Watson Block

Watson Block Watson Block is your premier event venue in Minneapolis, combining historic charm with modern elegance.
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Experience the perfect blend of sophistication and warmth in a venue that celebrates the unique character of your event.

From celebrating diversity to embracing bold colors, 2025 is all about making your wedding uniquely yours. Whether it’s ...
02/06/2025

From celebrating diversity to embracing bold colors, 2025 is all about making your wedding uniquely yours. Whether it’s a minimalist design or creating personalized experiences, the trends are all about authenticity and connection. πŸŒΈπŸ’

Which trend are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️

π‘ͺπ’π’π’”π’Šπ’…π’†π’“π’Šπ’π’ˆ 𝒂 π’Žπ’Šπ’„π’“π’ π’˜π’†π’…π’…π’Šπ’π’ˆ?They are all about intimacy and personalization, making every detail meaningful. With fewer ...
02/05/2025

π‘ͺπ’π’π’”π’Šπ’…π’†π’“π’Šπ’π’ˆ 𝒂 π’Žπ’Šπ’„π’“π’ π’˜π’†π’…π’…π’Šπ’π’ˆ?

They are all about intimacy and personalization, making every detail meaningful. With fewer guests, couples can focus on what truly matters and create unforgettable memories.

πŸ“· Melissa Mikesell photography
πŸ–ŒοΈ Custom Keepsake Drawings by Michelle Glanville
🍽️ Green Mill Catering
πŸŒ† Watson Block

We know how important it is for couples to stay present and engaged with their guests on their special day. That’s why o...
02/04/2025

We know how important it is for couples to stay present and engaged with their guests on their special day. That’s why our expert venue team takes care of all the behind-the-scenes transitionsβ€”from ceremony to reception and even from dinner to the dance floor! πŸ’« We ensure everything flows seamlessly, allowing you to enjoy every moment without worrying about the details. Relax, celebrate, and let us handle the rest! πŸ₯‚

Contact us today to get started planning ➑️ https://heyor.ca/LiYBBI

πŸ“· Haley Aurora Photography
🍽️ Sterling Catering
Dessert: Nikkolette's Macarons
Day of Coordinator: Champagne & Lace
🎡 Instant Request DJ Entertainment

✨ 2025 wedding dates are filling up fast, but we still have select prime dates available! ✨If you're ready to say "I do"...
02/03/2025

✨ 2025 wedding dates are filling up fast, but we still have select prime dates available! ✨

If you're ready to say "I do" at an unforgettable venue, now's your chance! πŸ’β€οΈ Inquire today to secure your spot and start planning the wedding of your dreams.

Don't waitβ€”your perfect date is just a inquiry away! https://heyor.ca/LiYBBI

π‘³π’π’π’Œπ’Šπ’π’ˆ 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒇𝒆𝒄𝒕 π’ˆπ’“π’‚π’…π’–π’‚π’•π’Šπ’π’ π’‘π’‚π’“π’•π’š π’Šπ’…π’†π’‚π’”? πŸŽ“Let’s create a celebration that will leave everyone talking. From uniqu...
01/30/2025

π‘³π’π’π’Œπ’Šπ’π’ˆ 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒇𝒆𝒄𝒕 π’ˆπ’“π’‚π’…π’–π’‚π’•π’Šπ’π’ π’‘π’‚π’“π’•π’š π’Šπ’…π’†π’‚π’”? πŸŽ“

Let’s create a celebration that will leave everyone talking. From unique themes to unforgettable moments, we’ve got you covered! https://heyor.ca/s4OTtA

𝑳𝒆𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 π’π’Šπ’ˆπ’‰π’• π’”π’‰π’Šπ’π’† 𝒐𝒏 π’šπ’π’–π’“ 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕! ✨With multiple stunning chandeliers, our space adds timeless elegance and charm to ev...
01/28/2025

𝑳𝒆𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 π’π’Šπ’ˆπ’‰π’• π’”π’‰π’Šπ’π’† 𝒐𝒏 π’šπ’π’–π’“ 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕! ✨

With multiple stunning chandeliers, our space adds timeless elegance and charm to every celebration. Each one creates a warm, inviting glow that sets the perfect mood for your unforgettable day.

