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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.

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.

50 years since Tommy Roe's 'Dizzy' topped the pop chart

Roe, who had six Top Ten hits in the course of his career, toured the U.K. with the Beatles in 1963. Initially, he was the headliner — but as Beatlemania grew, they swapped places on the bill.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Likelihood grows that St. Olaf has a painting by Munch

Likelihood grows that St. Olaf has a painting by Munch

Scientific analysis showed that the pigments used in the painting were consistent with the expressionist's time period and style.
by Eric Ringham

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Documentary chronicles struggles, successes at north Minneapolis elementary school

Documentary chronicles struggles, successes at north Minneapolis elementary school

KARE 11 reporter Lindsey Seavert and photojournalist Ben Garvin spent a year following the teachers, students, and families at Lucy Craft Laney Community School. Their new documentary, "Love Them First," tells a story of hope at one of the state's worst-performing schools.
by Julie Siple and Angela Davis

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2019 Rock the Garden music festival lineup announced

The National, Courtney Barnett and California punk legends X are some of the bigger names appearing at this year's event.
by Cathy Wurzer

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50 years since Bob Dylan released 'Nashville Skyline'

When the album came out, people were shocked to hear how different Dylan's voice sounded. He attributed the change to having temporarily quit smoking.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Bob Dylan whiskey distillery to open fall 2020 in Nashville

Bob Dylan whiskey distillery to open fall 2020 in Nashville

A news release says Heaven's Door Spirits will transform a 160-year-old church into the Heaven's Door Distillery and Center for the Arts, featuring the distillery, a whiskey library, a restaurant and a 360-seat live performance venue.
by The Associated Press

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3 young adult novels to help you out of hibernation

3 young adult novels to help you out of hibernation

It's getting too nice to stay inside, but when you venture out into the sunshine, be sure to take a good book with you. And if young adult fiction is your favorite, we've got three great spring reads.
by Caitlyn Paxson

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