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Rep. Dario Anselmo Invites Minnesotans to Capitol Grand Opening Celebration

Monday, July 24, 2017

A full weekend of entertainment and events at the People’s House will take place August 11-13

ST. PAUL, MN— Representative Dario Anselmo, R-Edina, is encouraging families, constituents and Minnesotans to attend the Minnesota State Capitol Grand Opening Celebration August 11-13 in Saint Paul. The event is a celebration of the completion of a four year restoration and renovation of Minnesota’s historic State Capitol building.

“The Capitol Grand Opening Celebration is a full weekend of fun events, and there will be things to see and do for Minnesotans of all ages,” said Rep. Anselmo. “The Capitol belongs to the people, and I encourage Edina residents to head to St. Paul and see the beautiful Capitol building restorations for themselves!”

Events over the weekend include a ribbon cutting, tours, hotdish panels, live performances, a kid zone, fireworks, an ice cream social, a craft beer garden, and much more. Full information on the schedule, ticketed events, transportation and Capitol renovations can be found at mn.gov/admin/capitol-grand-opening