Our Mission
VSA arts of Minnesota works to create a community where people with disabilities can learn through, participate in and access the arts.
Our History
VSA arts of Minnesota, founded in 1986, is an affiliate of VSA arts in Washington D.C. which was founded in 1974 by Jean Kennedy Smith. VSA stands for Vision, Strength, and Access. It is a non-profit agency that provides programs and services that make the arts available and accessible to Minnesota people with disabilities.
Our Values
VSA arts of Minnesota is dedicated to ensuring that music, theater, dance, creative writing, and visual and media arts play a part in the lives of all people. In addition, VSA arts of Minnesota believes that experiences in the arts enhance personal growth, increase educational achievement and enable career success. Participation in the arts promotes acceptance and inclusion in all aspects of life.
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Mix & Match, Minnesota Museums Collaborate
Come join this discussion of how to develop playful partnerships between children and artists. Last year at the Minnesota Children’s Museum young patrons met and were inspired by artists with disabilities from the VSA arts of Minnesota Arts Ambassador program. In the Museum’s Rooftop Artpark the artists led interactive activities with children focused on music, movement and visual arts. We’ll also talk about how to develop a training workshop for staff. Read more about the Mix & Match, Minnesota Museums Collaborate.
Sidiki & Tokounou (Click image to enlarge)
Sidiki & Tokounou Performed with Twin Cities Students
West African musician/dancer Sidiki Conde and his group Tokounou performed Saturday, May 3 at Hopkins High School Auditorium. A portion of the concert, produced by VSA arts of Minnesota, featured students with and without disabilities who learned to drum and dance at residencies with Conde and percussionist Balla Kouyate in Hopkins, Minneapolis and Savage. Their two-week residency was made possible through the assistance of the National Endowment for the Arts and the Minnesota State Arts Board. Read more about the Sidiki & Tokounou performance.
Visual Art Exhibitions
VSA arts of Minnesota exhibits work from artists with disabilities around the metro area! Artworks displayed are for sale. All profits go to the working artist. Read more about our current visual art exhibitions and how to register for such exhibition opportunities.
