Press Releases & Media Advisories

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (May 15, 2013) –  Always fresh. Always exciting. Always new. This is Mall of America®, as reflected in the new logo making its debut today. Twenty years young, the nation&rs…

April 19, 2013 – Hundreds of fans and spectators will watch as 52 semifinalists compete for one of 32 spots on the Minnesota Vikings cheer team during the final auditions at Mall of America® on April 23. Guests will enjo…

March 19, 2013 – It’s estimated that one in every 20 children in the U.S. has a severe, life-threatening food allergy, and more than 55,000 Minnesotan students have food allergies. To help raise awareness about food al…

March 18, 2013 – Hundreds of Minnesotans will join advocates at Mall of America® to rally against sexual abuse and the exploitation of children at Demand the Change for Children on Saturday, March 23. Organized by the Mi…

March 18, 2013 – Governor Dayton has proclaimed March 23 as “Cheerful Givers Day” throughout Minnesota.  To celebrate this day, Cheerful Givers will host the Great Minnesota Birthday Party at Mall of America…

March 13, 2013 – On Saturday, March 16, One Direction fans, or “Directioners,” will anxiously await for the doors of the new One Direction store, 1D World, to open at Mall of America®. The store, open for jus…

February 27, 2013 – Arthritis is one of the most prevalent chronic health problems and the most common cause of disability in the United States affecting more than 300,000 children, including 12,000 children in the upper Midwes…

February 26, 2013 – The normal hustle and bustle of a Saturday evening at Mall of America® will be pleasantly interrupted by more than 100 flutists descending on the Rotunda at 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 2. The Upper Midwest…

Bloomington, Minn., (Feb. 15, 2013) – Mall of America® Director of Tourism, Douglas Killian, was awarded the “Friend of Tourism” award by John Edman, Minnesota Office of Tourism Directo…

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (Feb. 14, 2013) – Eleven couples, 22 cold hands and 22 warm hearts braved cold temperatures and simultaneously married at the world’s largest “grown” ice castle bui…

BLOOMINGTON, Minn., - Mall of America®, the nation’s largest retail and entertainment complex is excited to announce an array of new retailers to the market that are now available for guests to sho…

February 12, 2013 –   Guests are invited to learn how they can make a difference through the power of volunteering at the HandsOn Twin Cities Volunteer Expo at Mall of America®. On Saturday, Feb. 16 from 10 a.m. to…

February 06, 2013 – With a goal to raise more than $84,000, Dance Arts Center of Minnesota and Camps of Courage and Friendship will host the 7th annual Dance with Courage dance-a-thon at Mall of America® on Sunday, Feb. 10.…

January 30, 2013 – Grammy-nominated Christian rock band, Sanctus Real will perform in the Rotunda as the second of three free performances for the 98.5 KTIS Concert Series at Mall of America®. Sanctus Real is celebrati…

January 25, 2013 – More than 100 adults and children are expected to join in public naturalization ceremonies, becoming citizens of the United States at the Government on Display Expo at Mall of America®, the largest gover…

January 17, 2013 – Minnesota native Jason Gray will kick off the KTIS Winter Concert Series at Mall of America® with a performance and CD signing January 21 at noon in the Rotunda.  Radio station 98.5 KTIS once ag…

January 07, 2013 – One in four children experience some form of neurologic disorder. To strengthen the message and abilities of organizations to find treatment, comfort, hope and cures, the Child Neurology Foundation will host…

December 28, 2012 – Ice Castles, LLC, will open its largest structure ever, a castle that will stand more than 40 feet tall at its peak and span more than one acre, on New Year’s Eve at Mall of America®.  It …

December 18, 2012 – Guests are going to party like it’s 2013 at Mall of America® on New Year’s Eve with a family friendly party, Rock the Universe: New Year’s Eve Celebration in Nickelodeon Universe®.&…

December 11, 2012 – Forever 21 is set to unveil their new location at Mall of America with a grand opening event on Saturday, Dec. 15 at 8:00 a.m. The first 400 people in line will receive a gift card ranging anywhere from $10 …

November 26, 2012 – The Minnesota Vikings and Mall of America® have teamed up to bring Mall guests and Vikings buffs the ultimate fan experience though social media. On Nov. 28 Minnesota Vikings players Chris Kluwe, Blair W…

