Treasure Island Resort & Casino, owned and operated by the Prairie Island Indian Community in Minnesota, held a grand opening ceremony for its remodeled Buffalo Tower on February 10, with approximately 400 construction personnel having supported the renovation.
"Our past Tribal leaders had tremendous vision when they planned and built this property more than 30 years ago," Prairie Island Indian Community Tribal Council President Grant Johnson said.
"It's a privilege to further that vision and create an even brighter future for our next generations. We're excited to watch the growth and continued success that the next 30 years will bring."
The Buffalo Tower was originally launched in 1995 and served as the first hotel tower to be connected to Treasure Island Resort & Casino, now offering 246 rooms to guests as part of the remodel.
The Prairie Island Indian Community projected 120,000 guests would stay in the renovated Buffalo Tower within 2026 alone.
"The completely remodeled Buffalo Tower represents progress, pride, and our long-term commitment to delivering an exceptional guest experience," Treasure Island Resort & Casino Interim GM Mike Heavner said.
"This investment strengthens our foundational business and helps ensure a vibrant future for generations to come."
Treasure Island Resort & Casino is currently the second-largest hotel property in Minnesota and offers more than 1,800 slots to casino patrons, along with a poker room, 44 table games and a 500-seat bingo hall.
Since its inception in 1994, Treasure Island Resort & Casino and the Prairie Island Indian Community have provided $30m in contributions to nonprofit and civic organizations in Minnesota.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison issued cease-and-desist orders to 14 unlicensed operators conducting business in the state on November 5, alleging the entities violated consumer-protection laws
