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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.

Infantoriums, embalmed whales and the Minnesota Ice Man: Weird State Fair tales

Infantoriums, embalmed whales and the Minnesota Ice Man: Weird State Fair tales

The Minnesota State Fair, established in 1859, is known for its unique and beloved quirks such as butter sculptures and crop art, but it has also hosted some truly bizarre events.
by Max Sparber

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Critical DMs: Minnesota-made comics

Critical DMs: Minnesota-made comics

Critical DMs are lightly edited Slack conversations by members of the MPR News arts team about Minnesota art and culture. This week, arts editor Max Sparber, senior arts reporter and critic Alex V. Cipolle and arts reporter Jacob Aloi discuss locally created comics.
by Jacob Aloi, Alex V. Cipolle and Max Sparber

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How to defeat 'The Age of Grievance'

How to defeat 'The Age of Grievance'

In his new book, columnist Frank Bruni argues that a culture of grievance in America is splintering our personal lives, sabotaging our culture and swamping our politics. But there is a way out.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Cube Critics discuss ‘Borderlands’ and ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’

Cube Critics discuss ‘Borderlands’ and ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’

Cube Critics Jacob Aloi and Max Sparber discuss a mediocre adaptation of a video game and a horror film about aliens who don’t like city noises. They’re just like Max!
by Jacob Aloi and Max Sparber

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Love for the lost: A small exhibit at the Weisman reimagines a moment of Black history

Love for the lost: A small exhibit at the Weisman reimagines a moment of Black history

“Seeking for the Lost” displays sepia-toned portraits, reimagining individuals from historical ads in a Black newspaper, exploring family searches post-slavery and reclaiming Black identities from the Reconstruction era.
by Alex V. Cipolle

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Art Hounds: Fantastic true stories from Carlisle Evans Peck

Art Hounds: Fantastic true stories from Carlisle Evans Peck

From MPR News, Art Hounds are members of the Minnesota arts community who look beyond their own work to highlight what’s exciting in local art. This week: Carlisle Evans Peck’s show “Iconoclasm,” folk music and poetry at MetroNOME Brewery and a reading by Andy Stermer.
by Emily Bright

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