Current Programming
825 In The Neighborhood
Rondo Double Dutch!
April 9th-May 28th 2025!
We’re thrilled to announce that the Rondo Double Dutch program runs seasonally at 825 Arts! This fun and engaging pay-what-you-can program gets kids of all ages up and jumping. Sign up now HERE
MAYDAY: Art & Dance Party!
May 3rd, 6-9PM, get your solidarity groove on! Come party down with community organizers, artists, union rock stars and generally great people! Let’s have some creative fun while fighting the broligarchy! Cake, amazing artwork for sale and radical dance grooves will be provided!
Fun Fridays!
Join us at 825 Friday afternoons from 2:30-4:30 for fun creative time with Family and Friends! Recommended for kids 3-10 and their caregivers. Please note- all kids will need an adult caretaker.
Minecraft at 825
Our in person Minecraft program has EVERYTHING: computers for free use, helpers to assist with difficult builds, snacks, and a build space for every type of creative! Come build with us every Saturday from 10:30am-12pm. Excited? Let us know you’re coming at https://tinyurl.com/825MCIP24, as spots are limited (though walk-ins are welcome, space allowing).
Can’t make it in person? Join our server from anywhere in the world; just log in to Minecraft and go to 825arts.exaroton.me
In person programming is pay-what-you-can. All proceeds go to 825 Arts, and scholarships are available.
To learn more, go to our Minecraft Page
825 Artz: zAmya in residency!
From April 28th to June 17th, zAmya Theater Project is in residence at 825 Arts! Every Monday and Thursday from 3-5 PM, come to 825 Arts for collaborative theater workshops with zAmya. Designed by and for individuals who have experienced homelessness, these sessions serve as a platform for artistic skill-building, fostering social connections, and encouraging creative expression. They will culminate in an informal “shareformance” at an Art-BQ on June 17th!
People who’ve experienced homelessness especially encouraged to attend! We have coffee, snacks, and bus tokens (while supplies last). Email Esther, Company Manager, with questions and accessibility needs: esther@zamyatheater.org, 612-760-4804
Learn more at https://zamyatheater.org/825-artz
Artist Membership Program
Curious about becoming an artist member? Excited to get involved at 825? Come to our Artist Membership meetings at 825 Arts from 6-8pm on the fourth Tuesday of every month.
Email nehemiah@825arts.org for more information
Community Trauma Response Program
825 Arts will provide for the acute need for community access to safe, healing, creative spaces through their new Community Trauma Response Program. The goal is for this to be a responsive program available to the public any time there are events that provoke collective grief or trauma. In addition to offering creative resources, 825 will provide the community with information that directs them to low-cost/affordable mental health services, access to emotional and spiritual healers and bodyworkers, and places to find free food for people in need.
1. ) What inspires you to create? I love art that is accessible and affordable to everyone. Creating art – especially if it has a social justice angle with a sense of humor or absurdity thrown in – helps me be a bit happier in this kooky old world.
2.) When did you become an artist? I’ve been writing for awhile, but trying visual art kind of kicked off in earnest a little pre-pandemic
3.) Where are you from? I’m originally from Kansas and then lived in the Pacific Northwest. I’ve been in the Midway neighborhood of Saint Paul for the last 20+ years, so maybe I’m a local now?
4.) Who is your favorite artist ? The Gorilla Girls and Banksy are top shelf. Art+humor+social justice: heck yeah!
5.) Anything else folks should know about you? 825 Arts has been amazing to work with. Becoming an artist member has been a great experience, and I’d encourage artists – established or new- to give it a shot!
Thank you to Our Funders!
thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