November 21, 2012 – Sweet deals, sparkling light shows, a spectacular ice castle and show-stopping HGTV talent are just some of the elements that make Mall of America® the ultimate holiday destination this year. Amidst the …

November 21, 2012 – Hundreds of holiday shoppers are expected to come through the doors of Mall of America® on Black Friday weekend this year. To provide guests an enhanced shopping experience, Chex® Party Mix will set …

November 20, 2012 – To celebrate the release of his new album, Phillip Phillips, winner of “American Idol” season 11, will visit Mall of America® for a performance and CD signing on Friday, Nov. 23. The same…

November 19, 2012 – An estimated 147 million people are expected to shop over Black Friday weekend according to a recent report from the National Retail Federation. With Black Friday right around the corner, more than 180 s…

November 14, 2012 – Minnesotans will soon be able to enjoy Pinkberry at the first-ever Minnesota location at Macy’s Mall of America®. Guests are invited to a sneak peek of the new store at a grand opening event on…

November 14, 2012 – Approximately 375,000 children in Minnesota currently receive free or reduced-price meals during the school year. When the school year ends however, only about 20 percent of these kids continue to access sim…

November 12, 2012 – Twilight fans are wildly anticipating their beloved fantasy romance’s final installment on the big screen. “Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2” concludes the saga and will premiere at Thea…

November 12, 2012 – No.1 New York Times best-selling author, Jeff Kinney, to meet fans and sign copies of “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel” at Mall of America® on Wednesday, Nov. 14. This book release mark…

November 09, 2012 – Thursday, Nov. 15 marks Give to the Max Day, a day for Minnesotans to raise as much money as possible for nonprofit organizations and schools in 24 hours. Throughout the day, special events at Mall of Am…

November 08, 2012 – Monetary corporate donations are a common way to support community organizations, but on Nov. 16, seven large Twin City corporations will donate their time and expertise to educate nonprofit organizations at…

November 07, 2012 – In an effort to help those in need on the east coast after devastation from Hurricane Sandy, Mall of America® will host a phone-a-thon fundraiser with the American Red Cross and CBS on Thursday, Nov. 8. …

November 06, 2012 – Science, technology, engineering and math come together in one amazing evening of robotic demonstrations on Friday, Nov. 9 at Mall of America®. More than 30 robotics teams, including local Team 4140 Fish…

November 02, 2012 – The holiday season at Mall of America® will officially begin with the arrival of Santa on Thursday, Nov. 8. This year, Santa will be greeted in grand holiday style with a festive parade through Nickelode…

October 31, 2012 – Fans will experience a special taste of game day festivities as the Minnesota Vikings cheerleaders perform a Holiday Show at Mall of America® on Monday, Nov. 5. All 35 Vikings cheerleaders will showcase …

October 31, 2012 – Local ballroom dancers from USA Dance will perform cheek-to-cheek in the Rotunda at Mall of America® on Thursday, Nov. 1. The Ballroom Dance Showcase will feature some of the best amateur ballroom dancin…

October 30, 2012 – Ree Drummond, also known as The Pioneer Woman, returns to Mall of America® on Sunday, Nov. 4 to sign copies of her new children’s book “Charlie and the Christmas Kitty.” Known for h…

October 29, 2012 – Avoid the cold, rain and unpredictability that come with outdoor trick-or-treating by joining the fun at Mall of America®. There is something for every ghoul and goblin to enjoy: World’s Larges…

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (Oct. 25, 2012) – This winter, Mall of America® will bring a one-of-a-kind experience to visitors from around the world. Ice Castles, LLC, will build its largest structure ever, …

NEW YORK [For Immediate Release – Oct. 24, 2012] HGTV will celebrate the holidays with the “HGTV® Holiday House,” a modern day, life-size gingerbread house at Mall of America®, the …

October 24, 2012 – Disney’s Friends For Change and local non-profit PACER will host a bullying prevention rally at Mall of America® on Make a Difference Day, Saturday, Oct. 27, in the Rotunda. The event will empo…

