Multidisciplinary artist Sayge Carroll transitioned from photography to clay, eventually co-founding Mudluk Pottery Studio. Her work blends ceramics and soundscapes to create a transformative, inclusive space in South Minneapolis.
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Minneapolis to host massive Prince sing-along block party this June
Prince Celebration 2026 Minneapolis includes a free community sing-along on June 6 with 10,000 to 15,000 voices, a 100-person choir and emcee Thomasina Petrus as part of a five-day celebration marking a decade since Prince’s death.
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Where diasporic silos are being conquered: Meet BOMJA
BOMJA Minneapolis collective is building a space where African diaspora communities come together through Afrobeats, amapiano and hip-hop rooted in unity across cultural lines.
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Building without waiting: Amara Anieke is solving problems nobody else would
Amara Anieke is a Nigerian-born Minneapolis entrepreneur building simultaneously across prestige television, documentary film, water infrastructure technology, conflict intelligence and brand strategy at 27 years old.
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Usher and Chris Brown Are Coming to Minneapolis This Summer for a Co-Headlining Stadium Tour
Usher and Chris Brown R&B Tour comes to Minneapolis on June 30 at U.S. Bank Stadium as part of a 33-date co-headlining stadium run across North America.
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New Edition Wins Fan Vote but Falls Short of 2026 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction
New Edition Rock Hall omission despite leading the fan vote with over one million votes sparks frustration as the 2026 induction class is announced without the Boston R&B legends.
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Dr. Brittany Lewis challenges institutions to build a new table in debut book
Dr. Brittany Lewis Building a New Table challenges institutions and funders to move beyond good intentions toward genuine community centered leadership rooted in accountability and shared power.
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Antione Jenkins: Making a mark from sneakers to stadiums
Native Coon Rapids artist Antione Jenkins discusses his transition from doodling on desks to painting the “Truck Angel” mural and collaborating with the Minnesota Twins and UFC.
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How Twin Cities murals are telling nature’s story
Twin Cities nature murals across Minneapolis and St. Paul use art to connect urban communities to ecosystems, migration and the living world around them.
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Kevin Washington’s musical journey from Detroit to Walker West
Kevin Washington isn’t just a jazz drummer; he is a musical vessel for Black music. From his Detroit upbringing to his Minneapolis residency, Washington blends funk, gospel, and punk rock to create a spiritual experience he calls “the source.”
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The ‘Wizard of Oz’ is coming to the Children’s Theatre
Children’s Theatre Company Wizard of Oz Minneapolis 2026 runs April 21 through June 14 with a diverse ensemble cast and choreography by Christopher Windom.
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Katherine Dunham residency brings African dance to Northside youth, adults
Katherine Dunham Residency at Lundstrum Performing Arts in North Minneapolis runs March 25 to 29 with African, modern, ballet and hip-hop classes open to all ages.
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PPGJLI Seeks Submissions for Children’s Book Awards Honoring Black Authors and Illustrators
PPGJLI Children’s Book Awards are now accepting submissions from Black authors and illustrators nationwide through April 15.
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TLC, Salt-N-Pepa and En Vogue Headline Minnesota State Fair Grandstand
The Minnesota State Fair has announced a major addition to its 2026 Grandstand Concert Series, bringing together three iconic groups for one night of music and legacy. TLC, Salt-N-Pepa and En Vogue will take the stage for “IT’S ICONIC” on Saturday, Sept. 5 at 7 p.m. at the Grandstand. A night of legendary hits The […]
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South Minneapolis filmmaker centers Black humanity in storytelling
Filmmaker Maxie Rockymore draws from her South Minneapolis roots to showcase Black humanity. From her early days at Hosmer Library to her new film Fresh Cut, she creates accessible art that honors her community and “reflects the times.”
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Kennedy High students turn newspapers into fashion design project
Students at John F. Kennedy High School created wearable designs through a creative newspaper dress project.
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Cringey 2026 Oscars Snub the Heck Out of ‘Sinners’
“Sinners” earned historic Oscar nominations at the 2026 Academy Awards, securing several major wins while also facing notable snubs.
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Trailblazing athlete Lusia Harris spotlighted in Difference Makers book series
The Lusia Harris NBA draft milestone is highlighted in a Difference Makers book about the pioneering basketball star’s historic career.
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20 years of TruArtSpeaks: A poet’s dedication to hip-hop, poetry, and cultural preservation
Tish Jones discovered the power of hip-hop storytelling as a child and has spent decades using poetry and spoken word to educate and uplift young people. As founder of TruArtSpeaks in St. Paul, she blends art, culture, and social justice.
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New play ‘Abuelita’ centers culture, community at Capri Theater
The play Abuelita premieres at the Capri Theater in North Minneapolis, telling a story about culture, family and the women who support communities.