By Gwen Westerman Wakpa. The Dakota word for “river.” But it is more than a word. Wakpa is the source of life. Rivers carry our first medicine, mni, that can nourish and heal us. To be near a river can be soothing, and to hear the sounds of water flowing, sounds of water filling, sounds…
By Diane Wilson Dip a paddle into Ȟaȟáwakpa, the Mississippi River, and feel how effortlessly she guides a canoe downstream. Beneath the boat swim hundreds of named fish, eluding the river otters, ospreys, and humans casting for food. Gaze skyward in spring to see a river of birds following this flyway home. Their long journeys…
By Jonathan Palmer Moreover, I am cognizant of the interrelatedness of all communities and states. I cannot sit idly by in Atlanta and not be concerned about what happens in Birmingham. Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny….
It’s ARTopia Time! For the first time since 2019, Public Art Saint Paul is hosting our annual fundraiser, ARTopia 2022, in person! Join us from 6-9 PM on May 5th, 2022 at PAIKKA, the gorgeous and funky event space in Saint Paul. Limited tickets will be available for this event, and guests will be required…
Watch our live broadcast of ARTopia 2021 here originally Livestreamed Wednesday, June 25, 2021. Click here to support our ARTopia 2021 Fund-A-Need Programs Click here view our auction – closes 5 pm on Friday, June 25 RSVP for Zoom information and access to the silent auction. Public Art Saint Paul places artists in leading…
Popsicles, Bikes, and Letters! From City Artist to Parks Ambassador: How Artists Make a Difference in Cities and Regional Agencies. Tuesday, March 24, 5:30 pm – 7 pm Located at the Osborn 370 building, 4th floor. 370 Wabasha Street N, Saint Paul, MN (for reference, this is located across the street from our office). Click…
Announcing Public Art Saint Paul’s Virtual 2020 Gala: ARTopia Thursday, October 22nd, 2020 6 pm – 7 pm Virtual Event is Free to Attend! ATTIRE: We invite you to show off an artful hat in our “Zoom Lounge.” At Public Art Saint Paul, we envision our future filled with creativity, play, and innovation. Advocates like…
“Comforting Climate” new public art by Aaron Dysart and Amanda Lovelee written by Aaron Dysart, City Artist of Public Art Saint Paul Comforting Climate was installed at Dickerman Park in the fall of 2019. Located on the north side of University Avenue between Fairview and Aldine, this park was donated to the City of St….
Tuesday, October 29th, 2019 Frogtown Community Center Located at 230 Como Avenue, Saint Paul MN 55103 Google Maps Link From 6 pm to 8 pm The Art of Food in Frogtown & Rondo, a coalition that Public Art Saint Paul is a part of and whose mission is to creatively cultivate the development of a…
Studio Visit with Lisa Elias This is a member event. If you would like to join our membership program for these behind-the-scene events, click here. Please scroll down to reserve your spot.