𝑡𝒐 𝒂𝒍𝒄𝒐𝒉𝒐𝒍? 𝑡𝒐 π’‘π’“π’π’ƒπ’π’†π’Ž!We’ve got you covered with non-alcoholic beverage options for your event. Enjoy a celebration tha...
01/24/2025

𝑡𝒐 𝒂𝒍𝒄𝒐𝒉𝒐𝒍? 𝑡𝒐 π’‘π’“π’π’ƒπ’π’†π’Ž!

We’ve got you covered with non-alcoholic beverage options for your event. Enjoy a celebration that’s tailored to your vision!

A big thank you to Marion for sharing such kind words! We’re so grateful to have been part of your special day and appre...
01/20/2025

A big thank you to Marion for sharing such kind words! We’re so grateful to have been part of your special day and appreciate your trust in us. Here’s to many more unforgettable moments!

"Our wedding day at Watson Block was everything we dreamed of and more! Gaby made the entire process seamless, from start to finish. The venue itself is so beautiful, and was perfect for our smaller intimate wedding. Would highly recommend Watson Block to any one, it’s the perfect wedding venue!"

We’re beyond excited to be recognized by The Knot! 😍 Here’s to making 2025 even more unforgettable for couples! Thank yo...
01/17/2025

We’re beyond excited to be recognized by The Knot! 😍 Here’s to making 2025 even more unforgettable for couples! Thank you for trusting us to be part of your big day.

2025 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒑𝒍𝒆𝒔, π’šπ’π’–π’“ 𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆 π’”π’•π’π’“π’š π’•π’‚π’Œπ’†π’” 𝒄𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓 π’”π’•π’‚π’ˆπ’† π’•π’‰π’Šπ’” π’šπ’†π’‚π’“!Let’s bring your dream wedding to life, from the first look t...
01/16/2025

2025 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒑𝒍𝒆𝒔, π’šπ’π’–π’“ 𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆 π’”π’•π’π’“π’š π’•π’‚π’Œπ’†π’” 𝒄𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓 π’”π’•π’‚π’ˆπ’† π’•π’‰π’Šπ’” π’šπ’†π’‚π’“!

Let’s bring your dream wedding to life, from the first look to the final toast. This is the moment you’ve been waiting forβ€”let’s make that dream come true! https://heyor.ca/LiYBBI

πŸ“· Abigail Ann Photography

π‘¬π’π’ˆπ’‚π’ˆπ’†π’Žπ’†π’π’• 𝒔𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒐𝒏 π’Šπ’” π’Šπ’ 𝒇𝒖𝒍𝒍 π’”π’˜π’Šπ’π’ˆ! ❀️It’s the perfect time to start planning the day that marks the beginning of foreve...
01/14/2025

π‘¬π’π’ˆπ’‚π’ˆπ’†π’Žπ’†π’π’• 𝒔𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒐𝒏 π’Šπ’” π’Šπ’ 𝒇𝒖𝒍𝒍 π’”π’˜π’Šπ’π’ˆ! ❀️

It’s the perfect time to start planning the day that marks the beginning of forever. Let’s make it everything you’ve imagined and more!

πŸ“· Lelewis Photo

π‘·π’†π’“π’”π’π’π’‚π’π’Šπ’›π’† π’šπ’π’–π’“ π’”π’‘π’†π’„π’Šπ’‚π’ π’…π’‚π’š! πŸ–ΌοΈβœ¨You can hang your own framed photos in place of the current wall art. Whether it’s enga...
01/13/2025

π‘·π’†π’“π’”π’π’π’‚π’π’Šπ’›π’† π’šπ’π’–π’“ π’”π’‘π’†π’„π’Šπ’‚π’ π’…π’‚π’š! πŸ–ΌοΈβœ¨

You can hang your own framed photos in place of the current wall art. Whether it’s engagement photos, beloved pet pictures, or your welcome sign by the elevator, it’s your chance to add a meaningful, personal touch to your celebration. πŸ’

𝑨 π’π’Šπ’ˆπ’‰π’• 𝒑𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆 π’˜π’π’β€™π’• π’‡π’π’“π’ˆπ’†π’• π’ƒπ’†π’ˆπ’Šπ’π’” 𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆.From the moment your guests arrive to the very last dance, we’ll help create an ...
01/10/2025

𝑨 π’π’Šπ’ˆπ’‰π’• 𝒑𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆 π’˜π’π’β€™π’• π’‡π’π’“π’ˆπ’†π’• π’ƒπ’†π’ˆπ’Šπ’π’” 𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆.

