Commonwealth Companies

Burbank Livingston Griggs Mansion

Historic Mansion

The breathtaking Burbank-Livingston Griggs Mansion is a three-story gray limestone mansion located in Cathedral Hill and perched high on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River Valley and the city skyline.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this is one of the finest examples of mid-nineteenth century Italianate architecture in Minnesota. It was originally designed for wealthy businessman James C. Burbank, but has since been converted to three separate units with sizes from 1,000 – 4,400 square feet. 

The house is 8,000 square feet and is situated on 1.28 acres. The mansion includes eighteenth century boiseries shipped from Italy and France and installed in eight major rooms, nine fireplaces, marble floors, imported antique parquet floors, a ballroom, lavish baths, rock crystal chandeliers, a tupelo, and a grand staircase. This is truly one of a kind.

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University Club of Saint Paul

Social & Recreational Club

Situated high on a bluff with a magnificent view of downtown Saint Paul and the Mississippi River Valley, the University Club of Saint Paul is a members-only club that has been in continuous operation since its construction was completed in 1913.

This Tudor style clubhouse, modeled after London’s great turn-of-the-century city clubs, features elegant dining facilities, magnificent meeting and event spaces, and abundant programming for members of all ages.  Extensive summer programs, including swimming and diving teams, tennis teams, and numerous planned field trips and excursions, ensure that everyone in the family is entertained.

The University Club welcomes membership applications from graduates of (or those presently enrolled in) accredited colleges and universities of all ages, backgrounds, religious beliefs, and points of view. The University Club is enriched by the diversity of its membership.

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W.A. Frost & Company

Restaurant

WA Frost & Company has been a Cathedral Hill institution for nearly four decades. WA Frost combines unbeatable ambiance in both summer and winter months. Summer features a sprawling, multi-level patio that has been voted Best in the Cities for years.

With both an outdoor restaurant and a bar, the patio caters to those who like to dine al fresco in style. Winter features wood burning fireplaces and a lounge with exposed brick walls, arched doorways, and private nooks. Upscale American cuisine, an award-winning wine cellar, and amazing cocktails make for the perfect experience.

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University Club of Saint Paul

Restaurants & Dining

The dining facilities at the University Club of Saint Paul are available to members only.

Situated high on a bluff with a magnificent view of downtown Saint Paul and the Mississippi River Valley, the University Club of Saint Paul is a members-only club that has been in continuous operation since its construction was completed in 1913.

The Ramsey Room dining room features gourmet cuisine paired with stunning views of the skyline and the river valley. Nightly Happy Hours, weekly Member Nights, and regular Member Events all showcase the amazing culinary talents of the Club’s Chef and kitchen team. And don’t get us started on the beignets at the weekend brunch. Those are worth the price of membership alone.

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The Davidson Hotel

Boutique Hotel

The Davidson Mansion is a spectacular 19th century Cotswold Country Manor House styled mansion that was once home to Watson Davidson, a real estate executive who amassed a fortune working for James J. Hill’s Great Northern Railway.

After the Davidson family sold the home, the mansion then housed to the College of Visual Arts from 1961 to 2013. Starting in 2013, it has been transformed into a breathtaking nine unit boutique hotel.

The Davidson Mansion is located in the heart of the historic Cathedral Hill Neighborhood near numerous historic homes, restaurants (including sister properties W.A. Frost and Company and The Commodore Bar and Restaurant), and shops, and it is also located steps from downtown Saint Paul.

Guests of the hotel also have access to the amenities at the University Club of Saint Paul and The Saint Paul Athletic Club, which include numerous meeting spaces, coworking and private offices, fitness centers, outdoor pool (University Club) and indoor pool (Saint Paul Athletic Club), and a restaurant.

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Stout's Island Lodge

Wisconsin Island Resort

Stout’s Island Lodge is a remarkable Adirondack style lodge located on Red Cedar Lake in northwestern Wisconsin, just a two-hour drive from the Twin Cities.

The island resort includes 43 guest rooms that are situated in 11 unique cabins located around the sprawling property. Many recreational activities, such as fishing, canoeing, tennis, and croquet, are available to island guests.

Delightful cuisine, blending local ingredients crafted with a quintessential Midwestern flair, is served in an on-site restaurant.

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Saint Paul Athletic Club

Retail & Office

The Saint Paul Athletic Club is a historic thirteen story building located in the heart of Downtown Saint Paul.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this gorgeous building is home to banquet facilities, the Saint Paul Athletic Club, Hotel 340, Global Language Institute, and the College of St. Scholastica. Being greeted by a soaring marble lobby with a grand fireplace, skyway access, and meticulously restored English Renaissance features are just a few of the reasons to check out this historic downtown landmark.

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Villa Maria

Event & Wedding Venue

Villa Maria, formerly Villa Maria Academy, was built in the 1890s as a school by the Ursuline Sisters of the Central Province, a group of Catholic nuns based in St. Louis.

Marian Hall, the spectacular main building designed in the style of grand French Country Villas of the 17th and 18th Centuries. The Villa is located within its own 60 acre park, surround by the spectacular 3,000 acre Frontenac State Park.

