Arts and Culture

Located in the heart of the Twin Cities' thriving arts environment, the University of Minnesota is a major contributor to the cultural richness of the community. Come enjoy its art galleries, museums, theater productions, dance programs, concerts, lectures, and films.

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> Areas of Study in the Arts
> Student Unions
> Arts and Culture Resources

Art Exhibits

• The Goldstein Museum of Design – Presents changing exhibits focused on the role of art and design in people's lives.
• Larson Gallery, St. Paul Student Center – Exhibits are featured in an informal atmosphere with music for listening and places for relaxing.
• Nash Gallery, Regis Center for Art– Art exhibitions by faculty and students of the Department of Art, Twin Cities Student Unions Visual Arts Committee, and regional and national artists.
• Weisman Art Museum – A Twin Cities architectural landmark featuring a collection of American art and a continuing schedule of special exhibitions, lectures, and programs.

Museums and Educational Exhibits

• Bell Museum of Natural History – Connecting people with the natural world through art and science exhibits, hands-on activities, and renowned wildlife dioramas.
• Heritage Gallery, McNamara Alumni Center – Step through the reconstructed Memorial Stadium arch and back into University history. Photos, videos, memorabilia.
• Humphrey Forum, Humphrey Center – Photographs, film, and video displays feature the drama of politics from conventions to public dissent.
• Kerlan Collection, 113 Andersen Library – Internationally acclaimed collection of children's books.
• The Raptor Center – Internationally renowned rehabilitation facility for birds of prey. Exhibits. Tours by reservation. Gift store.

Performing Arts, Music, and Film

• Ted Mann Concert Hall – More than 100 free public concerts each year—University jazz, orchestra, band, choral, and opera—as well as performances by nationally acclaimed arts organizations.
• Northrop Memorial Auditorium – Home of the exciting Northrop Dance Season, jazz series, and touring performing arts headliners. Auditorium seats 4,800 and hosts major lectures and graduation ceremonies.
• U Film Society, Bell Museum Auditorium – The best international and independent films and visiting filmmakers. Seven nights a week. Tickets at the door.
• University Theatre, Rarig Center and
  Barbara Barker Center for Dance – Classic and experimental theatre with the broadest repertoire and lowest ticket prices in town. Performances on four stages. The Barker Center hosts performances and classes in Minnesota's only building dedicated to dance.
• West Bank Arts Quarter

Lectures

• Great Conversations, Ted Mann Concert Hall

Areas of Study in the Arts

• Department of Art
• Department of Art History
• Department of Theatre Arts and Dance
• School of Music
• Split Rock Arts Program

Student Unions

• Coffman Memorial Union – Offers diverse programming—art, films, lectures, and music. Meeting rooms, offices for student services and organizations, food services, copy center, convenience store, recreation, and study lounges.
• St. Paul Student Center – Offers a broad spectrum of arts, entertainment, and cultural affairs. Terrace Cafe, Outdoor Store, Larson Art Gallery, Games Room, convenience store, bookstore, copy center, and conference facilities.

Arts and Culture Resources

• Campus events calendar – Twin Cities campus.

- Campus events calendar