MOORHEAD, Minn. — You won’t find this small Iowa town on a map, but you will find it at the Rourke Art Gallery Museum in Moorhead. KVRR’s Jessie Cohen tells us how one NDSU professor turned artist and architect has brought his story to life. What started off as an idea during a commercial break has now turned into a…
FARGO, N.D. — When you’re waiting at the baggage claim at the airport, you might notice some new art on the walls. Hector International Airport and the Arts Partnership are teaming up for a year–long initiative that puts art in public places. Six pieces from local artists are on display including paintings, a photograph, and a digital pigment print. The theme…
FARGO, N.D. — You may have heard of the “Humans of New York” project, and there’s actually a version for the Fargo–Moorhead area. A new photo exhibit at the Fargo Public Library downtown showcases people from around the world who now live in the Red River Valley. The community photo project called “The World in Fargo–Moorhead” is made up entirely of…
FARGO, N.D.–Porcupines at the Red River Zoo have a brand new home! Within the past two weeks, the porcupine exhibit has gradually moved into a different area of the zoo. Staff say the new area is better suited for the animal’s needs. The space is three times the size of the old one and features living grass, trees, and movable…
MOORHEAD, Minn. — An exhibit celebrating the struggle for racial equality ends its run on MSUM’s campus. The Songs of Resistance and Civil Rights exhibit commemorates the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King’s assassination. The exhibit includes pictures of songs vital to the fight for civil rights and scanable codes for visitors to play on their smartphones. Faculty in…
MORTON COUNTY, ND — A piece from the Dakota Access protests is headed for the Smithsonian. Their National Museum of the American Indian is adding this nearly 12-foot-tall mile-marker post. It was created by activists to show how far they had traveled. Since treaties were at the heart of the protest over the 3.8 billion dollar oil pipeline, it’ll…
FARGO, ND — The Fargo Public Library’s is highlighting the importance of diversity. They are putting on “The World in Fargo-Moorhead Diversity” exhibit now through October 1 to show all the kinds of people that live in this community. The exhibit features pictures of people from around the area that were all born outside Fargo, each of them having their…
FARGO, N.D. — The Red River Zoo has its first adorable addition of the year, just in time for the summer season. A female Bactrian camel calf was born two weeks ago and is now on exhibit. Bactrian camels are a part of an active breeding program. The species is critically endangered due to hunting and loss of habitat. The…
MOORHEAD, Minn. — Kids are out of school but still had the opportunity to get an art, science and history lesson all in one. The Hjemkomst Center and Inspire Innovation Lab teamed up to create the ultimate learning experience. An exhibit has been set up at the museum recognizing three kids who faced adversity and discrimination in order to change…
