Community Forum: Lower Campus at Luther Seminary Redevelopment
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | 6:30 – 9:00 PM
Olson Campus Center • 1490 Fulham St, St. Paul, MN 55108 •
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What’s Happening
Join neighbors for a Community Forum on the proposed redevelopment of the Luther Seminary Lower Campus. Hear the latest concept information from Lifestyle Communities and participate in a moderated Q&A using written questions to support a thoughtful, inclusive conversation.
Hosted by the St. Anthony Park Community Council (SAPCC) and moderated by Sherman Eagles, Co-Chair of the SAPCC Luther Campus Task Force.
SAPCC would like to thank the Luther Seminary for donating the use of the Olson Campus Center and providing light refreshments, and to Lifestyle Communities for making representatives available to participate and answer questions as best they can.
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RSVP is not required but is appreciated – it helps SAPCC plan seating and refreshments.
Evening Schedule
- 6:30 – 7:00 PM | Arrival & Sign-In
- 7:00 – 7:10 PM | Welcome & Overview
- 7:10 – 7:25 PM | Luther Campus Task Force Presentation – How we reached the current stage
- 7:25 – 7:50 PM | Lifestyle Communities Presentation – Latest redevelopment concept
- 7:50 – 8:05 PM | Traffic Study Summary – Key findings and implications
- 8:05 – 8:30 PM | Moderated Q&A – Curated written questions
- 8:30 – 9:00 PM | Open Conversation – Visit with Task Force members & neighbors after the Q&A
Location & Access
Olson Campus Center | 1490 Fulham St, St. Paul, MN 55108
Doors open 6:30 PM • Program 7:00–8:30 PM • Conversation until 9:00 PM
Street parking available; bike and transit access via Como Ave and Fulham St.
For accessibility or interpretation needs, email info@sapcc.org by Thursday, November 13.
Livestream Access
A livestream of the Community Forum will be available for neighbors who cannot attend in person.
(Link will be activated on the day of the event.)
Forum Format
- All questions will be submitted in writing on cards provided at sign-in.
- Members of the Task Force will sort and group questions by topic during the event.
- The Moderator will present the questions to Lifestyle Communities representatives.
- Neighbors who cannot attend may email info@sapcc.org with the subject line “Forum25”. Questions received will be categorized and included where possible.
Ongoing Engagement
SAPCC’s Luther Campus Task Force continues to meet to review proposals, gather feedback, and advise on next steps. Neighbors are encouraged to stay engaged through SAPCC’s committees:
- Land Use Committee – Meets 1st Thursday of each month
- SAPCC Board of Directors – Meets 2nd Thursday of each month
Historic Background & Site Overview
The proposed redevelopment of the Luther Seminary Lower Campus involves approximately 17 acres spanning St. Paul and Lauderdale, including Northwestern Hall, Stub Hall, and the ecologically sensitive Breck Woods. The project aims to add new housing while addressing environmental preservation, traffic management, and affordability. Plans remain conceptual and will continue to be refined with community input and through city review processes.
SAPCC formed the Luther Campus Task Force to organize community input, share updates, and support constructive discussion as plans advance toward formal review.
Related Resources
- Luther Seminary — Luther Seminary Enters Purchase Agreement with Lifestyle Communities (Feb 28)
- Park Bugle — SAPCC Studying partial Luther Seminary development plan (May 30)
- Park Bugle — Luther Seminary plans to sell entire campus site (June 27)
- Park Bugle — Lauderdale hears Breck Woods proposal (Oct 29))
- SAPCC — Luther Campus Task Force & Updates →