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Murals gain popularity, as communities seek to convey sense of place
Across small towns in North Dakota and Minnesota, murals are becoming more than decoration — they’re turning blank walls into expressions of identity and pride. In Grafton, volunteers have transformed public spaces through paint, drawing neighbors together and sparking conversations about who[...]
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Watch: Control flooding, but make it art. Nebraska’s flood control system is meant to be seen
Stormwater projects aren’t usually something you’d stop to admire. But in Omaha, a new development has turned flood control into art. The Heartwood Preserve spans 500 acres, with 14 limestone basins designed to capture up to 55 million gallons of water while[...]
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New Downtown Mural Celebrates Minot Symphony’s Centennial Season
The Minot Symphony Orchestra is proud to unveil a vibrant new mural in downtown Minot, “Magic Symphony” was painted over Labor Day weekend by local artist Max Patzner in celebration of the Symphony’s 100th season. The colorful mural features playful depictions of[...]
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Artists make downtown alley pop
Minot, Citizens Alley has become more than a walkway—it’s a canvas for local artists and a space for community connection. Murals by Arvin Davis Jr., Cera Pignet, Tessia Samuelson, and Max Patzner now color the alley with personal stories, local landscapes, and[...]
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Got a bold idea for Downtown Brandon? Artists & Creators, BIZ wants to hear from you!
Downtown Brandon is opening its streets to creativity. A new public art grant, funded by the city and run by Brandon Downtown BIZ, invites artists, businesses, and community groups to pitch ideas that will bring color and character to the heart of[...]
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Why water towers have become centerpieces of art for Midwest cities
In Fargo, a water tower is no longer just a hulking utility in the skyline — it’s a canvas. Following Moorhead’s lead, the city turned its largest tower into a piece of public art in 2023, blending images of the Red River,[...]
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Minot’s Union Silos Projects Draws Positive National News
What do you do with a towering grain elevator that hasn’t stored grain in decades? In Minot, you turn it into art. World-renowned muralist Guido van Helten is transforming the city’s skyline with a massive, hand-painted tribute to the people and land[...]
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City of Brandon and BIZ unveil community-driven outdoor art project to revitalize downtown core
Downtown Brandon is about to get more colorful — and more connected. The City of Brandon and Brandon Downtown BIZ have unveiled a new outdoor art program aimed at boosting vibrancy in the heart of the city. In partnership with the Art[...]
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Restored Coca-Cola mural brightens downtown ambience in Grand Forks
A faded piece of Grand Forks’ past now beams with new life above Pillsbury Park. Painters Chad Caya and Casey Opstad spent two weeks carefully restoring a hand-painted Coca-Cola mural on the historic Odd Fellows Block Apartments building. Their goal wasn’t perfection—it[...]
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Grand Forks commission votes to remove mural from ND School for the Blind
A mural outside the School for the Blind in Grand Forks, designed to raise awareness and brighten a public space, now faces removal after the Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6–2 to recommend denial of a variance. The dispute centers on permitting[...]
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Herald Opinion: Beware of setting a precedent in the many-layered mural controversy
What started as a bright, hopeful mural at the North Dakota School for the Blind has turned into a surprisingly complex civic debate. Painted without full city approval, the artwork now faces removal for violating a zoning rule about murals facing residential[...]
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North Dakota Vision Services adds mural to raise awareness, but may have hit a snag with city ordinance
The North Dakota School for the Blind is getting a vibrant new mural that superintendent Paul Olson hopes will do more than just brighten up a busy Grand Forks intersection. The colorful artwork, painted by artist Trey Everett on the building’s north[...]
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Designing Cities and Public Spaces for Families
Alexandra Lange’s thoughtful exploration of how public spaces are designed for families has earned her a Pulitzer Prize for criticism. Her seven-part Bloomberg CityLab series highlights how architecture and landscape design can prioritize children, teenagers, and caregivers—from parks and playgrounds to housing[...]
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Crowds flock to see snow sculpture at Vinterfest 2025
Bitter cold couldn’t chill the spirits at Vinterfest 2025 in Bismarck, where families found warmth in creativity and community. The North Dakota Heritage Center turned into a snowy gallery, hosting grand sculptures by Team North Dakota Snow Sculpting. One highlight, the “Scandinavian[...]
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Grand Forks Council Approves Public Art Plan
The fact that it exists at all makes it news, but the City of Grand Forks is stepping up and funding the project with $30,000. [...]Read More... from Grand Forks Council Approves Public Art Plan