Art-A-Whirl happens to be one of the -if not the largest- open studio tours across the United States, taking place here, in Minneapolis. More specifically the Northeast neighborhood of our beloved city. What a great time of the year for Spring to stay for good. We are almost a week ahead of this great event, so I wanted to drop some words.
This art festival is not just a few blocks of tents and taco food trucks; we are talking about HUNDREDS of studios, galleries, and art businesses. Everything opened for the public to explore and interact with the best of our art community. Yet, this is not only paintings and crafts because there are dozens if not hundreds of live music events matched with gallons of beer and good food. This is a heroic effort to bring the best of our culture being carried on by the Northeast Minneapolis Art Association. In fact, the thing is so big that I have never been able to cover all the studios of one of the many buildings that joined the show! I am not only astonished cause of the size but I am always art-intoxicated by the end.
As a newcomer in the Cities, I always wondered why the Northeast district was self-crowned as the "art district" of Minneapolis. I was aware of some workshops located in the area, but for sure the breweries and restaurants seemed to monopolize all people's attention. It was through this festival that I learned where to look when I visit the Northeast neighborhood. Art-A-Whirl is a successful effort to get people to know the workshops and galleries located in Northeast but also to promote the local artists and musicians.
In fact, I have spent a few days already trying to organize my time to see as much as possible. The lineup of musicians that are going to be playing in the dozens of open venues is impressive. For example, a few breweries and bars are organizing art markets and live music shows along the weekend. 331 Club has a strong number of musicians playing during the weekend including Hummingbird and the Nunnery (two musicians that I have listened to in the past and found outstanding).
More information below:
2022 DATES AND HOURS:
Friday, May 20th – 5:00-10:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 21st – Noon-8:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 22nd – Noon-5:00 p.m.
EXPLORE | DISCOVER | CONNECT
700 artists and galleries are participating in Art-A-Whirl this year at over 40 sites, including studio buildings, galleries, businesses, and breweries.
Visit nemaa.org/art-a-whirl to access the Artist Directory, Maps, and Dining & Brew Guides.
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