Northern Pacific Railroad Shops of Brainerd, Minnesota

Abstract

An adaptive reuse of the old Northern Pacific Railroad yard in Brainerd, Minnesota. This project will aim to restore the once bustling character of a site at the heart of the city. Comprising of 47 acres, the site includes several abandoned buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. Conformance to the Secretary of Interior's guidelines on buildings of the National Register will be followed for design consideration. A better utilization will include commercial, residential, and other tourist related functions, as well a rail link with other regional communities (Fargo, St. Cloud, Duluth, and Twin Cities). Linking people to other cities and old world charm atmosphere will be driving force behind the site. A phase in the design will be a consideration to allow for the project get underway.