825 Arts

825 Arts 825 Arts is your creative home for the arts in Frogtown And Rondo! Formerly known as VTAC.
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12/02/2024

We've got Winter Camps coming to 825 Arts! Join us January 3rd for the Designer Challenge, where you'll choose items from a local thrift store to turn into a FIRE outfit, with the support of a team of experts! Interested? Email [email protected] for more info.

We're pleased to announce the winners of our Haunted Hayrides Minecraft Event! Congrats to our team winners Rosalyn and ...
12/01/2024

We're pleased to announce the winners of our Haunted Hayrides Minecraft Event! Congrats to our team winners Rosalyn and Griffin of team Best Builders Ever, who won with their build Underwater Thriller, and player Hbbomber, our individual winner, who won with his monstrously spooky ride! The judges enjoyed their creative style, inventive approach to scares and storytelling, and great uses of scenery. They'll each receive a $20 prize and certificate for winning!

Today at 3 is the 825 Arts debut of Bring Your Kids! Join this fun interactive improv team for jokes, music, and fun, pe...
11/30/2024

Today at 3 is the 825 Arts debut of Bring Your Kids! Join this fun interactive improv team for jokes, music, and fun, perfectly suited for ages 5 until they're too old for this sort of thing. Bring a joke to tell and get ready for a great time!

Tonight! Join us from 5:30-7:30pm for food, music, and discussion with the artists as we unveil our new mural by the Ikt...
11/29/2024

Tonight! Join us from 5:30-7:30pm for food, music, and discussion with the artists as we unveil our new mural by the Iktomi Crew!

This week, Fun Fridays with Family and Friends takes on Black Friday! From 12-5pm on November 29th, we'll be holding a f...
11/28/2024

This week, Fun Fridays with Family and Friends takes on Black Friday! From 12-5pm on November 29th, we'll be holding a free toy exchange market, making thank-you cards, coloring, and enjoying storytime plus a snack. Please bring gently used toys that might bring joy to someone else to trade.

This Saturday, November 30th at 3pm, is the first showing of Bring Your Kids! the Comedy Variety show for kids and their...
11/27/2024

This Saturday, November 30th at 3pm, is the first showing of Bring Your Kids! the Comedy Variety show for kids and their grown ups! Perfect for ages 5 until they're too old for this sort of thing. Featuring comedians, musicians, and you! Kids - Bring a joke to tell! Grown ups - I hope you like jokes.

More info at https://www.bringyourkidscomedy.com/
Tickets are available at https://tix.gobo.show/events/event/KUXGDNb3N9AgH4H9r1N1
(both also linked in our bio!)

11/27/2024
November’s Artist of the Month is Willard Malebear! Willard is founder and tattoo artist at Iktomi Tattoo in Minneapolis...
11/26/2024

November’s Artist of the Month is Willard Malebear! Willard is founder and tattoo artist at Iktomi Tattoo in Minneapolis. He and his talented crew designed and created the stunning mural that will be installed this Friday. Willard did a short interview with us, which is shared below.

What inspires you to create?
“My greatest inspirations come from my children, my peers, and the richness of my culture. Life itself is my canvas—a mix of beauty and challenges that fuel my creativity and remind me of art’s transformative power.”

When did you become an artist?
“I believe we all become artists the moment we pick up a crayon for the first time. For me, I never let go. Creativity has been with me since childhood, and I’ve been evolving as an artist ever since.”

Where are you from?
“I was born at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis and raised in Idaho Falls, Idaho. These places have deeply influenced my journey and the art I create. I’ve called Minneapolis home for the last 18 years.”

Who is your favorite artist?
“My inspirations range from the timeless beauty of Monet to the whimsical creativity of CRAOLA (Greg Simkins). But my biggest inspiration comes from my children and their pure, unfiltered artistry. They, along with my incredible coworkers, challenge me to grow every day.”

Our RONDO Double Dutch Showcase is almost here! At 2pm December 7th at 825 Arts, our Double Dutchers will have their RON...
11/25/2024

Our RONDO Double Dutch Showcase is almost here! At 2pm December 7th at 825 Arts, our Double Dutchers will have their RONDO Double Dutch Showcase performance. Are you ready to jump for joy?

This Friday for Native American Heritage day, join us to unveil our brand-new COMMUNITY MURAL by the Iktomi Crew! From 5...
11/24/2024

This Friday for Native American Heritage day, join us to unveil our brand-new COMMUNITY MURAL by the Iktomi Crew! From 5:30-7:30pm on November 29th, we'll celebrate this incredible new addition to the building with an opportunity to talk with the artists, free food, and music. See you there!

Our new mural by the Iktomi Crew is almost ready to unveil! Don't forget to join us on November 29th from 5:30-7:30 to c...
11/23/2024

Our new mural by the Iktomi Crew is almost ready to unveil! Don't forget to join us on November 29th from 5:30-7:30 to celebrate its going in place.

We raised $7,425 yesterday! Thank you to everyone who participated from Mr. Pecan Praline, Dandelion, and Trouble, Winst...
11/22/2024

We raised $7,425 yesterday! Thank you to everyone who participated from Mr. Pecan Praline, Dandelion, and Trouble, Winston (in his socks!), Toothless, and all the other pets and people of 825. You make our work possible because you are 825!

This Saturday, we're building with water! Whether you make a serene spa or a wild water ride, come make your best watery...
11/22/2024

This Saturday, we're building with water! Whether you make a serene spa or a wild water ride, come make your best watery build.

You got us past $6000! Meet Emma, our Minecraft Coordinator's oldest cat. Emma is a cantankerous old lady who enjoys ste...
11/22/2024

You got us past $6000! Meet Emma, our Minecraft Coordinator's oldest cat. Emma is a cantankerous old lady who enjoys stealing water from unattended mugs, demanding people pet her, and sticking her paws in the mouths of unsuspecting nappers. What waits past the $7000 mark? Donate at tinyurl.com/825GTTM to find out.

We're HALFWAY THERE! Thanks to you, we broke $5k. Enjoy another prize pet: our Executive Director Tyler's dog Marigold! ...
11/22/2024

We're HALFWAY THERE! Thanks to you, we broke $5k. Enjoy another prize pet: our Executive Director Tyler's dog Marigold! Marigold is a sweetheart who has modeled for Give to The Max Day before: she wants you to know she's still got it. Want more critters? donate at tinyurl.com/825GTTM

Don't forget! Tomorrow from 2:30-4:30, it's Fun Fridays with Family and Friends! Join us for silly turkey art and Gratit...
11/21/2024

Don't forget! Tomorrow from 2:30-4:30, it's Fun Fridays with Family and Friends! Join us for silly turkey art and Gratitude cards for those you love.

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