Whether you’re training for a race, taking a morning walk, or simply looking for a new place to explore, Minneapolis parks offer countless ways to...
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Parks & Possibility: A Conversation with Sincere Kanan Smith
Designed to give young people space to create freely and build skills in a supportive environment, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s...
Finding Magic Through the Parks: A Conversation with Phyllis Chatham
Meet Phyllis Chatham, also known to many as the “Mississippi Mermaid,” a North Minneapolis artist, mentor, and community builder whose life and work...
People, Parks, & The Power of Connection: A Conversation with Kelsey Johnson
Meet Kelsey Johnson, Committee Chair for the People for Parks Fund Chair and Program and Grants Associate at the McKnight Foundation. Since 2020,...
The Art of Close Looking: A Conversation with Marilyn Garber
As founder of the Minnesota School of Botanical Art, and an artist herself, Marilyn Garber has played a pivotal role in preserving and celebrating...
A Conversation with Artist & Snow Sculptor, Heather Friedli
Minneapolis-based artist Heather Friedli brings together painting, snow sculpting, and storytelling to explore movement, identity, and our...
A Conversation with Dan Woychick, Founder of LoveMPLSParks & Creator of the Posters for Parks Show
Dan Woychick has been at the heart of connecting design, art, and parks for years. From launching LoveMPLSParks to creating the Posters for Parks...
A Conversation with Minneapolis Parks Foundation Executive Director, Martin Wera
A longtime leader in Minnesota’s nonprofit community, Martin Wera has spent more than 20 years connecting private funding to public causes; from...
A Conversation with Dan Elias, Design Project Manager at the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board
As a Design Project Manager at the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, Dan Elias plays a key role in shaping some of the city’s most beloved...