825 Arts

About 825 Arts

Since 2009, our dedicated coalition of board members, volunteers, staff, representatives, small business owners, neighbors, and young artists have worked to realize this mission with the purchase and the renovation of the historic Victoria Theater at 825 University Ave into a community arts center for all of Frogtown and Rondo.

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Programs

Spark Sessions

Come join a band for a month! February 24th from 6-8pm, Spark Sessions is a space for musicians to meet and collaborate, without the pressure that you might have at a jam session or open mic. At the kickoff session participants are formed into new bands/groups, and everyone returns a month later for a showcase performance. What you do in between is all up to you! Expect to have fun, stretch your comfort zone, and be open to collaborating with people who you might not normally. Some limited rehearsal space will be available

Free Family Photos!

February 25th from 5-7:30pm, join Shun Jie Yong for free family photos for residents of Frogtown and Rondo! Sign up HERE to grab your slot.

Speak Out And Lead!

Speak Out And Lead is a youth arts festival BY AND FOR youth artists! April 4th from 12-5pm, artists ages 14-21 will present their art in an art market and on stage.

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Minecraft at 825 Arts

This by-kids-for-kids digital artspace is open every Saturday from 2-4pm! With freebuild, pvp, and guided activity space, plus seasonal competitions and SO MUCH MORE, you can build your dreams! Learn more on our Minecraft page.

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After School Programs at 825 Arts!

What are you doing after school? We’re going to 825 Arts! Starting January 12th, we’ve got a whole suite of after school specials. get your game on at Minecraft club from 4-5:30pm on Mondays, take to the stage with Theater Tuesdays from 4:15-5:30, and build to your heart’s content with LEGO on Fun Fridays! Get signed up for one or all of these programs at https://tinyurl.com/825AfterClass26

Art-B-Q’s: Now Year Round!

No longer must you wait for summer, Art-B-Q’s are year round! From 6-8pm on the third Tuesday of every month, come to 825 Arts for free food, fun art, and community connection! The next Art-B-Q is November 18th.

Artist Membership Program

Artist members gain community, access to our space, and a potential $500 to support their projects.

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Frogtown Arts Festival 2026

This annual outdoor festival is taking over the block to celebrate the talents and cultures of Saint Paul’s Frogtown and Rondo neighborhood. Over 500 community members attend this event, which will be on September 19th 2026. Featuring arts from around the world, food trucks, and civic engagement opportunities, this event is free to attend for all of our community! Presented in collaboration with the Frogtown Neighborhood Association.

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Upcoming Events Calendar:

