North Star Journey

North Star Journey is a celebration of communities in Minnesota and the champions who are doing the work that we should be bringing a voice to. We hope to bring new understandings of our state and what brought us to today. About | Credits

MPR News also hosts North Star Journey Live, an event series discussing topics about what Minnesota’s diverse communities need to thrive. Check it out here.

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

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The legacies of Keefer Court, Khyber Pass and immigrant-owned restaurants
Restaurants run by immigrant families keep culture alive through food. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about how these family-owned businesses enrich our communities and what we lose when they close.
Demand for culturally-aware mental health providers rises in a more diverse Minnesota
Finding proper mental health care can be difficult for many people — especially as the state grapples with a shortage of mental health providers. But as the state becomes more racially and ethnically diverse, finding therapists with cultural awareness is an added challenge for many people of color.
'A phenomenon': A new book features contemporary Latin artists in Minnesota 
William “Billy” Gustavo Franklin has edited a book titled “Latin Art in Minnesota: Conversations and What’s Next,” featuring 12 Minnesota artists with Central and South American roots. The book explores their art, personal journeys and conversations about identity, aiming to bridge gaps and inspire a wider audience to appreciate Latino art. 
Minnesota moves to protect Native children as Supreme Court decision looms
A case currently before the U.S. Supreme Court could affect how American Indian children are treated in the foster care system. In response, Minnesota lawmakers took steps this year to strengthen a state law designed to keep Native children connected to their families and communities.
It's the perfect time of year to go birding. Here's how to get started
Despite the recent confusing weather hot and cold snaps, it is still spring. That means a big influx of migratory birds have made their way back to Minnesota and more are coming.