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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.

With Chinese art show, Mia breaks the museum mold

With Chinese art show, Mia breaks the museum mold

"Power and Beauty in China's Last Dynasty" is an exhibition that has to be experienced as much as viewed.
by Euan Kerr

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A Syrian teen, forced to flee 'A Land of Permanent Goodbyes'

A Syrian teen, forced to flee 'A Land of Permanent Goodbyes'

After her first book, journalist Atia Abawi was inspired to write a young adult novel about the Syrian refugee crisis. "It seems very dark, but it's a situation that happens all the time," she says.
by Rachel Martin

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Sports talk jocks rock the Mall of America

Sports talk jocks rock the Mall of America

Mall-goers can stand and gawk as sports talk radio hosts spend their days talking to current NFL players.
by Kyle Shiely

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Trump's a target at snow sculpting championship

Trump's a target at snow sculpting championship

President Donald Trump makes an appearance at the National Snow Sculpting Championship in Wisconsin as a subject of a snow sculpture by a Minnesota team.
by Associated Press

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Timberlake rules out 'N Sync reunion at Super Bowl show

Timberlake rules out 'N Sync reunion at Super Bowl show

Timberlake ruled out any chance his former boy band 'N Sync would join him Sunday or other potential special guests would show up.
by Associated Press

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Duluth's historic NorShor Theatre stages a revival

Duluth's historic NorShor Theatre stages a revival

After nearly eight years of planning and more than a year and a half of construction, the $30.5 million restoration of Duluth's last remaining historic playhouse culminates tonight with a grand opening performance of the musical "Mamma Mia."
by Dan Kraker

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The man behind 'Left Shark' explains his viral Super Bowl moment

The man behind 'Left Shark' explains his viral Super Bowl moment

Three years ago, Bryan Gaw performed alongside Katy Perry in a blue shark costume and became an instant hit. Today he says he was playing a character: an everyday, imperfect person.
by David Greene and Phil Harrell

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Appetites: The 'Taste of The NFL' returns to Minnesota

Appetites: The 'Taste of The NFL' returns to Minnesota

The NFL and America's top chefs will come together this Saturday in Saint Paul to raise money for Minnesota's food shelves.
by MPR News Staff

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'Naked I' returns with more nonconforming theater

'Naked I' returns with more nonconforming theater

For trans and other gender-nonconforming artists, the show raises the curtain on important conversations.
by Marianne Combs

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