	March 2026
Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
1	2 Minecraft Club Minecraft Club March 2, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm This weekly club brings together teens and preteens for MINECRAFT! Play and design, while also chiming in on events, theme days, and more. See more details •	3 Theater Tuesdays! Theater Tuesdays! March 3, 2026 4:15 pm - 5:30 pm Our theater classes for kids 4-8 years old! See more details Spark Sessions: In-Person Practice Spark Sessions: In-Person Practice March 3, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm 825 Arts-1-Flex Space (71), 825 Arts-2-#230-3rd Space (33), 825 Arts-1-#120-Performance Space (120) Performance space booked by Adam's Group! See more details • •	4 Artists Healing Healers Artists Healing Healers March 4, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm An evening of positive screen printing shirts, a poetry lesson, and music therapy for health care staff members. Health Care Workers looking for a moment of peace and reflection in art while fundraising for Immigration Defense. Utilizing art as a means of processing grief, finding inspiration, and renewal of purpose to continue to show up for others. Additionally donation and fundraising for the Immigration Law Center. Food from HOMI provided See more details •	5 Artist Membership Listening Session Artist Membership Listening Session March 5, 2026 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm See more details •	6 Theater Tuesdays Listening Session Theater Tuesdays Listening Session March 6, 2026 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm See more details MAXXEAPOLIS MAXXEAPOLIS March 6, 2026 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm See more details • •	7 Minecraft In Person Open Hours Minecraft In Person Open Hours March 7, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA Join us in person or online for Minecraft open hours! See more details Minecraft In Person Open Hours Minecraft In Person Open Hours March 7, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA Join us in person or online for Minecraft open hours! Minecraft In Person Open Hours Saturday, March 15 · 2:00 – 4:00pm Time zone: America/Chicago Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/dyb-aunx-oip Or dial: ‪(US) +1 417-612-7059‬ PIN: ‪917 230 855‬# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dyb-aunx-oip?pin=4793519597457 See more details • •
8	9 Minecraft Club Minecraft Club March 9, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm This weekly club brings together teens and preteens for MINECRAFT! Play and design, while also chiming in on events, theme days, and more. See more details 825 Arts Board meeting 825 Arts Board meeting March 9, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm https://zoom.us/j/98134813795?pwd=bHVLMHAwSFJsS25xc0loNHRuVzdRUT09 See more details • •	10 Theater Tuesdays! Theater Tuesdays! March 10, 2026 4:15 pm - 5:30 pm 825 Arts-1-Flex Space (71) Our theater classes for kids 4-8 years old! See more details Spark Sessions: In-Person Practice Spark Sessions: In-Person Practice March 10, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm 825 Arts-1-Flex Space (71), 825 Arts-2-#230-3rd Space (33), 825 Arts-1-#120-Performance Space (120) See more details • •	11	12 Men On Boats by Ten Thousand Things Theater Men On Boats by Ten Thousand Things Theater March 12, 2026 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Directed by Joy DoloMusic by Walken SchweigertFeaturing Jay Owen Eisenberg, Charli Fool Bear, Ashawnti Sakina Ford, Emjoy Gavino, George Keller, Elise Langer, Anya Naylor, Adelin Phelps, Maureen Sherman-Mendez, Karen Wiese-Thompson, and understudies Michelle de Joya and Em Adam RosenbergStage Manager Jason ClusmanCostume Designer Sarah BahrScenic /Props Designer Sarah BrandnerMovement Coach Isabel Nelson The American government sends a crew of explorers down a river to name and claim things that aren’t theirs to own– and they soon hit rough waters. Riffing on the history of an 1869 expedition through the Grand Canyon and played by a cast of people the first journey left out, Men on Boats is a raucous adventure that questions our mixed-up myths of masculinity and Manifest Destiny. Content Advisory: The show explores masculinity and Manifest Destiny, including the westward expansion into Native lands; it contains strong language including ableist language; yelling and loud voices; reference to war; and references to offstage death. https://tenthousandthings.org for Tickets See more details •	13 Men On Boats by Ten Thousand Things Theater Men On Boats by Ten Thousand Things Theater March 13, 2026 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Directed by Joy DoloMusic by Walken SchweigertFeaturing Jay Owen Eisenberg, Charli Fool Bear, Ashawnti Sakina Ford, Emjoy Gavino, George Keller, Elise Langer, Anya Naylor, Adelin Phelps, Maureen Sherman-Mendez, Karen Wiese-Thompson, and understudies Michelle de Joya and Em Adam RosenbergStage Manager Jason ClusmanCostume Designer Sarah BahrScenic /Props Designer Sarah BrandnerMovement Coach Isabel Nelson The American government sends a crew of explorers down a river to name and claim things that aren’t theirs to own– and they soon hit rough waters. Riffing on the history of an 1869 expedition through the Grand Canyon and played by a cast of people the first journey left out, Men on Boats is a raucous adventure that questions our mixed-up myths of masculinity and Manifest Destiny. Content Advisory: The show explores masculinity and Manifest Destiny, including the westward expansion into Native lands; it contains strong language including ableist language; yelling and loud voices; reference to war; and references to offstage death. https://tenthousandthings.org for Tickets See more details •	14 Men on Boats by Ten Thousand Things Theater Men on Boats by Ten Thousand Things Theater March 14, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Directed by Joy Dolo Music by Walken Schweigert