In Honor of George Floyd
Through July 31
Hennepin History
Museum
2303 3rd Avenue S
Pay as you can
This installation looks back on the murder of George Floyd and its aftermath more than a half decade later. Set up in a multi-use room with natural light, a selection of visual and audio materials created by community members in response to Mr. Floyd’s murder stands in a semi-circle. Among other things, these objects and artworks can be experienced as a tribute honoring the man whose life was taken, a prompt to reflect on the aftermath of his murder and how it has been carried into the present time, or as local witness to an officially sanctioned act of violence against one Black community member, alongside the added weight it carried because it is representative of so many others. For more information on the installation and for museum hours, visit hennepinhistory.org.
Four Sisters Farmers Market
Thursdays through
October
11 AM – 3 PM
1414 E Franklin Avenue
Free
Enjoy fellowship, food, handcrafts and fun at Phillips’ own neighborhood Market celebrating Indigenous pride, health, and well-being. The market welcomes everyone, and SNAP/EBT benefits, Market Bucks, Gus Produce Market Bucks, cash, and cards are accepted. In partnership with Hunger Solutions, Four Sisters can match up to $10 of SNAP/EBT benefits. Follow the Four Sisters Farmers Market facebook page to keep up on special weekly programming, including art making, music, and food.
Young Makers
Thursdays through
August 20
4 – 5 PM
Somali Museum
2925 Chicago Avenue
Greenway basement (ground) level
Free
Whether your child loves drawing, creating, exploring, or simply trying something new, the Young Makers summer series is a great place for them to learn, make friends, and have fun. In this series children will explore culture, express their ideas, and create projects they can be proud of in a welcoming and engaging environment. Participants’ work will be showcased in the museum for one week after the program ends. Program is for ages 5+. Spaces are limited, sign up at somalimuseum.org/events/young-makers-hgjah
Better Things 5×5 Reading and Open Mic
Tuesday, July 7
7 PM
Moon Palace Books
3032 Minnehaha Avenue
Free
Re-Entry Lab’s Better Things May 5X5 reading features 5 fantastic writers: Nen G Ramirez, folaṣade, Tony Burgess, Desdamona, and Joe Davis, followed by a community open mic hosted by Davi Gray and Erin Sharkey. ASL interpretation is featured for the entire event. Please note masks are required at Moon Palace Books. Learn more about this month’s readers at reentrylab.org/better-things.
Sakowin Synergy
July 9 – September 5
All My Relations Arts
1414 E Franklin Avenue
Free
Initially set to open in January but delayed by Operation Metro Surge, Sakowin Synergy will finally be on view again starting July 9th. In this multimedia exhibit, curator Ray Janis has brought together a dynamic collection of work by four contemporary artists: Ray “Rock Boy” Janis, Sheldon Starr, Jim Yellow Hawk, and Dwayne “Chuck” Wilcox. Learn more about the artists and the exhibit at allmyrelationsarts.org/exhibitions-events/exhibitions/sakowin-synergy.
Grave Matters: The Story of a City as Told Through its Cemetery
Sunday, July 12
1 – 2:30 PM
Pioneers & Soldiers Cemetery
2945 Cedar Ave S
$15 – $20
Join Alex Weston from Hennepin History Museum on a guided walking tour of the historic Pioneers & Soldiers Cemetery, home to a diverse cross-section of Twin Cities’ residents buried there between 1853 and 1919. The tour highlights forgotten individuals rather than the wealthy and well known to reconstruct a history of Minneapolis from the “ground up.” For more event details and registration, visit hennepinhistory.org/event/grave-matters-the-story-of-a-city-as-told-through-its-cemetery-4.
East Phillips Park Slip & Slide Day
Thursday, July 16
4 – 5:30 PM
East Phillips Park
2307 17th Avenue S
Free
Join East Phillips neighbors at the park for this annual summer celebration. The fun will include pools, water balloons, suds, and last but not least, the annual park staff challenge kickball game!
Popcorn and Pajamas
Thursday, July 23
8 – 10 PM
Phillips Park
2323 11th Avenue S
Free
Popcorn and Pajamas is a cozy community movie night under the stars for families, friends, and neighbors of all ages. Grab your lawn chairs, blankets and favorite pajamas and settle in at the park for an evening of big-screen fun with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (English with Spanish subtitles) and fresh popcorn. Pre-show activities, music and snacks start at 8 pm, with showtime at 8:50.
What Could Not Be Erased: Ledger Art by Joe Pulliam
July 24 – October 9
Two Rivers Gallery
1530 E Franklin Avenue
Free
What Could Not Be Erased is a solo exhibition featuring the work of acclaimed Oglala Lakota ledger artist, Joe Pulliam. Born and raised on Pine Ridge Reservation, Pulliam carries forward a powerful tradition of Lakota storytelling through ledger art. His work is deeply rooted in the histories of resistance, survival, and cultural continuity that have shaped Lakota people for generations. An opening reception will be held on July 24th from 5-7pm. For gallery hours and visitor information, visit maicnet.org/two-rivers-art-gallery.
Born on the 4th of July: From Mississippi to Minnesota
Saturday, July 25
2 PM, 3 PM, and 4 PM
Pillsbury House +
Theatre
3501 Chicago Avenue S
Free
Born on the Fourth of July is a new interdisciplinary sound performance and installation project by artist Queen Drea. Through original music composition, poetry, oral history recordings, improvisation, and layered sound design, the work traces the journey of Queen Drea’s mother from Mississippi to Chicago and Minnesota while reflecting on Black womanhood, migration, caregiving, memory, and family legacy across generations. The installation is open throughout the day as a part of PH+T’s Inside Out Block Party, with live Performances held at 2 PM, 3 PM, and 4 PM.
INSIDE OUT 5
Saturday, July 25
1 – 5 PM
Pillsbury House + Theatre
3501 Chicago Avenue S
Free
Presented by Pillsbury House + Theatre, Inside Out is a joyous community block party that celebrates creativity, healing, wellness, and connection through live performance, food, family activities, local artists, and community resources. This year’s festivities will include live DJs and music from KRSM, community healing and wellness activities, artist marketplace and community organizations, food vendors and refreshments, games, family activities, creative workshops and a Full Cycle bike giveaway for block party participants. Learn more at pillsburyhouseandtheatre.org.
Block Printing Workshop
Sunday, July 26
2 – 6 PM
El Nuevo Campo
2709 E Lake St
Free
Make your very own Lake Street postcard from hand-carved blocks and ink at this outdoor mini-block printing workshop. Whether you’re a new or experienced printmaker, artists will guide you through the process and you leave with a DIY work of your own. Brought to you by Visit Lake Street and Boring House Goods.
AHS Free Pet Clinic
Tuesday, July 28
8 AM – 3 PM
Elliot Park
1000 E 14th Street
Free
This Free pop-up pet wellness clinic from the Animal Humane Society offers routine preventative services for your pet, including yearly vaccines, vet advice, and dental care. For a detailed summary of what to expect at the clinic and how to prepare so you can get the most from your pet’s visit, go to animalhumanesociety.org/resource/what-expect-animal-humane-society-pop-wellness-clinic.
Peavey Celebration of Summer
Thursday, July 30
6 – 8 PM
Peavey Field Park
730 22nd Street E
Free
Celebrate summer in the park with Peavey neighbors by enjoying cold sweet treats and games on the field as well as a craft project for kids. Gather with the neighborhood at the park for some cool summer fun!
