State of the Arts Blog

The MCBA presents a show of work by letterpress artists who know all the rules, but have chosen to ignore them.
Parker designed several Twin Cities landmarks including the Minneapolis Convention Center
Minnesota Architecture: Cream of Wheat HQ
Sometimes it's not just the architecture that draws us to a building, but the childhood memories it evokes.
The band is known for mixing its midwestern musical roots with a decidedly California feel.
Minnesota Architecture: St. John’s Abbey Church
Today's selection for our Celebrating Minnesota Architecture series seems both modern and timeless as it approaches its 50th anniversary.
Der Rosenkavalier explained
Classical MPR's Rex Levang explains the whole Richard Strauss opera in just three minutes
Red Balloon Bookstore changes leadership
The founders and owners of a St Paul institution are retiring, but are confident the childrens bookstore will continue to thrive