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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.

Sheila E. on Prince tribute concert and his death: 'It's really hard'

Sheila E. on Prince tribute concert and his death: 'It's really hard'

Before Sheila E. and Morris Day and the Time rocked out in a Prince tribute concert, they sat down with MPR News. From tears to circumspection, here's our takeaways.
by Tom Weber

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'The Hazel Wood' explores the dangerous side of fairy tales

'The Hazel Wood' explores the dangerous side of fairy tales

In Melissa Albert's dark take on fairy tales, 17-year-old Alice has spent her entire life on the run from her family legacy: a terrifying mythical world created by her grandmother, a famous author.
by Caitlyn Paxson

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3 Harlem Renaissance novels deliver an ingenious take on race

3 Harlem Renaissance novels deliver an ingenious take on race

Novelists Nella Larsen, Wallace Thurman and George S. Schuyler forged their art in what W.E.B. Du Bois famously called the "double-consciousness" of African-Americans.
by Maureen Corrigan

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Trump Jr. hits at Hillary Clinton's 'Fire And Fury' Grammy cameo

Clinton appeared in a faux audition to narrate the audiobook of the gossipy bestseller. Donald Trump, Jr. tweeted that her reading was "a great consolation prize for losing the presidency."

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Minnesota Book Award finalists announced

Minnesota Book Award finalists announced

The Minnesota Book Awards have announced four finalists each for nine categories, including children's literature, poetry and Minnesota-focused nonfiction.
by Tracy Mumford

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The importance of creativity and innovation

The importance of creativity and innovation

Creativity and innovation are critical for generating dynamic economic growth in Minnesota.
by MPR News Staff

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2018 Grammy Awards: The full list of winners

2018 Grammy Awards: The full list of winners

All the trophies given out at the 60th annual Grammy Awards.
by Jacob Ganz

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Bruno Mars wins record of the year Grammy Award

Bruno Mars wins record of the year Grammy Award

The award is Mars' sixth win of the day. Mars acknowledged fellow nominees in the category, including Jay-Z, Lorde and Childish Gambino during the telecast of the 60th Annual Grammy Awards.
by Anastasia Tsioulcas, Ann Powers, Jacob Ganz, Rodney Carmichael and Sidney Madden

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