Celebrating Bi-Culturalism
No Limit - The Art of Tou Her
What type of art do you do? What medium do you work in? That doesn't look like your style. Those are the types of questions and comments all artists receive and little do we know that it shapes how we develop. A praise here, or a critique there nudges us into uncharted territory as we work to please others instead of ourselves. But what happens if we are free to be. Free to create whatever we want. This exhibition is to show all artists, especially the new ones, that there is a path to doing many types of work as a single artist. That you don't have to restrict yourself to realism or cartoons, figurative or still life. All things are possible when you accept that the best type of artist to be is one that works with No Limit.
September 7 - 27th
Celebrate 50 Years of Southeast Asians in Minnesota
10 Exhibits w/ Hmong, Khmer, Lao, and Vietnamese Artists
Healing and joy are at the forefront of XIA's celebration of Southeast Asians in Minnesota, alongside our recognition and honor for the immense violence, struggles, and institutional inequities that Southeast Asian refugees experienced in the last half century. Often tied to an identity of war and trauma, Southeast Asians carry a heavy burden of honoring their history and balancing that with creating a new legacy of healing and joy, especially as members of the diaspora. We will never forget our history of experiencing genocide and being refugees, and we will let that inspire our efforts to embrace our multidimensional existence. Our celebration of this anniversary shares our hope and growth for a brighter future, while also holding space to grieve our past.
What Southeast Asians selflessly offer to our home in Minnesota is a strong sense of community, a determination for cultural preservation, resilience against displacement and resettlement. Most remarkably Southeast Asians offer inspiration and hope that healing, joy, and unity are attainable. All of this fosters an enduring human spirit, reminding us that humanity is ever present when you live with love for the people around you. We hope you will experience this love and community in our celebration of the 50th anniversary of Southeast Asians in Minnesota too.
Solo Exhibition of A Lao Artist
Lao Artist Heritage Month Featuring Somchay Souvankham
August is officially recognized as Lao American Artists Heritage Month in Minnesota, a proclamation that has been issued by the Governor since at least 2015. This month celebrates and acknowledges the significant contributions of Lao artists and culture builders both within the United States and the broader Lao diaspora.
August 2nd - 24th
Every gift shop purchase
supports the economic
growth of an artist
upcoming events &
creative workshops
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"Culture produces economic value and strength that communities of color should not ignore when building and creating economic value & development . . . Arts & culture really increases our visibility and our impact in every positive way by sharing our culture with everyone."
Va Megn Thoj, Executive Director of AEDA
Acknowledgements
This initiative is funded in part by MHC with money from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4, 2008.
This initiative is also made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
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Acknowledgements
This initiative is funded in part by MHC with money from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4, 2008.
This initiative is also made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
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