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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.

Prince remembered: The days leading up to the music icon's death -- and what's happened since

Prince remembered: The days leading up to the music icon's death -- and what's happened since

As the news spread across the globe that afternoon, it spurred memorials, concerts and tributes all over the world. Buildings, fountains and bridges shone purple. MPR News host Tom Weber explored the days leading up to the Minnesota icon's death, what's happened since and what's ahead.
by MPR News Staff

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Library lovers pay late fees for books checked out in 1970s

Jon Kramer, of Minneapolis, says he was searching through his deceased parents' library last month when he found a camping book and a cookbook that had been checked out from Montgomery County's Twinbrook branch library in the 1970s.
by Associated Press

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Dalmar Yare to perform at New Year's Eve show

Dalmar Yare to perform at New Year's Eve show

Dalmar Yare will be performing tomorrow night as part of a special New Year's Eve lineup at the Airport Marriott hotel in Bloomington. Yare was born in Somalia and grew up in Kenya.
by Phil Picardi

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Is it possible to die of grief?

Is it possible to die of grief?

Actress Debbie Reynolds died just one day after her daughter Carrie Fisher's sudden death - which has led some to speculate that grief might have been a contributing factor.
by Maggie Penman

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