Hosted by the Minnesota Regional Subcommittee of the ICAA Chicago–Midwest Chapter, this program includes a lecture and behind-the-scenes tour of two of Minnesota’s most significant civic buildings: the Minnesota State Capitol and the Minnesota Judicial Center.

The event will begin with a lecture by Michael Bjornberg (FAIA, CID, NCARB), NPS Qualified Historic Architect and the Minnesota Historical Society Site Manager. Michael led the Capitol Restoration, has worked on National Register buildings across the United States, and is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Minnesota teaches courses in Historic Preservation. The presentation will address the history, planning, and restoration of National Register–listed civic buildings, with emphasis on life safety, MEP integration, code compliance, and long-term stewardship.

Participants will then tour the Minnesota State Capitol, designed by Cass Gilbert, experiencing its Beaux-Arts architecture, integrated artwork, and engineering innovations, including the second-largest self-supported marble dome in the world. The tour includes access to the House, Senate, and historic Supreme Court chambers, as well as restored public spaces and previously non-public areas returned to use through the recent restoration.

The program concludes with a guided tour of the Minnesota Judicial Center, designed by Clarence Johnston Sr., exploring the operation of the Minnesota Supreme Court and how historic civic buildings continue to serve active governmental functions. ICAA Sponsored Cocktail Party to Follow.

By attending the event, professionals will receive 3.5 CEU’s.

Tour of Minnesota State Capitol & Judicial Center