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.

August 4, 2016 1:11 PM

Documentary "The Seventh Fire" explores gang culture on northern MN reservation

There's a documentary opening Friday at St. Anthony Main Theatre in Minneapolis that tells a story about gang culture in Indian Country. The movie "The Seventh Fire" has gotten rave reviews at festivals around the world. Tom Weber talked with three guests about it.

by MPR News Staff

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August 4, 2016 10:49 AM

Babe the Blue Ox toppled in high wind storm

Another string of damaging thunderstorms left thousands without power in northern Minnesota, and tipped over an iconic landmark, Babe the Blue Ox at the Paul Bunyan Land amusement park.

by John Enger

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August 4, 2016 10:11 AM

'American Heiress' revisits Patty Hearst's kidnapping

Hearst was abducted in 1974 and then declared allegiance to her captors. Legal expert Jeffrey Toobin does not believe Hearst was brainwashed, but rather, "responded rationally to the circumstances."

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August 4, 2016 9:00 AM

Author Jesmyn Ward invited prominent writers from her generation to pen essays for 'The Fire This Time.' It's a nod to James Baldwin's work of a similar name, which warned of today's racial tension.

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August 3, 2016 6:00 AM

National Night Out celebrations in St. Paul aim to ease tension

Neighbors turned out by the hundreds to share in free food, information about their community and chat with police officers.

by Emma Sapong

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