THE LEGACY BUILDING
Where creativity finds space, support, and community
est. 2022
Located in South Minneapolis, The Legacy Building is a vibrant sanctuary for creativity, connection, and culture. Our space serves as a home for creatives, organizers, and community members—a dynamic hub to innovate, collaborate, and celebrate. Whether you're here to create in our studios, host an event, or gather with like-minded individuals, The Legacy Building is where visions take shape and community thrives.
Cultivating
culture | creativity | collaboration
Scenes from The Legacy Building: Highlights from the Unseen Voices artist exhibition. Center: exhibiting artist Savior Allen Knight. Right: exhibiting artist seangarrison, capturing powerful expressions through their work.
our spaces
explore Our Versatile Spaces
The Natural Light Studio is designed to inspire. With ceiling-height windows that fill the space with bright, natural light, it’s ideal for photography, video shoots, and creative projects of all kinds. The space is modular and equipped with mounted backdrops, giving you the flexibility to make it your own.
This space is perfect for pop-up markets, book launches, and small gatherings. Whether you're here to create, connect, or celebrate, the Natural Light Studio adapts to your vision, providing the perfect atmosphere to bring your ideas to life.
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280 square feet (20'x14')
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Ceiling-height windows
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Modular layout
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Mounted backdrops
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Bright, inviting atmosphere
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Our Gallery Space is a vibrant, adaptable setting perfect for showcasing art, workshops, and bringing people together. Located at the front of the building, with plenty of foot and street traffic, it ensures that your work gets the visibility it deserves. The space features ceiling-height windows that let in tons of natural light, bright open walls for displaying art, and a floor-to-ceiling chalk wall for creative expression. Plus, it’s connected to our Natural Light Studio, offering seamless flow for larger events or multiple setups.
Whether you're an artist looking to exhibit your creations, a community organizer planning an event, or someone in need of a unique venue, our Gallery Space can be tailored to your needs.
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396 square feet (22'x18')
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Ceiling-height windows providing tons of natural light
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Bright open walls ideal for art displays and exhibitions
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Floor-to-ceiling chalk wall
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Connected to the Natural Light Studio for expanded event flexibility
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Perfect for art exhibitions, workshops, and intimate gatherings
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Adaptable layout
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The Creative Studio is designed to bring bold ideas to life. It features mounted backdrops, a striking black carbon wall with 3D texture—perfect as a podcast backdrop—a green screen, and our Vibe Magazine Wall. The studio also includes a mounted projector for easy visuals, a Neon "Vibe Check" sign for added flair, and beautiful hardwood floors that provide an ideal foundation for movement-based activities.
This adaptable space is perfect for live music events, community gatherings, filming projects, workshops, dance classes, yoga, and so much more. Whether you're hosting an event, creating content, or building connections, the Creative Studio has the size, atmosphere, and resources to support your vision
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380 square feet (20'x19')
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Mounted backdrops
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Black carbon 3D wall
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Green screen
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Vibe Magazine Wall
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Mounted projector
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Hardwood floors
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Perfect for live music, large gatherings, workshops, dance, yoga, and more
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Modular setup
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Our Recording Studio is a fully-equipped space designed for professional-quality audio production. Featuring top-of-the-line vocal recording equipment, it includes industry-standard software such as Avid Pro Tools, Logic Pro, and Fruity Loops to bring your sound to life. The studio also boasts a dedicated recording sound booth for crystal-clear vocals and a comfortable seating area, creating an inviting environment for artists and producers to work seamlessly.
Whether you’re laying down vocals, producing beats, or fine-tuning a mix, our Recording Studio offers everything you need to create with confidence and ease.
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Fully equipped with vocal recording equipment
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Recording sound booth for high-quality audio capture
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Industry-standard software including Avid Pro Tools, Logic Pro, and Fruity Loops
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Ideal for vocal recording, music production, and audio projects
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Our Rehearsal Room is a fully equipped space designed for musicians to bring their best to every practice. Located in the lower level, it comes fully backlined with everything you need—bass and guitar amps, microphones, a drum kit, and keyboards—making it perfect for bands, solo artists, and creatives looking to refine their sound.
The Rehearsal Room is also connected to our arcade and kitchenette area, which includes a full-size refrigerator, sink, and prep space, providing a comfortable, energizing environment for longer sessions. Whether you need a place to rehearse for an upcoming gig or just a creative space to jam, our Rehearsal Room has you covered.
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Fully backlined with bass and guitar amps, microphones, drum kit, and keyboards
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Lower level location for privacy and focus
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Connected to arcade and kitchenette with a full-size refrigerator, sink, and prep space
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Ideal for band rehearsals, solo practice, and creative jam sessions.
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our upcoming events
events
our upcoming events
events
Saturday Morning Recovery Circle
A welcoming and affirming space for individuals on their recovery journey, with a focus on creating connection and support within diverse communities.
Every Saturday | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
@ The Legacy Building | 4024 E 46th St. MPLS 55406
Coffee and tea provided
Mamas Ignite Collective
A monthly gathering for mama artists to connect, create, and recharge. Enjoy performances, mini-workshops, dinner, and meaningful conversations in a supportive community. Childcare activities provided.
Last Monday of every month | 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
@ The Legacy Building | 4024 E 46th St. MPLS 55406
Dates: 03.31 | 04.28
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The Vegan Eats & Arts Market
The Vegan Eats & Arts Market features vegan food and drinks, gifts and goods, arts and more. Join us at The Legacy Building for a rotating variety of local small businesses, artists, and artisans.
Friday April 11, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
@ The Legacy Building | 4024 E 46th St. MPLS 55406
Free entry
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Soul of the Southside
Join us for the Soul of the Southside Juneteenth Festival, a vibrant, family-friendly celebration of Black culture, creativity, and liberation held on Thursday, June 19, 2025 (Juneteenth) at Minnehaha Ave. and East lake Street. in South Minneapolis.
Enjoy live performances, art exhibitions, a Black-owned business marketplace, immersive activities, wellness experiences, and family-centered programming — all rooted in our collective story of liberation and joy.
Thursday June 19, 2025 | 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
@ Minnehaha Ave. East Lake Street in South Minneapolis
Free entry
Our Legacy in Action
Building connections, celebrating culture, and empowering creativity.
SOUL OF THE SOUTHSIDE
Centering Kinship and Community
Born from the heart of The Legacy Building, Soul of the Southside Juneteenth Festival is an annual celebration of Black liberation, creativity, and community. From immersive art to family-friendly activities, this festival has grown into a cornerstone event for our community, drawing thousands to East Lake Street and Minnehaha Avenue in South Minneapolis each year.
By the Numbers
Our Impact
The Legacy Building uplifts the community through creative empowerment, cultural celebration, and collaborative events. Our milestones reflect our commitment to making a difference.
Authors Happy Hour @ Legacy Building 2023
250+ Creatives Supported
through affordable spaces, workshops, and resources
Stellar award winner, Jovonta Paton, filming @ The Legacy Building
75+ Community Events Hosted
fostering collaboration, community, and growth.
Jam session @ The Legacy Building 2023
100+ Families served
through Our Cozy Coat Initiative, providing warmth, care, and community support.
Fancy and Emmanuel Lanier-Duncan @ Springboard for the Arts, with their "COZY" coat drive pop-up, 2024
The community mural @ Soul of the Southside 2024
8,000+ Festival Attendees
celebrating Black culture, creativity, and connection at Soul of the Southside.
