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

The Clash recorded a classic 40 years ago

The Clash recorded a classic 40 years ago

Forty years ago, the Clash began recording their first album. It's considered a punk classic and one of the greatest records of the rock era.

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When writing about a gay detective felt 'like I was writing science fiction'

When writing about a gay detective felt 'like I was writing science fiction'

Ellen Hart published her first mystery novel in 1989, featuring a gay detective, Jane Lawless. It was such a stretch for some people that "it felt like I was writing science fiction," Hart said.
by Tracy Mumford

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A poetry preview for 2017

A poetry preview for 2017

2017 is turning out to be a year of big change. Critic Craig Teicher highlights some of the poetry that can help guide readers through it.
by Craig Morgan Teicher

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Photos: White Bear Lake transforms into interactive arts experience

Photos: White Bear Lake transforms into interactive arts experience

The Art Shanty Projects' On-Ice Program lets visitors explore the 20 shanties on White Bear Lake, each developed by different artists for an interactive experience. Live storytelling, music and tactile projects are all part of the icy event.
by Courtney Perry

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