Judicial Center

The Judicial Center has reopened to the public for regular business hours, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; however, the public will not be admitted to attend in-person trials until a later, yet to be determined date.  The Library is open by appointment only.

The building is located on the corner of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Cedar Street, east of the State Capitol Building. Public and disability access is at the main entrance off Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, Boulevard. The doors facing Cedar Street are for exit only. 

How to Get Here

• There are three (3) Light Rail stations located in the Capitol Complex including the Robert Street Station, just east of the Judicial Center.
  
• There are many parking facilities on the complex that include pay stations for visitor parking.
• Parking contracts are available for employees.

Access Information

The loading dock is located on the north side of the building.

Building Occupants/Tenants

Minnesota Courts

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

1917/Clarence H. Johnston, Sr

Building Area

252,274 square feet

Key Contact Information

Admin Facilities Management Service Line: 651-201-2300
Building Manager:  Sam Shafer


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