2026 Artist Forum
UPDATE 7/13/25
Thank you to everyone who attended the Artist Forum! Follow this link to view the slides from the event (there are many helpful photo examples!), and to watch the recording (slides & audio).
2026 ART SHANTY ARTIST FORUM
Wednesday, July 9
6pm
IN PERSON!
at In the Heart of the Beast, 1500 E Lake Street, MPLS
Newbies & seasoned shantsters alike are encouraged to attend the 2026 Art Shanty Artist Forum!
Why??? Well…we’ll cover the application basics AND share more about some exciting new developments this year:
💚 We have NEW APPLICATION GUIDES to help you with your proposal (including one specific to architect applicants)
🖤 We’re expanding our MENTORSHIP PROGRAM!
🩷 We have a NEW OPPORTUNITY for artists in the EAST LAKE CULTURAL DISTRICT!
JOIN US!
PROPOSALS DUE JULY 24
ART SHANTY PROJECTS 2026 comes together because of the generous support of a few grant funders, several local community partnerships, and largely through the ongoing commitment of modest gifts from many, many individuals like you.
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
This Cultural Districts Arts Fund activation is funded, in part, by the City of Minneapolis Arts & Cultural Affairs Department.
