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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.

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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.

St. Paul's Grand Old Day canceled again for 2022

St. Paul's Grand Old Day canceled again for 2022

St. Paul's Grand Old Day celebration will not be held this year — the third consecutive year it's been canceled. But organizers with the Grand Avenue Business Association say they're planning to bring it back in 2023.
by MPR News Staff

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Chester Higgins' camera brings a 360-degree view to Black life

Chester Higgins' camera brings a 360-degree view to Black life

Acclaimed African American photographer Chester Higgins has made dozens of trips to Africa since the 1970s to document the continent's history and culture. Now 75, he has no plans on slowing down.
by Jon Kalish

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Art Hounds: Classical music from around the world, and from the world of video games

Art Hounds: Classical music from around the world, and from the world of video games

On this week’s Art Hounds: Renowned pipa player Gao Hong of Northfield celebrates 50 years of performing with friends at the Ordway. The six-player band Maithree uses traditional Indian instruments to celebrate “the music of friendship.” The Video Games and Music Convention in Minneapolis offers two days of live music and a chance to jam to video game tunes.
by Emily Bright

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Jarabe Mexicano: Troubadours and teachers come to Minnesota

Jarabe Mexicano: Troubadours and teachers come to Minnesota

Jarabe Mexicano use their music as an educational tool for audiences who may not be familiar with the Spanish songs they sing and the instruments they play.
by Vicki Adame

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Brace yourself for 'Young Mungo,' a nuanced heartbreaker of a novel

Brace yourself for 'Young Mungo,' a nuanced heartbreaker of a novel

Scottish author Douglas Stuart won the Booker Prize for his debut novel, “Shuggie Bain,” in 2020. His latest work is a suspense story wrapped around a novel of acute psychological observation.
by Maureen Corrigan

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Stone Age brain surgery? It might have been more survivable than you think

Stone Age brain surgery? It might have been more survivable than you think

Medical historian Ira Rutkow points to physical evidence that suggests Stone Age people conducted — and survived — brain surgery. His new book is “Empire of the Scalpel.”
by Dave Davies

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In 'Ancestor Trouble,' Maud Newton wrestles with her family history

In 'Ancestor Trouble,' Maud Newton wrestles with her family history

Maud Newton spent decades researching genealogical records, genetic science, and the cultural history of "ancestor hunger." Her book is also a coming-to-terms with how to face and honor family history.
by Kristen Martin

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Hmong Cultural Center reopens its doors

Txongpao Lee is the Hmong Cultural Center’s director. He joins host Cathy Wurzer to talk about the center’s reopening and share the latest updates.
by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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