Backus Community Center
900 5th Street, International Falls, MN
1,000 Capacity
$100 to $575 / Wedding
Backus Community Center is host to a wide variety of events. Our building was originally built as a school in 1936. With thanks to a group of dedicated locals, it has been preserved and turned into the heart of our community. With an auditorium, a number of varied sized spaces and a wide selection of equipment, we are able to support just about any wants or needs.
With a rich history, and a beautiful art deco style, we are sure to visually please.
Our professional staff includes Kathryn O'Connor, Event Coordinator, experienced cooks and a kitchen manager and event manager who treat guests as family. Our events are manned by a large group of volunteers who care about our community and the events hosted at Backus Community Center.
We have a full-service, commercial kitchen with a team prepared to cater and serve.
With our capabilities to offer multiple spaces, many arrangements and diverse options - we have the best event space and team in Borderland.
Backus Community Center
900 5th Street, International Falls, MN
1,000 Capacity
$100 to $575 / Wedding
Backus Community Center is host to a wide variety of events. Our building was originally built as a school in 1936. With thanks to a group of dedicated locals, it has been preserved and turned into the heart of our community. With an auditorium, a number of varied sized spaces and a wide selection of equipment, we are able to support just about any wants or needs.
With a rich history, and a beautiful art deco style, we are sure to visually please.
Our professional staff includes Kathryn O'Connor, Event Coordinator, experienced cooks and a kitchen manager and event manager who treat guests as family. Our events are manned by a large group of volunteers who care about our community and the events hosted at Backus Community Center.
We have a full-service, commercial kitchen with a team prepared to cater and serve.
With our capabilities to offer multiple spaces, many arrangements and diverse options - we have the best event space and team in Borderland.
Event Pricing
Board Room 103
2 - 25 people
$50 per event
Conference Room 101/102
2 - 100 people
$100 per event
Dining Room
2 - 100 people
$100 per event
Auditorium with Stage
2 - 1,000 people
$375 - $575
per event
Stage / Gym
2 - 450 people
$375 - $575
per event
Gym [Private Party]
2 - 450 people
$25 per hour
Event Spaces
Board Room 103
Dining Room
Private Dining Room
![Gym / Stage [Private Party]](https://media.eventective.com/2291847.jpg)
Gym / Stage [Private Party]
General Event Space
Conference Room 101/102
Alternate Venue
Auditorium with Stage
Additional Info
Venue Types
Amenities
- ADA/ACA Accessible
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- On-Site Catering Service
- Outdoor Function Area
- Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
- Max Number of People for an Event: 1000
- Number of Event/Function Spaces: 4
- Special Features: Beer & Wine Cash Bar - able to be moved to any of the featured rooms. Three in-house pianos - concert grand on stage, grand piano in Room 101/102 and an upright in the dining room.
- Year Renovated: 2002