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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.

Minnesota sports journalist writes children's book about Joe Mauer just in time for his Hall of Fame entrance

Minnesota sports journalist writes children's book about Joe Mauer just in time for his Hall of Fame entrance

“The Right Thing to Do: The Joe Mauer Story” is a baseball book for kids that shares important lessons about making good choices.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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'Forgottenness' wrestles with the meaning of Ukrainian identity — and time

'Forgottenness' wrestles with the meaning of Ukrainian identity — and time

In writer Tanja Maljartschuk's novel, the narrator's malaise and weakening attachment to time serve as a metaphor for today's Ukraine, as well as for other struggling democracies, including our own.
by Martha Anne Toll

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Takeaways from the Oscar nominations: Heavy hitters rewarded, plus some surprises, too

Takeaways from the Oscar nominations: Heavy hitters rewarded, plus some surprises, too

Oppenheimer led all films with 13 nominations. Barbie's Greta Gerwig was overlooked for best director. Many first-time actors were recognized, and international films performed well.
by Linda Holmes

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Dave Eggers wins Newbery, Vashti Harrison wins Caldecott in 2024 kids' lit prizes

The top honors in this year's children's book awards from the American Library Association lauded Dave Egger's “The Eyes and the Impossible” and Vashti Harrison's picture book “Big.”
by Anastasia Tsioulcas

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Large hanging art installation coming to MSP’s Terminal 1 in 2025

Large hanging art installation coming to MSP’s Terminal 1 in 2025

The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) unveiled the design concept for the new sculpture on Monday in Concourse G of Terminal 1, where it will hang from the rotunda and span about 40 feet.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Ask a Bookseller: ‘The Boys in the Boat’

Ask a Bookseller: ‘The Boys in the Boat’

The historical sports drama “The Boys in the Boat,” directed by George Clooney, is now in theaters. It’s based on Daniel James Brown’s nonfiction book by the same name, and Sarah Dorn of The Nook in Brookings, S.D., highly recommends reading it. 
by Emily Bright

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North Woods Arendelle: With Disney’s blessing, Ely stages ‘Frozen the Musical’

North Woods Arendelle: With Disney’s blessing, Ely stages ‘Frozen the Musical’

Ely, perhaps best known as a gateway to the Boundary Waters, is celebrating getting frozen this weekend, “Frozen the Musical” that is. The local high school beat out fierce competition to be the only Minnesota community to get the rights to mount the hit show.
by Catharine Richert

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