THE MOVING WALLS OF MINNEAPOLIS

Dirty Deed by Nikki McComb

May 28 through August 3, 2019 

Opening Reception: 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 30  

Art is My Weapon founder Nikki McComb uses data exploring evictions in North Minneapolis as the guide for "The Moving Walls of Minneapolis."  Part installation, part visual story, this exhibit, produced in partnership with the University of Minnesota Center for Urban and Regional Affairs, brings a deeply personal local perspective to our country’s affordable housing crisis.  For more information about the artist and the exhibit, visit vacatempls.com 

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The Caldwells: Black History and Beyond

Photo: The Nurturing Queen by Charles Caldwell

February 28 through April 13, 2019

Opening reception: 5 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, February 28

Closing event: Noon to 3 p.m., Saturday, April 13

Charles Caldwell, his son Kenneth Caldwell, and his daughter Nakesha Caldwell bring their passions for painting to the UROC Gallery in "The Caldwells: Black History and Beyond."  The show is a partial retrospective of Charles' work, but also features new work by all three artists.

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In the UROC Gallery—"Joy In Translation"

Photo: Before the Burst by Anna Min
Through January 31
UROC Gallery
Opening reception: 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday, September 20

Fine art photographer Anna Min spent the last year seeking out joy and wonderment in the modern world and answering the question, "Where does joy go when it's not around here?" The resulting exhibit—"Joy in Translation"— is a collection of images designed to delight the eye, inspire joy, and give the heart hope for another day.

Joy Today
Thursday, October 25   
5 p.m. Reception; 6:30 p.m. Program

Is it harder to find joy today than it was a generation ago?  Anna Min, leads an exploration of this question with a panel of Twin Cities artists.  This event will feature Korean food, lively conversation, and resources for finding more joy in your own life. 

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