Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge Amphitheater

The Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge’s Oak Savanna Amphitheater was the vision of the Friends of Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge and designed by Damon Farber. The DF team explored amphitheater concepts that would maximize seating capacity and gently nestle into the rich prairie landscape while minimizing the construction footprint and site impact. To navigate accessibility requirements, the amphitheater provides dual access points from existing trails that sweep gently over the sloping landscape and wrap around a center stage. Amphitheater seating and walks are designed to be constructed of low-maintenance concrete for durability and opportunities to integrate interpretive elements.