. (Adobe Flash Player needed to run interactive.)