October 23, 2012 – YouTube beauty blogger, Tiffany D will be at Mall of America® on Sunday, Oct. 28 to debut her new product, Defining Eyes Palette, created with Sigma Beauty. The first Sigma Beauty retail store will open …

October 22, 2012 – Regis Philbin will sign copies of his book, “How I Got This Way” at Mall of America® on Wednesday, Oct. 24. In his entertaining memoir, the show business legend shares a lifetime’s wort…

October 09, 2012 – Blackout will take over Mall of America® this month as Nickelodeon Universe® transforms into a Halloween-themed fortress for guests of all ages to enjoy Oct. 19 – 20 and 26 – 27.   …

October 09, 2012 – Disney star Shane Harper will make a guest appearance at the 2012 Walk Now for Autism Speaks held at Mall of America® on Saturday, Oct. 13. Harper, known for his role on the hit Disney channel show &ldqu…

October 09, 2012 – The Fresh Beat Band has declared Mall of America® one of only two highly anticipated stops to promote their new CD, “The Fresh Beat Band: More Music From the Hit TV Show Vol 2.0” on October 1…

October 08, 2012 – Skiers and snowboarders everywhere are feeling the itch to hit the slopes now that temperatures are starting to drop. Minnesota winter sport enthusiasts can feed their craving for a snowy adventure at the Mi…

October 04, 2012 – All eleven myTalk 107.1 weekday radio show hosts are moving into Mall of America®  to participate in Project Down and Dirty MOA™ Edition Oct. 9 – 11. In true reality TV fashion, myTalk 1…

October 02, 2012 – Midwest-based show choir, Grand River Singers of La Crosse, WI will perform in the Rotunda at Mall of America® on Oct. 8 with a high-energy show that is sure to knock your socks off. Grand River Sing…

October 02, 2012 – The most popular children’s dance party, Baby Loves Disco is making its way to Nickelodeon Universe® at Mall of America® on Sunday, Oct. 7. Baby Loves Disco is a national phenomenon for toddler…

October 01, 2012 – Arnold Schwarzenegger will sign copies of his new memoir “Total Recall: My Unbelievably True Life Story” on Thursday, Oct. 4 in the Rotunda at Mall of America®. “Total Recall”…

October 01, 2012 – Rosie Pope will be at Mall of America® on October 7 to sign copies of her new mommy-to-be book, “Mommy IQ.”  Pope has won the hearts of moms and soon-to-be moms everywhere with her h…

September 28, 2012 – Kevin James, star of the new movie “Here Comes the Boom,” will visit Mall of America® on Wednesday, Oct. 3 with costar Bas Rutten. Beginning at 5 p.m., James and Rutten will participate in a …

September 28, 2012 – One in 10 Minnesotans is at risk for hunger. Each year, low-income Minnesota residents miss a staggering 100 million meals. That’s 10 missed meals a month for every struggling child, adult or senior. T…

September 28, 2012 – Three student teams, each representing a Normandale Community College program, will duke it out in an event throw-down to compete for the coveted “Toast of the Town” title and trophy on Saturday,…

September 27, 2012 – The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are back in action and debuting in a new CG animated series on Nickelodeon. Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael and Michelangelo have re-emerged from the sewers of New York City to …

September 21, 2012 – Athleta invites fans and fitness enthusiasts of all ages to celebrate its grand opening at Mall of America® on Tuesday, Sept. 25 featuring 2012 Olympic Games gold medalists Heather Petri and Betsey Armst…

BLOOMINGTON, Minn., (Sept. 17, 2012) – In an effort to continually enhance the movie-going experience and stay at the forefront of the industry as an independent theater, Theatres at Mall of America&re…

September 14, 2012 – New York Times bestselling author, Dr. Mike Moreno, will stop by Mall of America to sign copies of his new book, “The 17 Day Plan to Stop Aging.” Moreno, well-known for his bestselling weight los…

September 13, 2012 – Ramona Singer from Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of New York City” will visit Mall of America® on Tuesday, Sept. 18 to autograph bottles of her very own wine brand Ramona Pinot Grigio. B…

September 13, 2012 – Style guru and “Project Runway” co-host, Tim Gunn, will bring his beloved charm and wit to Mall of America® for a signing of his new book, “Tim Gunn’s Fashion Bible: The Fascinati…

