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.

The pitfalls of adult sibling relationships
"Remember that we're with our siblings longer than anyone else -- longer than our parents, longer than our children, longer than our partners," author Geoffrey Greif said.
George R.R. Martin admits 'Winter' isn't coming -- at least, not for a while
The writer says he missed an end-of-year deadline to finish "Winds of Winter," the sixth book in the "Game of Thrones" series. The delay means the show will air the next season before its source material.
Singer Natalie Cole dead at 65
According to a statement from her family, Natalie Cole, the Grammy-award winning singer and daughter of Nat King Cole, passed away due to complications from ongoing medical issues.
For 'Auld Lang Syne,' whatever that means
It's a song we sing every year around this time, without really knowing what it's about. For an explanation, we turned to our reporter from Scotland.