Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center serves as a catalyst for economic activity, a community gathering space, and a tourist destination for the city, county, and state. Visitors come from around the world to attend events at Monona Terrace and to visit the architecturally significant facility.
Monona Terrace is a LEED-EB Platinum certified “green building” by the U.S. Green Building Council and honors Wright’s legacy through its sustainability initiatives. Before the world was talking about green buildings, Wright pioneered an organic approach that employed local materials and solar orientation. His designs reflected the landscape and fostered an intimate relationship between humans and nature.
Monona Terrace has several permanent exhibits including a multimedia display showcasing the history of the building, a collection of Wright photography by Pedro E. Guerrero, and Madison photography by Zane Williams. The Monona Terrace gift shop specializes in merchandise from the Frank Lloyd Wright collection and sells a wide variety of home décor, gifts, and souvenir items. The William T. Evjue Rooftop Gardens offer panoramic views of Lake Monona and downtown Madison with al fresco dining at Lake Vista Café in the summer months, weather permitting.
