What We Do
Upstream Arts integrates individuals with cognitive, developmental, emotional, behavioral, and physical disabilities into arts programming designed to develop social and communication skills vital to success in school, work and life.
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"The mission of Upstream Arts is to enhance the lives of adults and youth with disabilities by fostering creative communication and social independence through the power of arts education."
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Our Artists
Our teaching artists are among the most accomplished professional artists working in the Twin Cities. All of our teaching artists participate in specialized training that equips them to work with students of all abilities.
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New on the Upstream Arts Blog – We’re honored to announce that Upstream Arts Teaching Artist Jess Finney has decided to participate in her second YWCA of Minneapolis Women’s Triathlon this year, raising funds for Upstream Arts in the process!
Resources
We’ve compiled numerous resources outlining specific benefits the arts can provide for people with disabilities, as well as information about the disability-focused organizations with whom we work.
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Upstream Arts, Inc. | 3501 Chicago Ave S | Minneapolis, MN 55407 | Phone: 612.331.4584 | Email Us