SPNN is a community media center that serves the Twin Cities metro area. We are located in the Creative Enterprise Zone of Saint Paul with easy access to I94 and Hwy 280, ten minutes from either Minneapolis or Saint Paul downtown.
We rent our professional studio, classroom, open gallery, podcast studio and kitchen area out to non-profits, community groups and organizations. Whether you are looking for a classroom to hold your weekly class or a space for you fundraising event, our customizable space will fit your needs. We are accessible for those with all mobility needs with surface entry and automatic door openers, ample parking, and open space and accessible restrooms.
If you are a professional photographer, cinematographer or podcaster, you can rent our space for your commercial shoot as well.
If you are interested in booking your event at SPNN please fill out this Google Form. If you have additional questions or to follow up you can reach out to Bianca Rhodes.
Production Studio/Event Space- this blank space has the ability to fit your needs.
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As a production space- this is perfect for your next next music video or commercial project or family portraits.
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As an event space it is perfect to screen your short film, host a community discussion, a fundraising event, or a mini conference
Open Gallery Space
Our open gallery space is a wide open with skylights to let in natural light. It is the perfect place to hold a reception, gallery opening, or fashion show!
Our classroom space is flexible enough to hold a small screening, class, meeting, or a breakout room for a mini conference.
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The tables can be put away to create an open space for a painting or marital arts class.
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The tables can be set up in traditional classroom style or in U shaped configurations.
Space Information
Dimensions/Seating
| Room Name | Dimensions | Square Feet |
Theater Style (# of people) |
Classroom Style (# of people) |
Banquet (# of people) |
Reception (Standing # of people) |
U-Shape (# of people) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Studio |
40 x 60 |
2,400 | 160 | 160 | 160 | 200 | 68 |
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Classroom |
20 x 40 | 800 | 49 | 49 | N/A | 60 | 20 |
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Gallery |
81 x 19 | 1,589 | N/A | N/A | 60 | 200 | N/A |
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Kitchen |
30 x 19 | 585 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Cost
| Room Name | Non-Profit Rate | For-Profit Rate |
|---|---|---|
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Studio |
$120/hour | $140 |
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Classroom |
$75/hour | $100/hour |
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Gallery |
$100/hour | $120/hour |
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Kitchen |
Free | $45/hour |
A/V Needs:
Rates includes basic audio and projection. Additional fees will apply for supplemental audio or visual equipment required. To record your event, SPNN may provide production services at an additional cost. To learn more about SPNN Production Services, please indicate your interest on the inquiry form.