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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.

Appetites: Lynne Rossetto Kasper's final course on the air

Appetites: Lynne Rossetto Kasper's final course on the air

Before her retirement from The Splendid Table, Lynne Rossetto Kasper looks back at 22 years of important discussion, lessons and food.
by MPR News Staff

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Living legend Cornbread Harris shares stories and songs from his seven-decade career

Living legend Cornbread Harris shares stories and songs from his seven-decade career

Cornbread Harris is a living legend. At 90 years old, the rock 'n' roll pioneer (also known as Jimmy Jam's dad) visited The Current's studios to record an in-studio session with Local Show host Andrea Swensson and MPR News host Tom Weber.
by Julie Siple, Tom Weber and Andrea Swensson

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Mortimer's introduces live music

Mortimer's, which has a bit of a reputation as a dive bar, is looking to reinvent itself.
by Phil Picardi

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Singer files sex assault complaint against former Trump aide

Singer files sex assault complaint against former Trump aide

A singer and potential congressional candidate says she has filed a sexual assault complaint against Corey Lewandowski, President Trump's former campaign manager, for hitting her twice on her buttocks during a Washington gathering in November.
by The Associated Press

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The best reissues of 2017

The best reissues of 2017

It was a good year for previously unheard songs from classic albums and discoveries of studio works and live performances that never saw the light of day.
by Tom Moon

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In 'The Power,' women develop a weapon that changes everything

In 'The Power,' women develop a weapon that changes everything

Naomi Alderman's new novel imagines a world in which women suddenly pose a physical threat to men. Alderman says it was gratifying to imagine how characters might use that power to fight back.
by Lynn Neary

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Americans love spices. So why don't we grow them?

Americans love spices. So why don't we grow them?

Buying local fruit, vegetables and meat has become increasingly popular in the United States, but we still import most of our spices. Some say homegrown spices are a growth opportunity for farmers.
by Kristen Hartke

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Robert Siegel and a career of memorable moments

Robert Siegel and a career of memorable moments

After 30 years as host of All Things Considered, Robert Siegel is retiring. MPR News ATC host Tom Crann recently sat down with Siegel to talk about his work over the past few decades.
by Tom Crann

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Magical Mystery Tour film was a rare Beatles dud

Magical Mystery Tour film was a rare Beatles dud

"The Magical Mystery Tour" debuted on BBC television 50 years ago Tuesday.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Just trust me: In praise of strange books

Just trust me: In praise of strange books

Author Victoria Schwab says she loves the books that can't be categorized, that fall between library-shelf categories, and that spark passionate debate among readers who either love them or hate them.
by Victoria Schwab

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