August 2, 9, 16, 23
Indigenous Music and Movies in the Park Series
Bring a lawn chair or blanket, pack a picnic basket and take in the view of Minneapolis downtown skyline as you enjoy Indigenous Music and Movies. Concerts begin at 7 p.m.; movies begin at dusk. Indigenous musicians, artists, filmmakers, producers and actors will be showcased this summer in a four-part music and movies series. Musical performances will feature local and national American Indian musicians. Emceeing the event this year will be American Indian director and producer Missy Whiteman of Independent Indigenous Film & Media. Father Hennepin Bluffs Park is located on the east bank of the Mississippi River at 420 Main St. SE. Bike racks are located in the park. Metro Transit bus line #6 comes within two blocks of the park. The series is hosted by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, Migizi Communications, First Nations Composer Initiative, and Independent Indigenous Film & Media. The program series is made possible through the support of the St. Anthony Falls Heritage Board. For a complete list of musicians, artists and movies, see below or visit www.minneapolisparks.org/IMM.