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Can a neighborhood be central without being Central? In Minneapolis, the Central neighborhood adds a twist to the idea of location. Central is located in South Minneapolis, part of the Powderhorn community. It’s not the city’s downtown or central business district. So how did it get its name? The story of Central, Minneapolis begins with a school. Originally, Central High School stood within the neighborhood’s boundaries. When the high school was demolished, the name lived on, first in the gym that remained and then in the neighborhood itself. Central High School had a rich history. It was the temporary home of Dunwoody Institute (now Dunwoody College of Technology) in 1914. It also housed Metropolitan State Junior College, a precursor to Minneapolis Community and Technical College, in 1965. Even the famous musician, Prince, graduated from Central High in 1976. Today, the neighborhood retains a diverse mix of housing, primarily from the early 20th century. You’ll find detached houses, duplexes, and small apartment buildings. Central is bordered by bustling commercial streets: Lake Street, Chicago Avenue, and 38th Street. Within the neighborhood, you’ll find businesses on 4th Avenue, reflecting Central’s multicultural character. The Sabathani Community Center, housed in the former Bryant Junior High School building, is a vital community hub.

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