Our goal is to uplift the Lake Street corridor by mobilizing the unique assets of artists and community members.
Explore Lake Street’s Art
Lake Street is a vibrant and bustling outdoor art gallery, boasting an array of captivating murals that weave a tale of South Minneapolis’s diverse history and creativity. Each mural and public art piece invites you to immerse yourself in its story. Join us on a sensory journey through art, culture, and community – there's always something new to uncover on our vibrant street including a treasure trove of small businesses that exude warmth and hospitality.
Our public art and community activation program aims to foster economic vitality and amplify Lake Street's vibrancy by mobilizing the unique assets of artists and community members. By activating the corridor with events, art, and creativity, we can bring a sense of belonging and build strong ties to a place encouraging economic activity for the many small businesses along the Lake Street corridor.
Since 2020, we have funded over 40 murals, sculptures, and temporary art installations, investing over $500,000 in beautification efforts.
Public Art on Lake Street
We invite you to explore with us the beauty that Lake Street has to offer!
TAKE A MURAL TOUR
Ready to check out some murals? There are over 40 murals between 35W and Hiawatha Ave!
Guardians of the Flame
Julia Chon, 2023
1432 W 31st Street
Funding was provided in part by the Lake Street Council.
"Guardians of the Flame” reflects Chef Ann’s Korean heritage and is a celebration of transformation. It intends to spread healing and protective energy and inspire fearlessness and bold transformation even in the darkest of times. The bright green, blue, red, and yellow colors are those found in Korean temples. The woman is wearing a traditional Korean 'hanbok' in yellow, which was a color traditionally worn only by royalty. She represents the center and the keeper of the flame. The dragon and phoenix are custodians of the East and South, bringing rebirth, transformation, and wisdom to those in their presence.
Frida
Copla Murals, 2023
1501 E Lake Street
Funding was provided in part by the Lake Street Council.
This mural brings color, representation, and celebration of Latinx heritage to this largely Latinx neighborhood. Frida Kahlo struggled immensely throughout her life. However, even in the most challenging moments, she used her creativity as an outlet for exploring her inner world. Her presence reminds us of the importance of resilience and creativity regardless of the circumstances around us.
River Memory
Hiawatha Collegiate High School students, in collaboration with SPRAYFiNGER artists, 2023
2707 36th Avenue
Funding was provided in part by the Lake Street Council.
Located in the viaduct beneath an aging railroad bridge, this pair of gateway murals celebrates the past, present, and future of Seward and Longfellow neighborhoods. It features human and natural resources (especially the river), local landmarks, and members of the resilient community inhabiting the area. The 36th Avenue Revitalization and Transformation (ART) neighborhood group commissioned SPRAYFiNGER, a company that teaches graffiti as an art form, to guide a class of 14 students through the process of mural making.
Procesión
Pablo KALAKA, 2023
1304 E Lake Street
Funding was provided in part by the Lake Street Council.
This mural highlights the diverse immigrant experience that has shaped our East Lake Street community. It shows that all members of the community belong in this neighborhood and can find a home in the cultural melting pot that makes up the New York Plaza building and Lake Street.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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