Southtown Center

Several additional buildings were constructed on the property throughout the years, while minimal renovations took place to maintain the mall's appearance.

[2] The center was developed by Kraus-Anderson, Inc., a Bloomington-based construction firm, with founder Lloyd Engelsma taking over as the site's project manager.

[6] However, the cinema was completely remodeled in 1980, removing some its original decor, before being torn down in 1995 to make way for additional retail.

[9] In September 2014, several plans were created by the city of Bloomington in order to rezone several parts of the shopping center.

[13] Despite the creation of the website and Kraus-Anderson's frustration and concern during the proposed redevelopment, the city council approved the project in July 2015.

[14] In April of the same year, Southtown's 44,548 square feet (4,100 m2) Toys "R" Us closed after their 26-year lease expired.

[23][24] A few months later the proposal was withdrawn as Hyvee changed plans about expanding into the Twin Cities.

[31] The Hold Steady lead sing, Craig Finn, grew up in nearby Edina, Minnesota.

The center's former movie theater.
Knox Ave Transitway under construction