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Andersen Building

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Andersen Building
540 Cedar St.
Saint Paul, MN 55101
651-431-2000

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Hours of Operation: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday

The building is located on the corner of Cedar and 11th Streets. Public and disability access is at the front entrance on Cedar Street.

All visitors must register at the information desk in the Andersen Building lobby.

How to Get Here

Access Information

The loading dock is located on the north side of the building, enter off 11th Street. Loading dock can accommodate straight trucks only; no semi-tractor trailers.

Building Occupants/Tenants

Department of Human Services

Cafeteria

The Transportation Cafe will be closed during the 2025 Legislative Session.

The Rathskeller (Capitol) Cafe is open during legislative sessions only.
Hours:    Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
                Friday, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

The Centennial Cafeteria will open for operation on Monday, January 6.
Hours:    Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
               Friday, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

All other cafeterias on the Capitol Complex remain closed

Catering service is available from Taher Capitol Complex Dining Services at 651-224-3004.

Year Built/Architect

2005/BWBR Architects

The building was named after Elmer L. Andersen, Minnesota's 30th Governor.

Building Area

412,012 square feet

Key Contact Information

Admin Facilities Management Service Line: 651-201-2300
Building Manager: Gene Peterman


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