Featuring Jay Owen Eisenberg, Charli Fool Bear, Ashawnti Sakina Ford, Emjoy Gavino, George Keller, Elise Langer, Anya Naylor, Adelin Phelps, Maureen Sherman-Mendez, Karen Wiese-Thompson, and understudies Michelle de Joya and Em Adam Rosenberg Stage Manager Jason Clusman Costume Designer Sarah Bahr Scenic /Props Designer Sarah Brandner Movement Coach Isabel Nelson The American government sends a crew of explorers down a river to name and claim things that aren’t theirs to own — and they soon hit rough waters. Riffing on the history of an 1869 expedition through the Grand Canyon and played by a cast of people the first journey left out, Men on Boats is a raucous adventure that questions our mixed-up myths of masculinity and Manifest Destiny. Runtime of 2 hours, including an intermission. Content Advisory: The show explores masculinity and Manifest Destiny, including the westward expansion into Native lands; it contains strong language including ableist language; yelling and loud voices; reference to war; and references to offstage death. https://tenthousandthings.org See more details Men on Boats by Ten Thousand Things Theater Men on Boats by Ten Thousand Things Theater March 14, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Directed by Joy Dolo Music by Walken Schweigert Featuring Jay Owen Eisenberg, Charli Fool Bear, Ashawnti Sakina Ford, Emjoy Gavino, George Keller, Elise Langer, Anya Naylor, Adelin Phelps, Maureen Sherman-Mendez, Karen Wiese-Thompson, and understudies Michelle de Joya and Em Adam Rosenberg Stage Manager Jason Clusman Costume Designer Sarah Bahr Scenic /Props Designer Sarah Brandner Movement Coach Isabel Nelson The American government sends a crew of explorers down a river to name and claim things that aren’t theirs to own — and they soon hit rough waters. Riffing on the history of an 1869 expedition through the Grand Canyon and played by a cast of people the first journey left out, Men on Boats is a raucous adventure that questions our mixed-up myths of masculinity and Manifest Destiny. Runtime of 2 hours, including an intermission. Content Advisory: The show explores masculinity and Manifest Destiny, including the westward expansion into Native lands; it contains strong language including ableist language; yelling and loud voices; reference to war; and references to offstage death. https://tenthousandthings.org See more details Minecraft In Person Open Hours Minecraft In Person Open Hours March 14, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA, 825 Arts-2-#230-3rd Space (33) Join us in person or online for Minecraft open hours! See more details Minecraft In Person Open Hours Minecraft In Person Open Hours March 14, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA Join us in person or online for Minecraft open hours! Minecraft In Person Open Hours Saturday, March 15 · 2:00 – 4:00pm Time zone: America/Chicago Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/dyb-aunx-oip Or dial: ‪(US) +1 417-612-7059‬ PIN: ‪917 230 855‬# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dyb-aunx-oip?pin=4793519597457 See more details Men On Boats by Ten Thousand Things Theater Men On Boats by Ten Thousand Things Theater March 14, 2026 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Directed by Joy DoloMusic by Walken SchweigertFeaturing Jay Owen Eisenberg, Charli Fool Bear, Ashawnti Sakina Ford, Emjoy Gavino, George Keller, Elise Langer, Anya Naylor, Adelin Phelps, Maureen Sherman-Mendez, Karen Wiese-Thompson, and understudies Michelle de Joya and Em Adam RosenbergStage Manager Jason ClusmanCostume Designer Sarah BahrScenic /Props Designer Sarah BrandnerMovement Coach Isabel Nelson The American government sends a crew of explorers down a river to name and claim things that aren’t theirs to own– and they soon hit rough waters. Riffing on the history of an 1869 expedition through the Grand Canyon and played by a cast of people the first journey left out, Men on Boats is a raucous adventure that questions our mixed-up myths of masculinity and Manifest Destiny. Content Advisory: The show explores masculinity and Manifest Destiny, including the westward expansion into Native lands; it contains strong language including ableist language; yelling and loud voices; reference to war; and references to offstage death. https://tenthousandthings.org for Tickets See more details • • • • •
15	16 Minecraft Club Minecraft Club March 16, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm This weekly club brings together teens and preteens for MINECRAFT! Play and design, while also chiming in on events, theme days, and more. See more details Minecraft Listening Session Minecraft Listening Session March 16, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm See more details • •	17 Theater Tuesdays! Theater Tuesdays! March 17, 2026 4:15 pm - 5:30 pm Our theater classes for kids 4-8 years old! See more details Art-B-Q! Art-B-Q! March 17, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 825 Arts, 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA See more details • •	18	19	20	21 HeART of the cities HeART of the cities March 21, 2026 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm See more details Minecraft In Person Open Hours Minecraft In Person Open Hours March 21, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA Join us in person or online for Minecraft open hours! See more details Minecraft In Person Open Hours Minecraft In Person Open Hours March 21, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA Join us in person or online for Minecraft open hours! Minecraft In Person Open Hours Saturday, March 15 · 2:00 – 4:00pm Time zone: America/Chicago Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/dyb-aunx-oip Or dial: ‪(US) +1 417-612-7059‬ PIN: ‪917 230 855‬# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dyb-aunx-oip?pin=4793519597457 See more details • • •
