Destination Medical Center (DMC) is a 20-year, $5.6 billion public-private initiative transforming Rochester into a global hub for health, wellness, and innovation.
As the largest economic development project in Minnesota’s history, DMC is a vision for a resilient, future-ready community anchored by world-class healthcare and powered by collaboration. At the heart of this transformation is the Discovery Square sub-district, a growing innovation corridor co-developed with Mayo Clinic. It’s where research, clinical expertise, startups, and global partnerships converge, making Rochester a medical and business destination.
Accelerating the state’s life science sector through targeted investment in infrastructure
Driving inclusive urban development with mixed-use spaces that attract talent and support a vibrant community
Raising Rochester’s global visibility as a destination for health innovation and economic opportunity
Expanding access to Mayo Clinic expertise by integrating healthcare, research, and commercial ecosystems
Creating jobs and fostering entrepreneurship through innovation districts like Discovery Square
Improving mobility to support a growing, connected city built for the next generation
Discovery Square is a product of the Destination Medical Center (DMC) Initiative, a visionary public-private partnership that combines private investment from Mayo Clinic and developers with public funding from the City of Rochester, Olmsted County, and the State of Minnesota. Together, these partners are building the infrastructure, amenities, and innovation districts that make Rochester a global destination for health and wellness. This collaboration strengthens the local economy and expands opportunity across the region. By aligning public resources with private leadership, DMC supports patients, caregivers, residents, and businesses alike, ensuring Rochester is both a center of medical excellence and a vibrant, livable city.