The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees Local 13 had never elected a business agent who wasnāt a White male. That changed with Wendell Bell.
Legendary sound engineer relishes union leadership role Read More
The ‘Human Toll: A Public History of 35W’ exhibit is open Thursdays through Saturdays, in the Main Floor Gallery of the Hennepin History Museum. It will close for good on December 31, 2022.
Not just Rondo: Exhibits show how Interstates uprooted other Black communities Read More
Lehman Riley’s ‘Losing Lizzy’ imparts to children the tips and tools to process and overcome grief.
Local author shares lessons about grief in childrenās bookĀ Read More
The 32nd Annual Black Master Storytellers FestivalĀ takes place September 22 -24.
Black Storytelling Alliance continues cherished tradition Read More
At the corner of East Lake Street and 27th Avenue South sits one of Longfellowās most iconic structures, the Coliseum Building.
Saving the Coliseum: New life rises from the ashes of violence Read More
Billed as the āSoul of the Sixties,ā on June 30 the Dakota was transformed into the Apollo Theater for a night.
Sounds of Blackness cap a remarkable Black Music Month Read More
‘I couldnāt understand. Why does this city not want to say āthank youā to Prince?’
One womanās seven-year journey to make Minneapolis āshine purpleā Read More
Billed as ‘The Soul of the Sixties: A Celebration of Black Music,’ these shows will pay tribute to some of the greatest performers of that decade.
Sounds of Blackness to celebrate the ‘Soul of Sixties’ at the Dakota Read More
‘No disrespect to Spot, but the Target dog has a bronze statue.’
Why not Prince? One womanās seven-year journey to make Minneapolis āshine purpleā Read More
On Tuesday, June 7, on what would have been the legend’s 64th birthday, the stretch of road that he made world-famous was formally rechristened ‘Prince Rogers Nelson Way.’
Sign of the times: Prince Rogers Nelson Way Read More
Hundreds of Prince fans partied in celebration of the legend’s mural unveiling in downtown Minneapolis.
Purple party: Prince fans celebrate mural completion in downtown Mpls Read More
‘Honoring Prince in this way, in the wake of what we have been through, is important for the soul of this city.’
Honoring Prince: community reactions to new street sign and mural Read More
‘Hieroās a brilliant talent, and his work is breathtaking.’
Artist Hiero Veiga now painting Prince mural in downtown Mpls Read More
In this installment, Charles Smith reflects on the origins of Princeās legendary and iconic musical career.
Growing up with Prince: the makings of a superstar Read More
There is likely no one still alive, except Princeās sister Tyka, who knew him better or spent more time with him than his cousin Charles Smith.
Growing up with Prince: the legendās cousin reminisces about their younger yearsĀ Read More
Prince has always taken into account the world around him in his music.
Princeās āWelcome 2 Americaā continues late iconās socio-political musical legacy Read More
Thirty-five years ago this month, Princeās iconic ‘Purple Rain shocked Hollywood, delighted moviegoers and thrust Prince in mega-stardom – breaking barriers in the process.
‘Purple Rain’ turns 35 ā how Prince’s cult classic broke barriers Read More
Unlike other artists, the songs that Prince chose as B-sides were gems and never deemed throwaways or filler.
Prince and the B-Sides: a love story Read More
Prince spent his entire career privately supporting causes that were near and dear to his heart.
Dance on: How Princeās legacy of giving continues to thrive Read More
Nearly thirty years later, it remains one of the most thrilling experiences of my entire life. Prince took us to church that night, as he did with everyone on that 44-city tour across three continents.
Prince in concert: an experience like no other Read More