22 Improv Jam Improv Jam March 22, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Come join an Improv Jam. 6:30 Warm up for BIPOC players. 7:30pm show Open to all. See more details •	23 Minecraft Club Minecraft Club March 23, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm This weekly club brings together teens and preteens for MINECRAFT! Play and design, while also chiming in on events, theme days, and more. See more details •	24 Theater Tuesdays! Theater Tuesdays! March 24, 2026 4:15 pm - 5:30 pm Our theater classes for kids 4-8 years old! See more details Artist Membership Meeting Artist Membership Meeting March 24, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm See more details • •	25	26 Macbeth presented by Rosetown Playhouse Macbeth presented by Rosetown Playhouse March 26, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm “The classic tale of violent ambition, presented as you’ve never seen it.” Macbeth, a brave general, is given a prophecy by three witches foretelling he will be King. Spurred to act on his latent ambition by his Lady, Macbeth begins a bloody campaign that stains the world red. This production supplements Shakespeare’s work with additional text by William Davenant and Thomas de Quincey. Warning: This show contains strong language and bloody violence. It is not recommended for children under 13. rosetownplayhouse.org See more details •	27 Macbeth presented by Rosetown Playhouse Macbeth presented by Rosetown Playhouse March 27, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm “The classic tale of violent ambition, presented as you’ve never seen it.” Macbeth, a brave general, is given a prophecy by three witches foretelling he will be King. Spurred to act on his latent ambition by his Lady, Macbeth begins a bloody campaign that stains the world red. This production supplements Shakespeare’s work with additional text by William Davenant and Thomas de Quincey. Warning: This show contains strong language and bloody violence. It is not recommended for children under 13. rosetownplayhouse.org See more details •	28 Macbeth presented by Rosetown Playhouse Macbeth presented by Rosetown Playhouse March 28, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm “The classic tale of violent ambition, presented as you’ve never seen it.” Macbeth, a brave general, is given a prophecy by three witches foretelling he will be King. Spurred to act on his latent ambition by his Lady, Macbeth begins a bloody campaign that stains the world red. This production supplements Shakespeare’s work with additional text by William Davenant and Thomas de Quincey. Warning: This show contains strong language and bloody violence. It is not recommended for children under 13. rosetownplayhouse.org *Understudies are playing the leads See more details Minecraft In Person Open Hours Minecraft In Person Open Hours March 28, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA Join us in person or online for Minecraft open hours! See more details Minecraft In Person Open Hours Minecraft In Person Open Hours March 28, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, USA Join us in person or online for Minecraft open hours! Minecraft In Person Open Hours Saturday, March 15 · 2:00 – 4:00pm Time zone: America/Chicago Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/dyb-aunx-oip Or dial: ‪(US) +1 417-612-7059‬ PIN: ‪917 230 855‬# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dyb-aunx-oip?pin=4793519597457 See more details Macbeth presented by Rosetown Playhouse Macbeth presented by Rosetown Playhouse March 28, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm “The classic tale of violent ambition, presented as you’ve never seen it.” Macbeth, a brave general, is given a prophecy by three witches foretelling he will be King. Spurred to act on his latent ambition by his Lady, Macbeth begins a bloody campaign that stains the world red. This production supplements Shakespeare’s work with additional text by William Davenant and Thomas de Quincey. Warning: This show contains strong language and bloody violence. It is not recommended for children under 13. rosetownplayhouse.org See more details • • • •
29 Macbeth presented by Rosetown Playhouse Macbeth presented by Rosetown Playhouse March 29, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm “The classic tale of violent ambition, presented as you’ve never seen it.” Macbeth, a brave general, is given a prophecy by three witches foretelling he will be King. Spurred to act on his latent ambition by his Lady, Macbeth begins a bloody campaign that stains the world red. This production supplements Shakespeare’s work with additional text by William Davenant and Thomas de Quincey. Warning: This show contains strong language and bloody violence. It is not recommended for children under 13. rosetownplayhouse.org See more details Macbeth presented by Rosetown Playhouse Macbeth presented by Rosetown Playhouse March 29, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm “The classic tale of violent ambition, presented as you’ve never seen it.” Macbeth, a brave general, is given a prophecy by three witches foretelling he will be King. Spurred to act on his latent ambition by his Lady, Macbeth begins a bloody campaign that stains the world red. This production supplements Shakespeare’s work with additional text by William Davenant and Thomas de Quincey. Warning: This show contains strong language and bloody violence. It is not recommended for children under 13. rosetownplayhouse.org Understudies are playing the leads. See more details • •	30 Minecraft Club Minecraft Club March 30, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm This weekly club brings together teens and preteens for MINECRAFT! Play and design, while also chiming in on events, theme days, and more. See more details •	31 Theater Tuesdays! Theater Tuesdays! March 31, 2026 4:15 pm - 5:30 pm Our theater classes for kids 4-8 years old! See more details Spark Sessions: Performance Spark Sessions: Performance March 31, 2026 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm 825 Arts-1-#120-Performance Space (120) See more details • •