Villa Maria has a variety of event areas, both indoor and outdoor. The property is currently managed by the University Club of Saint Paul, however catering is currently being offered by third party vendors.

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Hotel 340

Boutique Hotel

Hotel 340 is a 56-room boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Saint Paul. Opened in 2008, the hotel blends magnificent historic architecture with plentiful modern amenities such as cherry hardwood floors, Keurig® coffeemakers, and large flat screen televisions in every guest room and suite. Complimentary high speed Wi-Fi and breakfast are included with every stay.

The hotel is located in the Saint Paul Athletic Club building and hotel guests have complimentary access to the newly renovated 68,000 square foot fitness and wellness facility. 19 more rooms and suites were added on the 12th floor in May of 2014.

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W.A. Frost & Company

Restaurant

Old-world atmosphere meets out-of-this-world cuisine at this legendary Saint Paul restaurant.

Located in the heart of the historic Cathedral Hill District, this Saint Paul restaurant has been a favorite dining destination since 1975. Housed in the beautiful turn-of-the-century Dacotah Building, W.A. Frost features European ambiance, original artwork, several crackling wood-burning fireplaces, and an award-winning garden patio.  Our chef sources fresh, seasonally inspired food that will delight the most discriminating palates.  

Perfect For: Rehearsal Dinners, Ceremonies, Receptions, Showers

Accommodates: 60

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University Club of Saint Paul

Event Spaces

Perched high on Summit Hill, the University Club of Saint Paul is a Tudor-Style private club built in 1913. Summit Avenue’s University Club offers panoramic views of downtown Saint Paul and the Mississippi River Valley and is one of Saint Paul’s most treasured historical icons. For more than a century, the club has provided the backdrop for some of the most talked-about events in the Twin Cities.

We invite you to host your legendary wedding at our historic club.

The University Club provides the perfect backdrop for the celebration of a lifetime. Here, weddings are both grand and intimate, enveloped in the historic opulence of swirling staircases, shimmering chandeliers, sweeping views, and ornate architectural detail.

Corporate & Social Events

You don’t have to be a member to host an event at the University Club.

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The Commodore Bar & Restaurant

Restaurant

As one of Saint Paul's most historically significant properties, the Commodore Bar and Restaurant is synonymous with 1920s and 1930s literary legend, gangster lore, and a who's who of the glamorous jazz age.

Now it's open to a new generation of Saint Paul's movers and shakers. The property has been meticulously restored, preserving its iconic status. Step inside, enjoy a handcrafted cocktail and an elegant meal, and be transported to an age of lighthearted elegance and joie de vivre.

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Burbank Livingston Griggs Mansion

Historic Mansion

The breathtaking Burbank-Livingston Griggs Mansion is a three-story gray limestone mansion located in Cathedral Hill and perched high on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River Valley and the city skyline.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this is one of the finest examples of mid-nineteenth century Italianate architecture in Minnesota. It was originally designed for wealthy businessman James C. Burbank, but has since been converted to three separate units with sizes from 1,000 – 4,400 square feet. 

The house is 8,000 square feet and is situated on 1.28 acres. The mansion includes eighteenth century boiseries shipped from Italy and France and installed in eight major rooms, nine fireplaces, marble floors, imported antique parquet floors, a ballroom, lavish baths, rock crystal chandeliers, a tupelo, and a grand staircase. This is truly one of a kind.

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University Club of Saint Paul

Social & Recreational Club

Situated high on a bluff with a magnificent view of downtown Saint Paul and the Mississippi River Valley, the University Club of Saint Paul is a members-only club that has been in continuous operation since its construction was completed in 1913.

This Tudor style clubhouse, modeled after London’s great turn-of-the-century city clubs, features elegant dining facilities, magnificent meeting and event spaces, and abundant programming for members of all ages.  Extensive summer programs, including swimming and diving teams, tennis teams, and numerous planned field trips and excursions, ensure that everyone in the family is entertained.

The University Club welcomes membership applications from graduates of (or those presently enrolled in) accredited colleges and universities of all ages, backgrounds, religious beliefs, and points of view. The University Club is enriched by the diversity of its membership.

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W.A. Frost & Company

Restaurant

WA Frost & Company has been a Cathedral Hill institution for nearly four decades. WA Frost combines unbeatable ambiance in both summer and winter months. Summer features a sprawling, multi-level patio that has been voted Best in the Cities for years.

With both an outdoor restaurant and a bar, the patio caters to those who like to dine al fresco in style. Winter features wood burning fireplaces and a lounge with exposed brick walls, arched doorways, and private nooks. Upscale American cuisine, an award-winning wine cellar, and amazing cocktails make for the perfect experience.

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University Club of Saint Paul (Dining)

Restaurants & Dining

The dining facilities at the University Club of Saint Paul are available to members only.

Situated high on a bluff with a magnificent view of downtown Saint Paul and the Mississippi River Valley, the University Club of Saint Paul is a members-only club that has been in continuous operation since its construction was completed in 1913.

The Ramsey Room dining room features gourmet cuisine paired with stunning views of the skyline and the river valley. Nightly Happy Hours, weekly Member Nights, and regular Member Events all showcase the amazing culinary talents of the Club’s Chef and kitchen team. And don’t get us started on the beignets at the weekend brunch. Those are worth the price of membership alone.

