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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.

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.

Minnesotans are celebrating Melissa Hortman — one seed at a time

Minnesotans are celebrating Melissa Hortman — one seed at a time

At least two Minnesotans are submitting crop art portraits of Rep. Melissa Hortman to the Minnesota State Fair to commemorate what the late speaker has done for the state.
by Anita Li

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Growing up and growing the band: the evolution of Twin Cities indie folk rock group Second Hand Dan

Growing up and growing the band: the evolution of Twin Cities indie folk rock group Second Hand Dan

Twin Cities band Second Hand Dan has been playing gigs for a decade and playing together for longer than that. They have seen each other through their teenage years, both as friends and bandmates, and now, as they gear up for a summer of live shows, they continue to celebrate their collaborative, creative process rooted in a unique language and bond between each other.
by Anika Besst

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Inspiring young readers: Kids’ authors on books that connect

Inspiring young readers: Kids’ authors on books that connect

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about what makes a great children’s book, the challenges of writing for kids and the joy of telling stories that stick.
by Angela Davis and Cari Dwyer

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Ask a Bookseller: ‘Sour Cherry’ by Natalia Theodoridou

Ask a Bookseller: ‘Sour Cherry’ by Natalia Theodoridou

Katherine Nazzaro of Porter Square Books in Massachusetts recommends “Sour Cherry” by Natalia Theodoridou.
by Emily Bright

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The shadow fighters of the Civil War

The shadow fighters of the Civil War

Historian Patrick O’Donnell spotted an intriguing roadside marker and then spent six years researching a part of the Civil War long forgotten. His 2024 book, “The Unvanquished,” tells the story of shape-shifting spies, fearless guerilla fighters and military leaders straight out of a movie.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Here are the nonfiction books NPR staffers have loved so far this year

Here are the nonfiction books NPR staffers have loved so far this year

A deep dive on gossip. Revolutionary history. A meditation on muscle. A closer look at the color blue. And memoirs galore. There’s something for everyone on this nonfiction summer reading list.
by Meghan Collins Sullivan and Beth Novey

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6 new books out this week, including true stories of trailblazers

6 new books out this week, including true stories of trailblazers

For many working adults, the summer can often feel the same as the rest of the year. So, maybe our idea of a “summer read” should encompass a wider swath of books? Here are a few out this week.
by Colin Dwyer

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MN Shortlist

Minnesota Shortlist is your weekly curated roundup of recommended arts events from MPR News, highlighting standout theater and music performances, exhibits and gatherings around the region.

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