September 12, 2012 – Loved by generations, the Pixar classic “Finding Nemo” returns to the big screen with a thrilling 3D experience as “Finding Nemo 3D.” To celebrate the 3D release of the film, Theatres…

September 11, 2012 – Thousands will travel to Mall of America® from all over the nation to celebrate the 10th anniversary of ScrapFest, a four-day scrapbooking extravaganza that attracts nearly 10,000 participants annually. …

September 10, 2012 – Sandra Brown, author of over sixty New York Times bestsellers, will sign copies of what is being called her most thrilling book yet, “Low Pressure,” at Mall of America® on Saturday Sept. 22. …

August 30, 2012 – More than 20 million Americans are fighting a life or death battle with eating disorders. The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) will host its first ever Twin Cities NEDA Walk on September 9 at Mal…

BLOOMINGTON, Minn., (July 16, 2012) - On August 11, 1992, Mall of America® opened its doors as the nation’s largest retail and entertainment complex, changing the face of Minnesota forever. Now, &l…

August 08, 2012 – Often times in the hustle and bustle of getting out of the grocery store, the process of bagging your own groceries can leave you with bruised apples or crushed chips. Many people don’t realize that th…

August 07, 2012 – The second annual Twin Cities Beer Fest will take place at Mall of America® in the North Parking Lot on Saturday, August 11. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample more than 500 beers ranging …

August 06, 2012 – Buddy Valastro, famous for his elaborate cakes and his TLC show “Cake Boss” has created a three-dimensional birthday cake for the 20th birthday celebration of Mall of America®.  The cake…

July 30, 2012 – Back to school shopping is right around the corner and Mall of America® is ready to kick-start the season in style. Thirty of the most popular back to school retailers at Mall of America will offer 20 pe…

July 27, 2012 – Rising pop star Cody Simpson will sign autographs Saturday, July 28 at Mall of America® joined by his sister, actress, Alli Simpson. Guests wishing to meet Simpson must be in line with an original receip…

July 18, 2012 – Arthur Murray Dance Centers will celebrate 100 years of teaching dance to the world at Mall of America® on Thursday, July 26. Guests and spectators will enjoy performances of various eras of dance and wi…

July 12, 2012 – Hometown band, Soul Asylum is back in the music scene with their first released album in six years, “Delayed Reaction.” The veteran band will perform and sign autographs in the Rotunda at Mall of…

June 25, 2012 – Zumiez, a leading specialty action sports retailer, will bring crazy skateboarding stunts and live music to Mall of America® with the 12th annual Zumiez Couch Tour on Tuesday, June 26 in the North lot ne…

June 21, 2012 – Mall of America® will serve as the starting point for the Minneapolis/Bloomington Final Leg of the Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics Minnesota. On Friday, June 22, Bloomington and Minne…

June 21, 2012 – Random House Children’s Books JUNIE B. JONES® STUPID SMELLY BUS TOUR, a national tour that brings Junie B. Jones live and in person across the country to meet her fans, will stop at Mall of America…

June 18, 2012 – The yo-yo, a nearly 100-year-old toy, has become a marvel among children and adults. The yo-yo has transformed from a traditional household toy and popular pastime to an object of fascination and compet…

June 15, 2012 – Pepsi is giving away $20,000 in prizes as part of the 20th Anniversary celebration at Mall of America. The grand prize is a $10,000 shopping spree at Mall of America, while 24 additional prizes valued at mor…

June 15, 2012 – Former Harlem Globetrotters owner, Mannie Jackson, will sign copies of his new book, “Boxcar to Board Rooms,” on Friday, June 22 at 6 p.m. at Mall of America. ”Boxcar to Board Rooms&rdq…

June 15, 2012 – Audition finalists will battle it out to see who will be part of the 2012 Skol Line, the official drum line of the Minnesota Vikings, at Mall of America on Monday, June 18 in the Rotunda. Final audition…

June 11, 2012 – Mark Rosen, one of the most popular sports media broadcasters in Minnesota will sign copies of his book, “Best Seat In The House,” for fans at Mall of America, alongside co-author Jim Bruton. In …

