Community Events
Join us to celebrate and dedicate the public artwork at Wadaag Commons (within the East Franklin Avenue Cultural District).
Wadaag Commons, a new affordable housing development in the Seward neighborhood, features more than $500,000 in permanent artwork, representing one of the largest investments in culturally grounded public art in the Seward neighborhood. The building also features what may be Minneapolis’ most visible Islamic-inspired public art.
The artwork was created by Twin Cities artists and reflects East African and Islamic artistic traditions through a community-centered vision grounded in the belief that “Home is Sacred.” In the face of increased anti-immigrant rhetoric and immigration enforcement in Minnesota, this project represents a permanent and highly-visible public affirmation of belonging, dignity, and cultural pride. Together, these pieces help tell a story about who belongs here and what it means to feel at home.
The event will include remarks from project partners and artists, and opportunities to experience the artwork and hear from the artists.
Saturday, July 11, 2026
12:00–2:00 PM
Wadaag Commons
1900 E 22nd St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
We hope you will join us.