From the moment your guests arrive to the very last dance, we’ll help create an unforgettable experience filled with memories to cherish forever. ✨

πŸ“· Erik Hillestad

𝑻𝒉𝒆 π’Žπ’π’Žπ’†π’π’• π’˜π’†'𝒗𝒆 𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝒃𝒆𝒆𝒏 π’˜π’‚π’Šπ’•π’Šπ’π’ˆ 𝒇𝒐𝒓... 😍Here’s to the moments that take your breath away! ✨ Every event has its own ma...
01/08/2025

𝑻𝒉𝒆 π’Žπ’π’Žπ’†π’π’• π’˜π’†'𝒗𝒆 𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝒃𝒆𝒆𝒏 π’˜π’‚π’Šπ’•π’Šπ’π’ˆ 𝒇𝒐𝒓... 😍

Here’s to the moments that take your breath away! ✨ Every event has its own magic, and we’re here to make it unforgettable.

🍽️ Green Mill Catering
🌹 Rustic Designs Flower Farm
πŸ’Ώ Adagio Djay Entertainment
πŸ“· Wild Trail Studio

𝑻𝒉𝒆 π’„π’‚π’π’Ž 𝒃𝒆𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 π’”π’•π’π’“π’Ž 𝒐𝒇 𝒂𝒏 π’–π’π’‡π’π’“π’ˆπ’†π’•π’•π’‚π’ƒπ’π’† 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕. 🌿Moments of peace, before the magic begins to unfold. The anticipat...
01/06/2025

𝑻𝒉𝒆 π’„π’‚π’π’Ž 𝒃𝒆𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 π’”π’•π’π’“π’Ž 𝒐𝒇 𝒂𝒏 π’–π’π’‡π’π’“π’ˆπ’†π’•π’•π’‚π’ƒπ’π’† 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕. 🌿

Moments of peace, before the magic begins to unfold. The anticipation builds as every detail falls into place, setting the stage for an incredible celebration that will leave lasting memories.

🍽️ Green Mill Catering
πŸ’Ώ Nicholas Thomas Entertainment - DJ Group
πŸ“· Abby Dominguez Photography

Hailey radiated pure happiness all day long, from the moment she walked in to the last dance! ✨ Her joy was contagious, ...
01/02/2025

Hailey radiated pure happiness all day long, from the moment she walked in to the last dance! ✨ Her joy was contagious, making every moment even more unforgettable. We're so honored to have been part of such a beautiful day!

🍽️ Green Mill Catering
🌹 Rustic Designs Flower Farm
πŸ’Ώ Adagio Djay Entertainment
πŸ“· Wild Trail Studio

What an incredible year 2024 has been! With so many events, we’re filled with gratitude for the wonderful couples and un...
12/31/2024

What an incredible year 2024 has been! With so many events, we’re filled with gratitude for the wonderful couples and unforgettable moments we’ve had the honor of being part of. As we look ahead to 2025, we’re excited to continue creating perfect days filled with joy, love, and lasting memories. Here’s to the magic that’s yet to come! ✨

Dreaming of a winter wedding? ❄️ Let us make your day as smooth and stunning as the season. With our timeless, beautiful...
12/30/2024

Dreaming of a winter wedding? ❄️ Let us make your day as smooth and stunning as the season. With our timeless, beautiful venue and expert team, we’ll handle every detail so you can focus on what matters mostβ€”celebrating love! πŸ’βœ¨

πŸ“· Jagger Rose Photography

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256 N 1st Avenue
Minneapolis, MN
55401

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+16123009525

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Watson Block

EVENT SPACE IN DOWNTOWN MINNEAPOLIS.

In 1902, H.P. Watson and his partners proposed constructing a thoroughly modern office building in the heart of the Minneapolis wholesale district. It was an unusual plan as there were no other office buildings in the district at the time. The building was to be known as Watson Block. For reasons unknown, the name of the building was changed to Commercial Building before construction was completed that same year.

Over 115 years later, the building returns to its original name. Watson Block is a gorgeous event venue located in Minneapolis' Warehouse District. The venue is equipped to accommodate corporate events, social gatherings and wedding receptions. The unique space combines the historic aesthetic of brick and timber construction along with elegant contemporary finishes.