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Claire Givens Violins, Inc

Dealers, Makers & Restorers of Fine Violins, Violas, Cellos & Bows

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Directions to Our Store

To Givens Violins:

  • Building is located at the SE corner of Marquette Avenue and 12th Street
  • Entrances on East and West side of the building
  • Givens Violins is in Suite 150

Please note that due to the construction in and out of Downtown we would recommend that you still use your GPS even if you know how to get to our shop. The GPS will suggest that you to take another exit or street if need be.

Parking

The Plaza Ramp:
Entrance on 12th street east of Marquette or on 2nd Avenue after crossing 12th street.

Hilton Hotel Ramp:
Entrance on 11th Street between 2nd Avenue and Marquette Avenue.

 

We have a voucher system with the two ramps, the Plaza Ramp and Hilton Hotel Ramp, so bring your parking ticket with you to Givens Violins. Metered Parking is available along 12th street.

Directions

From the East:
Take  I-94 west to Downtown Minneapolis
Take the 11th Street Exit
Continue 2 blocks to 2nd Avenue S.
Turn Left on 2nd Avenue
Parking ramp is on the right after crossing 12th street

From the West on I-94:
Take I-94 east to Lyndale Exit
Turn left on Hennepin passing the Basilica
Continue to 12th Street
Turn right on 12th street and continue to Marquette
Continue across Marquette for street or Plaza Ramp parking

From the West on I-394:
Take  I-394 east to Downtown Minneapolis
Take the 12th Street exit
Continue 5 Blocks to Marquette
Continue across Marquette for street or Plaza Ramp Parking

From the North:
Take I-35W south to Downtown Minneapolis
Exit to the Right onto I-94 West (Do NOT exit onto 11th AVENUE)
Take the 11th Street Exit off of I-94 West
Continue 2 blocks to 2nd Avenue S.
Turn Left on 2nd Avenue S.
Parking Ramp is on the right after crossing 12th street

From the South:
Take  I-35W north to Downtown Minneapolis
Continue in the Left three lanes to “Downtown Exits”
Take the 11th Street Exit, which bends to the left
Continue 2 blocks to 2nd Avenue S.
Turn Left on 2nd Avenue S.
Parking Ramp is on the right after crossing 12th street

Downtown Minneapolis

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    • At the Workshop Bench: An Interview with Givens Violins’ Workshop Manager, Doug Lay
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Contact

1201 Marquette Ave. Suite 150
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
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Phone: 612-375-0708 or
800-279-4323
Fax: 612-375-0096
cgivens@givensviolins.com

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Hours

Tuesday – Saturday
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

612/375-0708 

Parking

Parking is available at: The Plaza Ramp and the Hilton Hotel Ramp (11th Underground Ramp). Click here for details.

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Inventory

  • Violins
  • Violas
  • Cellos
  • Violin Bows
  • Viola Bows
  • Cello Bows
  • Small Instruments
  • Small Bows
  • Early Instruments & Bows
    • Early Instruments
    • Early bows
  • Books
  • CDs
  • Cases
  • Back-to-School Sale on Fractional Instruments and Bows!
  • V. Richelieu Fractional Viola Rental Program

About Us

  • Workshop
    • At the Workshop Bench: An Interview with Givens Violins’ Workshop Manager, Doug Lay
  • Meet The Staff
  • Dipper Restorations
  • Testimonials
  • Community Support
  • Our Mission
  • Job Opportunities
  • Privacy Guidelines

Services

  • Trial Program
  • Trade-In Policy
  • Appraisals
  • Consignment
  • Instrument & Bow Checkups
  • Accessories
  • Teacher Gift Program
  • Financing
  • Shipping
  • Warranty
  • Return Policy

Resources

  • Insurance
  • Industry Links
  • String Instrument Maintenance Guide
  • The Anatomy of the Violin – Learn about the different parts of the violin
  • Anatomy of a Bow – The Ultimate Guide to Violin Bows
  • News
  • BACK TO SCHOOL: Preparing for Back-to-School Music Lessons and Orchestra
  • The New Season begins – A Checklist for Professionals
  • Blog
  • FAQs
  • La Voce Newsletters
  • Sitemap
  • Renting Vs. Buying Your First Violin, Viola, or Cello
  • V. Richelieu Fractional Viola Rental Program
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  • About Us
    • Workshop
    • Meet The Staff
    • Testimonials
    • Community Support
    • Our Mission
    • Job Opportunities
    • Privacy Guidelines
  • Resources
    • Insurance
    • Industry Links
    • String Instrument Maintenance Guide
    • The Anatomy of the Violin – Learn about the different parts of the violin
    • Anatomy of a Bow – The Ultimate Guide to Violin Bows
    • News
    • Blog
    • FAQs
    • La Voce Newsletters
    • Sitemap
  • Inventory
    • Violins
    • Violas
    • Cellos
    • Violin Bows
    • Viola Bows
    • Cello Bows
    • Small Instruments
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    • Books
    • CDs
    • Cases
  • Dipper Restorations
    • Inventory
      • Early Instruments & Bows
        • Early Instruments
          • Violins
          • Violas
          • Cellos
        • Early Bows
          • Violin Bows
          • Viola Bows
          • Cello Bows
          • Bass bows
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