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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.

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Bob Dylan's latest venture: selling whiskey

We learned over the weekend that Bob Dylan is putting his name on a new line of whiskies called "Heaven's Door."
by Cathy Wurzer

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A bill to make every American bear arms, in the novel 'Big Guns'

A bill to make every American bear arms, in the novel 'Big Guns'

Steve Israel's new satire imagines a world where the gun lobby holds enough sway to pass such legislation through Congress. As a former Democratic congressman, he knows the subject intimately.
by Michel Martin

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French museum discovers more than half its collection is forged

French museum discovers more than half its collection is forged

The gallery dedicated to the work of artist Etienne Terrus underwent a six-figure renovation only to find that 82 of its paintings are fakes.
by Jake Cigainero

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When Teddy Roosevelt went to the Amazon

When Teddy Roosevelt went to the Amazon

Bookseller Jinny Amundson pulls a good read from the backlist with a tale of adventure and Teddy Roosevelt.
by Tracy Mumford

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Thrown from a horse, he landed in an acclaimed film

Thrown from a horse, he landed in an acclaimed film

"The Rider" depicts a rodeo rider's near-death experience, and his determination to keep working with horses.
by Euan Kerr

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Poetry Friday: Three doses

Poetry Friday: Three doses

To celebrate National Poetry Month, The Thread is showcasing three poems from local independent publishing houses every Friday.
by Tracy Mumford

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On his new album Willie Nelson reflects on mortality

Willie Nelson has a new album which comes out today. The country music legend is 84-years-old now and many of the songs on this record deal with mortality.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Indie Bookstore Day: Where to go, what to read

Indie Bookstore Day: Where to go, what to read

We've compiled reading recommendations from 29 Minnesota bookstores. Bookstores around the state will be celebrating Saturday with sales, signings and other bookish treats.
by Tracy Mumford

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