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The Davidson Hotel

Boutique Hotel

The Davidson Mansion is a spectacular 19th century Cotswold Country Manor House styled mansion that was once home to Watson Davidson, a real estate executive who amassed a fortune working for James J. Hill’s Great Northern Railway.

After the Davidson family sold the home, the mansion then housed to the College of Visual Arts from 1961 to 2013. Starting in 2013, it has been transformed into a breathtaking nine unit boutique hotel.

The Davidson Mansion is located in the heart of the historic Cathedral Hill Neighborhood near numerous historic homes, restaurants (including sister properties W.A. Frost and Company and The Commodore Bar and Restaurant), and shops, and it is also located steps from downtown Saint Paul.

Guests of the hotel also have access to the amenities at the University Club of Saint Paul and The Saint Paul Athletic Club, which include numerous meeting spaces, coworking and private offices, fitness centers, outdoor pool (University Club) and indoor pool (Saint Paul Athletic Club), and a restaurant.

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Stout's Island Lodge

Wisconsin Island Resort

Stout’s Island Lodge is a remarkable Adirondack style lodge located on Red Cedar Lake in northwestern Wisconsin, just a two-hour drive from the Twin Cities.

The island resort includes 43 guest rooms that are situated in 11 unique cabins located around the sprawling property. Many recreational activities, such as fishing, canoeing, tennis, and croquet, are available to island guests.

Delightful cuisine, blending local ingredients crafted with a quintessential Midwestern flair, is served in an on-site restaurant.

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Saint Paul Athletic Club (Offices)

Retail & Office

The Saint Paul Athletic Club is a historic thirteen story building located in the heart of Downtown Saint Paul.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this gorgeous building is home to banquet facilities, the Saint Paul Athletic Club, Hotel 340, Global Language Institute, and the College of St. Scholastica. Being greeted by a soaring marble lobby with a grand fireplace, skyway access, and meticulously restored English Renaissance features are just a few of the reasons to check out this historic downtown landmark.

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Villa Maria

Event & Wedding Venue

Villa Maria, formerly Villa Maria Academy, was built in the 1890s as a school by the Ursuline Sisters of the Central Province, a group of Catholic nuns based in St. Louis.

Marian Hall, the spectacular main building designed in the style of grand French Country Villas of the 17th and 18th Centuries. The Villa is located within its own 60 acre park, surround by the spectacular 3,000 acre Frontenac State Park.

Villa Maria has a variety of event areas, both indoor and outdoor. The property is currently managed by the University Club of Saint Paul, however catering is currently being offered by third party vendors.

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Hotel 340

Boutique Hotel

Hotel 340 is a 56-room boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Saint Paul. Opened in 2008, the hotel blends magnificent historic architecture with plentiful modern amenities such as cherry hardwood floors, Keurig® coffeemakers, and large flat screen televisions in every guest room and suite. Complimentary high speed Wi-Fi and breakfast are included with every stay.

The hotel is located in the Saint Paul Athletic Club building and hotel guests have complimentary access to the newly renovated 68,000 square foot fitness and wellness facility. 19 more rooms and suites were added on the 12th floor in May of 2014.

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W.A. Frost & Company (Events)

Restaurant

Old-world atmosphere meets out-of-this-world cuisine at this legendary Saint Paul restaurant.

Located in the heart of the historic Cathedral Hill District, this Saint Paul restaurant has been a favorite dining destination since 1975. Housed in the beautiful turn-of-the-century Dacotah Building, W.A. Frost features European ambiance, original artwork, several crackling wood-burning fireplaces, and an award-winning garden patio.  Our chef sources fresh, seasonally inspired food that will delight the most discriminating palates.  

Perfect For: Rehearsal Dinners, Ceremonies, Receptions, Showers

Accommodates: 60

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University Club of Saint Paul (Events)

Event Spaces

Perched high on Summit Hill, the University Club of Saint Paul is a Tudor-Style private club built in 1913. Summit Avenue’s University Club offers panoramic views of downtown Saint Paul and the Mississippi River Valley and is one of Saint Paul’s most treasured historical icons. For more than a century, the club has provided the backdrop for some of the most talked-about events in the Twin Cities.

We invite you to host your legendary wedding at our historic club.

The University Club provides the perfect backdrop for the celebration of a lifetime. Here, weddings are both grand and intimate, enveloped in the historic opulence of swirling staircases, shimmering chandeliers, sweeping views, and ornate architectural detail.

Corporate & Social Events

You don’t have to be a member to host an event at the University Club.

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The Commodore Bar & Restaurant

Restaurant

As one of Saint Paul's most historically significant properties, the Commodore Bar and Restaurant is synonymous with 1920s and 1930s literary legend, gangster lore, and a who's who of the glamorous jazz age.

Now it's open to a new generation of Saint Paul's movers and shakers. The property has been meticulously restored, preserving its iconic status. Step inside, enjoy a handcrafted cocktail and an elegant meal, and be transported to an age of lighthearted elegance and joie de vivre.

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