Metropolitan Opera House

The Metropolitan Opera House is an opera house in Grand Forks featuring a brick facade and architectural details typical of early 20th century construction. Inside, the building contains performance spaces designed with acoustics suitable for musical presentations.

Architect Warren Dunnell designed the building when such structures expressed community pride and cultural ambitions. The building later received listing on the National Register of Historic Places for its architectural value.

The opera house serves the community as a gathering place where performances and public events bring people together. Visitors experience how the space remains central to local cultural life.

The building sits in a central location with clear pathways to entrances and facilities. Visitors should confirm current event schedules and accessibility details before planning a visit.

The building originally served as a movie theater as well as an opera venue, reflecting how such structures needed to serve multiple purposes. This dual use reveals practical decisions made in early 20th century entertainment spaces.

Location: Grand Forks

Architects: Warren Dunnell

Address: 116 S. 3rd Street, Grand Forks, ND 58201

GPS coordinates: 47.92389,-97.02861

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:47