June 06, 2012 – Jack Link’s Beef Jerky, the No. 1 U.S. meat snack brand and fastest-growing meat snack manufacturer in the world, will be at Mall of America June 12 to kick off the first ever National Jerky Day celebr…

June 06, 2012 – Andy Cohen of Bravo TV will visit Mall of America to sign copies of his new memoir, “MOST TALKATIVE: Stories from the Front Lines of Pop Culture” on Monday, June 11 at 6 p.m. in the Rotunda. Cohe…

June 04, 2012 – CaringBridge, the social network doing social good, has helped keep families and loved ones connected during health events for the last 15 years. On Thursday, June 7, area residents and Mall of America visit…

May 31, 2012 – The LEGO® Group, one of the world’s best-known toy manufacturers, is thrilled to announce the 20th anniversary of its first LEGO retail store, which opened the same day as Mall of America in August…

May 31, 2012 – Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation will be at Mall of America on Sunday, June 3 to raise money for Childhood Cancer Research. Childhood cancer is the leading cause of death by disease in children under 1…

May 30, 2012 – Teresa Giudice, known for her role on the reality television show “The Real Housewives of New Jersey,” will visit Mall of America to sign copies of her third cookbook, “Fabulicious: Fast &a…

May 29, 2012 – Hundreds of Cub Scouts from 21 Minnesota counties and across western Wisconsin will gather at the Northern Star Council, Boy Scouts of America council-wide Pinewood Derby Race at Mall of America. Every year …

BLOOMINGTON, Minn., - The Nickelodeon Universe “We Want Your Scream” Campaign took home a bronze award at the 44th annual North American Effie Awards Gala. As a symbol of global achievement, the …

May 18, 2012 – Chris Rene, second runner-up on the 2011 season of the hit television show “The X Factor,” will celebrate his new single with a performance and signing at Mall of America. On Friday, May 18, fans…

May 17, 2012 – Haley Reinhart, American Idol Season 10 Finalist, will visit Mall of America on Sunday, May 27 for a performance and autograph signing of her debut album, “Listen Up.”. Reinhart, known for her ja…

May 16, 2012 – Oslo Reiselivskor, a Norwegian choir composed of singers employed in the travel industry, will visit Mall of America as part of their 20th Anniversary celebration tour in Minnesota. The choir will bring its …

May 16, 2012 – Guests are invited to watch as 15-pound robots battle head-to-head in the Midwest Combat Robotics Competition at Mall of America.  Controlled by local and national teams of middle school, high school an…

April 25, 2012 – Guests are invited to celebrate creativity and problem solving by recognizing the metro area’s top 75 Young Inventors out of 7,000 participants in grades 3-8 at the 32nd Annual Young Inventors Fair. To…

April 25, 2012 – Marilu Henner, New York Times bestselling author, renowned health advocate, actress, performer and memory expert, will visit Mall of America to sign copies of her new book, “Total Memory Makeover: Unco…

April 24, 2012 – To guarantee a seat, guests must pre-register at Games by James on level three, East or call 952-854-4747. For more information, visit www.mallofamerica.com.  Each game in Magic the Gathering repres…

April 20, 2012 – The first American crossword puzzle was published in 1913 in The New York World newspaper and has been a long-standing activity ever since. Crossword gurus will gather at Mall of America to participate in Ma…

April 20, 2012 – Each year, con artists scam senior citizens out of $2.5 billion. Consumers over the age of 65 control 70 percent of the nation’s wealth, making senior citizens the most vulnerable to fraud and financia…

April 19, 2012 – Hundreds of guests will join advocates from across the state to raise awareness and strengthen prevention efforts of sexual abuse and exploitation of children at Demand the Change for Children at Mall of Ame…

April 16, 2012 – Hundreds of fans and spectators will watch as 55 semifinalists vie for one of 35 spots on the Minnesota Vikings cheer team during the final auditions at Mall of America on April 18. Tryouts began April 1…

April 16, 2012 – Hundreds of fans and spectators will watch as 55 semifinalists vie for one of 35 spots on the Minnesota Vikings cheer team during the final auditions at Mall of America on April 18. Tryouts began April 1…

April 16, 2012 – Minnesotans don’t need to travel far to experience the wonders of China. On April 21 and 22, visitors can take a journey through Chinese culture, history and geography at The Chinese Heritage Foundatio…

