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Arts and Culture

MPR News has you covered with news and stories about local art and culture happenings across Minnesota.

Art Hounds: Art Hounds are members of the Minnesota arts community who look beyond their own work to highlight what's exciting in local art. You can explore arts events here, or become an Art Hound today.

Cube Critics: Stay up to date with our weekly art and culture chats with MPR News’ Jacob Aloi, Alex V. Cipolle, Max Sparber, Aron Woldeslassie and guests. Listen to or read Cube Critics here

Art Reviews: Our arts team offers insight on the latest in theater, music, visual arts and more. We explore the breadth of creativity and innovation found throughout Minnesota, offering audiences a deeper understanding of the works and artists shaping our cultural landscape. Read more here.

Art Friend: Everyone needs an art friend. Art Friend is a new segment with our arts team. Art spaces can feel exclusive and art can be confusing, obtuse, and even boring. But, especially with the right context, everyone can be a critic. So let us be your guide- your Art Friend. Listen or read Art Friend stories here.

Our arts coverage is made possible in part by the Minnesota Legacy Amendment's Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

When 'Chocolate Rain' ruled the internet: Anti-racism song captured Minneapolis and beyond

When 'Chocolate Rain' ruled the internet: Anti-racism song captured Minneapolis and beyond

In 2007, Adam Bahner — aka Tay Zonday, a 25-year-old biracial man living in Minneapolis —created a song and video decrying racism that captured millions and millions of views.
by Jae Bryson

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Rachel Louise Snyder's memoir is as beautifully complex as her life.

Rachel Louise Snyder's memoir is as beautifully complex as her life.

The award-winning author of “No Visible Bruises,” Rachel Louise Snyder returns to share her own story of childhood violence within within a fundamentalist evangelical sect.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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What would you like to see in a new Minnesota state flag?

What would you like to see in a new Minnesota state flag?

Immerse yourself into the world of flag design and how colors and symbols, ideally, represent the people and culture of the state. Also, MPR News asked its readers about their ideal Minnesota state flag and they responded with some good ideas.
by Angela Davis, Matthew Alvarez and Nicole Johnson

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Wisconsin roller coaster riders were trapped upside down for hours after mechanical failure

Wisconsin roller coaster riders were trapped upside down for hours after mechanical failure

The oscillating Fireball was just sliding down from its vertical loop at a festival in Crandon, Wis., on Sunday when it stopped unexpectedly, suspending its passengers for hours.
by Emily Olson

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Two new feel-good novels about bookstores celebrate the power of reading

Two new feel-good novels about bookstores celebrate the power of reading

Most novels set in bookshops are heartwarming paeans to bonds forged among readers. The Door-to-Door Bookstore by Carsten Henn and Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi Yagisawa are no exception.
by Heller McAlpin

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