Retail, Meeting & Event Space
Weddings & Celebrations • Concerts • Meeting & Office • Restaurant & Retail
Hodgeden Opera House
Named after Samuel Hodgeden who constructed the original Opera House in 1903 in honor of his daughter, the fully-restored space with acoustic accommodations will give your celebration or event an unforgettable backdrop.
RENTAL DETAILS
• Seats up to 200
• Food and beverage designated area
• Large stage and dance floor area
• Private Greenroom space
• Round, banquet or cafe tables and chairs provided
• Tablecloths, candles and decoration accessories available
Our Trusted Vendors
The Hodgeden Opera House at The Ripple Center gives a backdrop of elaborate details to weddings, celebrations and community events at this historic location. Find all your local needs to plan your next event at:
AitkinWeddings.com
Meeting & Office Space
Plan your next meeting at Aitkin’s most historic and well-known venue. A variety of rooms give you multiple options to format in a variety of ways such as auditorium, classroom or u-shape. Close to Aitkin’s finest eateries with local catering or equipment rental from our trusted vendors.
MEETING DETAILS
• Conference room for groups up to 25
• Hodgeden Opera House for groups up to 200
• Wireless Internet
• AV equipment rental available
Retail Spaces
The Ripple Center is host to a diverse collection of businesses. Prime retail location at the building’s main entrance includes large 2-window display area. Through the building’s side entry you’ll find a corridor of retail space.
RETAIL BENEFITS
• Ad space on The Ripple Center’s website
• Water and public restrooms provided
• Well maintained historic building
• High foot-traffic area of town
Restaurant Space Available
This popular community gathering space was previously a coffee shop and Internet cafe. Located at the square of Aitkin’s nightly entertainment - across from Block North Brew Pub, The Beanery Cafe & Roastery, and The Rialto – Aitkin’s classic cinema. You’ll often find live music and events centered around this Aitkin location, in addition to the events hosted by The Ripple Center. The high foot-traffic makes this space an opportunity you won’t want to miss!
LEASE DETAILS:
• Tenant responsible for liquor license if needed
• Aitkin County Health Inspector approved
• Water and storage area provided
• Public Wireless Internet provided