Bandshell blues: Park board debuts new color for Lake Harriet venue after backlash

Minneapolis' Lake Harriet Bandshell will now be repainted using a new, even bluer hue.

Catch up fast: The city's Park and Recreation Board agreed to bring back the bandshell's old look as part of upcoming renovations.

• The decision followed pressure from residents who weren't fans of the venue's current beige paint job.

Yes, but: The new shade selected for the shingles, called "Bluestone," sparked fierce debate earlier this year, as some complained that it was not blue enough.

What they're saying: In a release, the board said project staff and designers "worked throughout the spring" to match the old tone after "many people shared a preference for a more blue color."

• The department believes the new pick "will closely match" the shade many remember from the 1990s and early 2000s.

What's next: Some elements of the renovations will pause this summer to allow for events and concessions. Work will restart after Labor Day.