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How one woman brought back glamour in a Minnesota opera house revival

  • Colleen Frost bought the historic Batcher Block Opera House over 20 years ago, aiming to preserve its history and share it with the community.
  • In 2023, Frost opened Frosty's Spirits and Social Club, featuring live music and a welcoming atmosphere, which has become popular with locals.
  • The Batcher Block Opera House was featured in the Italian magazine Cabana, showcasing its historical significance and original architecture.
  • Frost aims to continue her preservation efforts, encouraging others to value and preserve their own communities' histories.
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How one woman brought back glamour in a Minnesota opera house revival

STAPLES, Minn.—When Colleen Frost first purchased the historic Batcher Block Opera House over two decades ago, she had a vision. Not only did she want to preserve the history of the building itself, she wanted to share her passion for history with the community. Located in the heart of downtown Staples, Minnesota, the 30,000 square-foot building takes up nearly an entire city block. Built by prominent architect Charles Batcher in 1905, it opened…

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Inforum broke the news in Fargo, United States on Thursday, August 21, 2025.
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