"At the Walker Art Center, this moment has only deepened our longstanding commitment to providing a welcoming, civic space for all people-one that is grounded in dignity, respect and care. Museums and cultural organisations must embrace our vital role in bringing people together, whether friends or strangers."
"Over the past weeks, we have kept our doors open, inviting people to convene in our galleries, our cinema and theatre, and our art-making lab. We have screened films, hosted the poet and activist Layli Long Soldier, and offered beading workshops led by Indigenous makers in conjunction with the exhibition Dyani White Hawk: Love Language."
"Our learning and engagement team has assembled more than 1,000 art-making kits for distribution through after-school programmes and are working directly to reach affected families. These are among the examples of what we have offered our communities in this time-and what we will continue to offer in the weeks to come."
Operation Metro Surge, increased federal immigration enforcement in Minneapolis, has created widespread fear and disruption affecting artists, students, and residents regardless of immigration status. Schools shifted to virtual learning and many people sheltered in place. The Walker Art Center responded by deepening its commitment to serve as a welcoming, dignified community space. Museums and cultural organizations play vital roles in bringing people together and building shared community connections. The Walker kept facilities open, screening films, hosting poets and activists, offering Indigenous-led workshops, and distributing over 1,000 art-making kits through after-school programs to reach affected families. Art engagement helps communities process difficult realities and build resilience.
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