Preserve the Legacy of Northeast Minneapolis

By Josh Blanc

If there is a moment that artists get to show the power of the arts it is during Art A Whirl. Tens of thousands of people come to the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District for an art experience. For the past couple of years, Quincy Street has attracted crowds with photos and petitions of support from Public Works and the City of Minneapolis. 

The Q.arma building led the way with a Preserve the Legacy of Northeast Minneapolis Campaign. Over 1000 people have signed the petition so far to help protect the future of the Quincy Street and Logan Park Arts Corridor. 

In their appeal, they wrote For decades, this interconnected community of artist studios, galleries, and creative businesses has helped define the cultural identity of Northeast Minneapolis. 

As new development plans move forward, they encourage city leaders to support a vision that honors the artistic legacy and creative energy that already make this district extraordinary. 

They encourage the public to send a message to the Mayor and City Council in support of preserving the future and legacy of the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District.