Step into the world of Artropolis, a three-part artist symposium at the Walker Art Center, where art is not just seen but experienced, boundaries dissolve, and new futures take shape. Over three nights in July and September, this symposium is a convergence of artistic minds—filmmakers, visual artists, musicians, and thought leaders—who dare to reimagine the urban landscape as a living, breathing canvas and celebrate our city’s unique art scene.
Artropolis transforms space into an incubator for radical ideas and collaboration. Enjoy a creative art direction workshop in the Art Lab powered by Something to Say Magazine, music from Effygasm, and a roundtable discussion that explores the collective stewardship of our futures moderated by interdisciplinary artist Za’Nia Coleman with panelists Keith Baker of ReConnect Rondo and Brian Lozenski. In addition to these experiences, see pop-up art displays, a curated film playlist, and rooftop libations from a cash bar. With all programming developed by local Black collective, the Artropolis Guild, it is an invitation to witness artistic experimentation in real time, to engage in conversations that challenge conventions, and to imagine new ways of being together.
Gallery admission is free on Thursday nights, 5–9 pm. Save time and reserve your gallery admission tickets online.
Activities Schedule
5–9 pm: Special curated film playlist in the Bentson Mediatheque
5–9 pm: Listening bar & Chess lounge in Garden Terrace Room, 8th floor
5:30–6:30 pm: Interactive workshop in the Art Lab
6–7 pm, 8–9 pm: Live DJ sets from Effygasm in the Garden Terrace Room, 8th floor
7–8 pm: Roundtable discussion with Za’Nia Coleman on Terrace 3, 8th floor
Accessibility
The Roundtable discussion at 7 pm will have ASL interpretation.
For more information about accessibility at the Walker, visit our Access page.
For more information or to request additional accommodations, call 612-375-7564 or email access@walkerart.org.
Weather Info for Outdoor Programs
In the event of rain or extreme weather, the Artropolis Symposium panel conversation will move to the Garden Terrace Room and art-making will be held in the Art Lab, both with limited capacity. Call 612-375-7600 or email info@walkerart.org for weather updates.
Before Your Visit
Paid underground parking is available on-site. Enter the ramp on Vineland Place at Bryant Avenue. Biking or taking Metro Transit? Learn more.
Visiting the galleries? Enhance your experience by joining a public tour or with self-guided resources accessible for free on Bloomberg Connects.
Personal photography is permitted throughout the Walker and the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, but please turn off the flash when visiting the galleries.
To help us promote future events and programs, this event may be photographed or recorded. By attending, you consent to appear in this documentation and its future use by the museum. Please let staff know upon arrival if you prefer not to be photographed.
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