'Spirit: Made Here' Launch Event Planned For December 8
Thursday, November 10, 2016 at 3:00AM
Twice per year, Made Here fills windows and other underused spaces throughout WeDo with art made by local artists. The project has grown from visual displays in windows to live performances, artist markets, pop-up galleries and a lot more.
Since it launched in 2013, Made Here has produced more than 336 window displays in commercial spaces, making it the largest initiative of its kind in the country … and that presence has mattered! Nine downtown commercial spaces have been leased since participating in Made Here. And more than 390 artists have worked as part of the project to make WeDo a more visually-vibrant destination for everyone to enjoy.
Spirit: Made Here fills over 30 window displays with art that interprets the theme “spirit.” All displays are on view from December 8, 2016 through March 30, 2017. Enjoy a warm cup of cocoa while on a tour through the Cultural District made bright (literally) by art.
The launch of Spirit: Made Here coincides with 5 to 10 on Hennepin, featuring an artists’ market, street performers and live music on the Northern Lights Stage presented by Jack Link’s!
Here’s a rundown of the launch activities:
Launch Reception:
5:00-8:00pm Minneapolis City Center atrium (light appetizers and cash bar)
The Northern Lights Stage presented by Jack Link’s
5:00-6:30pm Spotlight Education student performance
5:45-6:00pm Welcoming remarks
6:30-8:00pm Spoken word by Kulture Klub Collaborative
6:45-7:00pm Tours of Spirit: Made Here installations
Local Artists’ Market
5:00-8:00pm Featuring more than 15 artists and makers + free flu shots
