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| | Empire Arts Center :: Grand Forks, North Dakota |
 | | In 1930 the Grand closed for extensive remodeling and reopened with an all new 3000 bulb marquee, a new box office on the sidewalk line and a new screen, sound system and projectors. |
 | | Then, on December 22, 1994, officials from the Midcontinent Corporation traveled to Grand Forks to make a formal donation of the historic structure to the North Valley Arts Council. |
 | | Separating from the North Valley Arts Council, the Empire became a stand alone 501(c)3 non-profit organization in July, 2002, and continues to host a variety of theater productions, perfoming arts, films, concerts, speakers, community events, and meetings throughout the year. |
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