Harriet Island Pavilion
Harriet Island Pavilion, Historic pavilion at Harriet Island, Saint Paul, US.
Description
Harriet Island Pavilion is a building in Streamline Moderne style that sits along the Mississippi River with clean lines and Kasota limestone walls. Its open interior space faces the water and connects directly to the surrounding park grounds.
History
The building was constructed between 1941 and 1942 as part of a job-creation program during difficult economic times. Its limestone blocks came from the demolition of the old Saint Paul City Hall in 1933.
Culture
The pavilion was designed by Clarence W. Wigington, the first Black municipal architect in the United States, whose work shapes public spaces along the river. His designs continue to define how people gather in Saint Paul.
Practical
The space can be rented for different kinds of events and works well for small to medium gatherings. Visitors should know the grounds become windy and cold during winter months, so dress appropriately for the season.
Did you know?
The limestone blocks of the building are often overlooked, yet they are salvaged remains from a much older and well-known structure. This practice of reusing materials shows a practical approach to building that has returned to importance in recent years.
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