Accessibility at 825 Arts

We strive to be an accessible building for all who visit. Please refer to our accessibility guide for specific information about our building! Questions? Please email communications@825arts.org.

Our Accessibility Guide

Parking: Lot parking is available at Ryan Plumbing on the corner of Avon and University. Street parking is available on the surrounding blocks. Parking is available on University Avenue after 6PM. Accessible parking drop off is available at our neighbor, Demera.

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Building a Creative Home for Frogtown and Rondo

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Building a Creative Home for Frogtown and Rondo

825 ARTS

Building a Creative Home for Frogtown and Rondo

825 ARTS

Building a Creative Home for Frogtown and Rondo

825 ARTS

Building a Creative Home for Frogtown and Rondo

825 ARTS

Building a Creative Home for Frogtown and Rondo

About 825 Arts

Programs

Spark Sessions

Free Family Photos!

Speak Out And Lead!

Minecraft at 825 Arts

After School Programs at 825 Arts!

Art-B-Q’s: Now Year Round!

Artist Membership Program

Frogtown Arts Festival 2026

Explore More Programs

Speak Out And Lead

Frogtown Arts Festival

Current Programs

Minecraft

Artist Membership Program

Get Involved

Want to be part of 825 Art’s mission? GREAT!

Keep up to date with 825 Arts!

Upcoming Events Calendar:

March 2026

Accessibility at 825 Arts

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Frogtown and Rondo

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Frogtown and Rondo

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Frogtown and Rondo

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Frogtown and Rondo

Building a Creative Home for
Frogtown and Rondo

Building a Creative Home for
Frogtown and Rondo

Building a Creative Home for
Frogtown and Rondo