Virtual Community Festivals

Mia works with partners to offer creative activities at community festivals. Now you can participate in some of the activities online!

Email communityarts@artsmia.org with questions or to share images of your finished artworks.

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Mde Maka Ska Canoe Nations Virtual Gathering

The Minneapolis Institute of Art collaborates with Nawayee Center School and Native artists to provide creative activities as part of this annual community gathering.

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Día de los Muertos

In continued collaboration with our partner Centro Tyrone Guzman, we are honoring Día de los Muertos with a variety of videos and other interactive elements located here and on Centro’s website. We hope you and your family will join us in exploring the history, symbolism, and art behind this meaningful holiday.

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Owámni Falling Water Festival

Owámni means “falling water” in the Dakota language. Owámni means “falling water” in the Dakota language. Our partners at the Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board have co-hosted a free and family-friendly event that celebrates Indigenous Minnesota culture with music, art, and more.

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Lake Harriet Kite Festival

Kites of all shapes, sizes, colors, and themes fly over frozen Lake Harriet/Bdé Umáŋ each winter. Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board, East Harriet and Linden Hills neighborhoods host an annual winter celebration of this playful pastime.

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