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Contemporary printers: breaking all the rules

The MCBA presents a show of work by letterpress artists who know all the rules, but have chosen to ignore them.
by Marianne Combs

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Architect Leonard Parker dies at age 90

Parker designed several Twin Cities landmarks including the Minneapolis Convention Center
by Euan Kerr

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Minnesota Architecture: Cream of Wheat HQ

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.
by Marianne Combs

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Joey Ryan and the Inks: sunny melancholy

The band is known for mixing its midwestern musical roots with a decidedly California feel.
by Marianne Combs

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Minnesota Architecture: St. John’s Abbey Church

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.
by Marianne Combs

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Der Rosenkavalier explained

Der Rosenkavalier explained

Classical MPR's Rex Levang explains the whole Richard Strauss opera in just three minutes
by Euan Kerr

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Red Balloon Bookstore changes leadership

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
by Euan Kerr

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