April 13, 2012 – More than 14,000 children in Minnesota have autism and the numbers continue to rise. To raise awareness and support for those affected by autism, Fraser, Minnesota’s largest and most experienced provid…

April 12, 2012 – Global Youth Service Day is the largest service event in the world that celebrates the leadership of young people where an estimated 2 million youth in more than 100 countries on six continents are expected …

April 11, 2012 – Guests are now able to purchase with a purpose to end breast cancer at Shop for the Cure®, the Susan G. Komen Twin Cities Race for the Cure® signature kiosk, now open at Mall of America.  Shop f…

Mall of America Lieutenant and security supervisor Zach Hamann was presented with the “My Boss is a Patriot” award by Brigadier General Denny Schulstad  on Wednesday, April 11. On behalf of …

April 05, 2012 – Minnesotans will have the opportunity to see if they have what it takes to compete on Season 2 of “THE X FACTOR.” The Pepsi Mobile MyStudio will be at Mall of America on Thursday, April 5 –…

April 04, 2012 – Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teenagers, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 2010 alone, 41 teens in Minnesota were involved in fatal car accidents…

BLOOMINGTON, Minn., (April 4, 2012) – The U.S. Travel Association’s “Vote Travel” bus tour made its only Minnesota stop at Mall of America® on April 4. U.S. Travel launched the na…

April 03, 2012 – Paul Teutul, Sr., CEO of Orange County Choppers will visit Mall of America on April 5 to unveil a custom motorcycle for MyPillow Company. The owner and CEO of the Minnesota-based manufacturer, Mike Lindell, …

The time has come to decide upon the perfect spring destination that the whole family will enjoy. Never fear. Whether you are four or 94, there is something for everyone to enjoy while visiting the nation&rs…

Fans dressed as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles united in Mall of America to break the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS largest gathering of ninja turtles and celebrate the grand opening of the newest thrill ride at Nick…

Nickelodeon Universe is taking the thrill to the next level with the addition of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Shell Shock, the first ever ride of its kind in the United States. Themed after the popular anima…

Bloomington, Minn., -  Thirty-six accomplishment awards were presented at the 2011 Annual All Hands Meeting honoring the Security Officers of Mall of America for their outstanding performance, consisten…

BLOOMINGTON, Minn., –  In celebration of National Weddings Month, five couples were simultaneously wed on the Ferris wheel at Mall of America today, on Valentine’s Day by a Chapel of Love of…

BLOOMINGTON, Minn., (February 4, 2012) – The award-winning exhibition Diana, A Celebration, opens today at Mall of America on Level 4, East and runs through June 10, 2012. The exhibition chronicles the…

February 01, 2012 – Professional cake decorators will compete head-to-head as they work to recreate Princess Diana’s Royal Wedding Cake. Crowds of guests will watch in awe as Upper Midwest Bakers Association’s top c…

January 19, 2012 – Mall of America invites you to a special viewing of the uncrating of Princess Diana’s 1981 Royal Wedding Gown in preparation for the award-winning Diana: A Celebration exhibit at Mall of America, openi…

BLOOMINGTON, Minn., (January 19, 2012) – Maureen Bausch, executive vice president of business development for Mall of America®, was appointed to the U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board (TTAB) to…

BLOOMINGTON, Minn., (January 11, 2011) –  On January 20, Publishers Clearing House will surprise Mall guests with $7,000 in cash and MOA™ gift cards to kick off the 20th Anniversary of Mall …

BLOOMINGTON, Minn., (January 10, 2011) – Tickets are now on sale for Diana, A Celebration, the award-winning exhibition that chronicles the life and work of one of the most remarkable women of her time…

  BLOOMINGTON, Minn., (Dec. 8, 2011) – “On the twelfth day of Christmas Mall of America® gave away 12 parking spots and a $25 Mall of America gift card.” To boost holiday …

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (Nov. 16, 2011) – This year, Mall of America® plans to offer “the best Black Friday deal ever” to 300 lucky guests with a new event called Snap+Win. Guests will find …

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ, (May 3, 2011) – New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and Triple Five, owner of Mall of America®, today announced design plans and a new name for the Meadowlands entertainment and…