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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.

Art Hounds: It's all about women

Art Hounds: It's all about women

Art Hounds recommend theater, music, poetry and comedy by and about women.
by Marianne Combs

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12 must-reads during Women's History Month

12 must-reads during Women's History Month

These books have inspired some of your favorite Minnesota female authors.
by Nancy Yang

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Appetites: Good fungi! Local mushrooms for a winter feast

Appetites: Good fungi! Local mushrooms for a winter feast

While fresh local fruits and veggies can be hard to find in the bleak midwinter, there's a whole group of local produce that's still in strong supply. Mushrooms, grown here in Minnesota, are in the markets.

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New music from Jimi Hendrix 47 years after his death

"$20 Fine," a song written and performed by Jimi Hendrix with a guest vocal by Stephen Stills, is part of a new collection of Jimi Hendrix music called "Both Sides of the Sky."
by Cathy Wurzer

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Despite a sad setup, 'House Of Broken Angels' hums with joy

Despite a sad setup, 'House Of Broken Angels' hums with joy

Luis Alberto Urrea's latest, based loosely on his own brother's death, follows the members of a vibrant Mexican-American family as they deal with grief and impending death -- but also celebrate life.
by Lily Meyer

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Celebrating the 20th anniversary of The Big Lebowski

Twenty years ago today the Coen brothers cult classic "The Big Lebowski" was released. To mark the occasion, the Turf Club in St. Paul is holding a watch party tonight. There will be a costume contest, food specials and, of course, White Russians will be the drink of choice. I expect that a lot of people in bathrobes will be dancing to "Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In)" Kenny Rogers.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Stirring, engrossing 'Woman's Hour' recounts the battle for suffrage

Stirring, engrossing 'Woman's Hour' recounts the battle for suffrage

Elaine Weiss's new book reminds us how close of a call women's suffrage was. It all rode on one yes vote in the Tennessee legislature, cast by a man who changed his mind after pressure from his mother.
by Jean Zimmerman

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A phrase for our time: Merriam-Webster adds 'dumpster fire' to dictionary

A phrase for our time: Merriam-Webster adds 'dumpster fire' to dictionary

Editor Peter Sokolowski predicts the phrase is here to stay. "It's been used so broadly in the last two to three years ... that people in the future will have to know what it meant."

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'It just felt very wrong:' Sherman Alexie's accusers go on the record

'It just felt very wrong:' Sherman Alexie's accusers go on the record

Author Sherman Alexie issued a statement in his own defense last week after allegations of sexual harassment began to circulate online. Now, several of the women accusing him are speaking to NPR.
by Lynn Neary

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Trooper shoots woman after crash-related incident on I-94 in NW Minn.

Trooper shoots woman after crash-related incident on I-94 in NW Minn.

What began Monday morning as a response to a crash on I-94 ended with a Minnesota State Patrol trooper shooting and wounding a woman who then fled into a nearby field, authorities say.
by Dan Gunderson

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