Arts & Culture

Haunting portraits give voice to Black history

Oct 7

Haunting portraits give voice to Black history

Minneapolis artist Christopher E. Harrison’s portraits at the Weisman Art Museum reimagine the faces of those who went missing as slaves.

Thirteen-year-old spreads joy, builds career with painting

Selah Jacoway

Aug 28

Thirteen-year-old spreads joy, builds career with painting

An 8th grade student from Brooklyn Park is inspiring others and giving back to the community through painting.

Ricardo Levins Morales named 2024 McKnight Distinguished Artist

Myah Goff

Aug 15

Ricardo Levins Morales named 2024 McKnight Distinguished Artist

Puerto Rican artist Ricardo Levins Morales receives this year’s Mcknight Distinguished Artist Award for his commitment to art and activism.

Blak Grit, an art exhibition of Black male vulnerability

Jasmine McBride

Aug 13

Blak Grit, an art exhibition of Black male vulnerability

The art exhibition Blak Grit seeks to destigmatize the vulnerability of Black men.

Daija Triplett

Aug 12

Uplifting News of the North Side

The North Side’s community newspaper offers a fuller look at a community that’s often reduced to negative stereotypes in mainstream media.

Bev Hammond: So much more than a secretary

Rachel Ashley Littles

Jul 26

Bev Hammond: So much more than a secretary

Beverly Hammond is Ramsey County Commissioner Rena Moran’s Administrative Secretary. But that’s just one side of her rich, multifaceted life

New public art director informed by immigrant experience

Gloria Ngwa

Jul 24

New public art director informed by immigrant experience

Mohannad Ghawanmeh is drawing on his Arab-American Muslim background as he serves as the first POC President of Public Art St. Paul.

Ruam Mit offers food, culture and connection

Selah Jacoway

Jul 23

Ruam Mit offers food, culture and connection

From a refugee to the owner of a successful restaurant, Nia Rasavong’s story demonstrates the power of family, culture, and perseverance.

“English” gives voice to the stories of Iranian immigrants

Jasmine McBride

Jul 22

“English” gives voice to the stories of Iranian immigrants

The Pulitzer Prize-winning play “English” explores what it means to adapt to a new culture for the sake of a dream.

New play gives voice to Black youths' struggles

Myah Goff

Jul 17

New play gives voice to Black youths' struggles

Minneapolis teen Junie Edwards tackles themes of familial trauma, sexual identity, and police brutality in a new play at Pillsbury Theatre.

Black-led architecture firm builds formula for success

Giovanni Burch

Jul 16

Black-led architecture firm builds formula for success

4RM+ULA architects are creating high quality designs for traditionally underserved communities.

Rep Pérez Vega reflects on first term in office, looks to future

Angeline Patrick Pacheco

Jul 15

Rep Pérez Vega reflects on first term in office, looks to future

Minnesota Representative María Isa Pérez Vega is using her voice to fight for marginalized communities.

Weekend picks: Dragon boat races at Lake Phalen

Jasmine McBride

Jul 12

Weekend picks: Dragon boat races at Lake Phalen

Looking for things to do this weekend? We've got you covered!

4th of July Weekend picks: Beyond fireworks and BBQs

Jasmine McBride

Jul 3

4th of July Weekend picks: Beyond fireworks and BBQs

From memorials to music concerts, we have something for you to do this holiday weekend.

ReEntry Lab offers incarcerated a path back to life through art

Jasmine McBride

Jul 2

ReEntry Lab offers incarcerated a path back to life through art

The ReEntry Lab is bridging the gap between the formerly incarcerated and the arts.

Hi Cotton Ball protests exploitation through community, joy, and queerness

Jasmine McBride

Jun 29

Hi Cotton Ball protests exploitation through community, joy, and queerness

The LBGTQ community of color is reclaiming space and culture with the Hi Cotton Ball.

Weekend picks: Hmong Freedom Festival, soul food and more

Jasmine McBride

Jun 27

Weekend picks: Hmong Freedom Festival, soul food and more

Looking for something to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered.

New play explores Josephine Baker’s complex life

Myah Goff

Jun 25

New play explores Josephine Baker’s complex life

“Once Upon a Time…Josephine Baker!” at Yellow Tree Theatre paints a powerful portrait of the trailblazing 20th-century superstar.

Photo essay: Minneapolis celebrates Juneteenth

Nicolo Schaust

Jun 20

Photo essay: Minneapolis celebrates Juneteenth

This week Minnesotans marked Juneteenth with numerous celebrations, from movie screenings to pageants, block parties to BBQs.

Jasmine McBride

Jun 14

Five ways to celebrate Juneteenth

Here are five ways to celebrate Juneteenth that are grounded in community, love and continuing the fight for liberation.

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