The arts and cultural center, is the region s largest, offering theatre, education programs, and art exhibitions.
The building was constructed in 1904 as a library, one of many resulting from the philanthropy of late nineteenth/early twentieth century industrialist Andrew Carnegie.
Covington s is host to one of five remaining Carnegie auditoriums in the U.S. and has been an entertainment and arts venue since 1977.
The capital campaign was originally launched in the fall of 2019, led by co-chairs Otto M. Budig, Jr. and Sara Vance Waddell. It brought in $2 million of the organization s $3.5 million goal.
“The Carnegie’s role in the community and the region at large cannot be understated,” said Budig, who is also the Carnegie’s past board president. “A pillar for the arts, the Carnegie inspires creativity for which many organizations strive. A successful capital campaign guarantees this building will continue to spearhead diverse, culturally rich programming and arts educa
Happenings around the lakes area
Several Polar Fest-related events have been canceled or postponed due to the extreme cold temperatures anticipated for the lakes area this weekend. Visit polarfestdl.com for an updated schedule. 12:00 pm, Feb. 13, 2021 ×
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Happenings: Poles N Holes postponed to Feb. 13
The Detroit Lakes Breakfast Rotary Club s 10th annual Poles N Holes Ice Fishing Derby has been postponed from Feb. 6 until Saturday, Feb. 13. See the Feb. 13 calendar listing for details. 3:16 pm, Feb. 4, 2021 ×
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