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Upstream Arts uses the power of the creative arts to activate and amplify the voice and choice of individuals with disabilities.

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In Small Moments: Changing one thing
by Julie Guidry | 10/05/2020 | In Small Moments, Reflection | 1 Comment
For this installment of In Small Moments I pass the ball to Julie, who opens up about her own experience of how the pandemic is showing up in our home through Caleb’s...

Announcing our Year of (R)evolution
by Julie Guidry | 09/01/2020 | Announcement | 0 Comments
No (R)evolution without Inclusion Every summer, Upstream Arts Staff and Teaching Artists decide on a theme that reflects our intentions for the year ahead. With the events...

In Small Moments: Silence and Understanding
by Julie Guidry | 07/14/2020 | In Small Moments, Reflection | 10 Comments
As we collectively adapt to stay connected, Co-Founder and Artistic Director Matt Guidry illustrates Upstream Arts’ philosophy and practice through beautiful stories of...

Arts and Advocacy are not separate | Our work in the last year
by Julie Guidry | 06/30/2020 | Announcement | 0 Comments
As our fiscal year draws to a close, we look back humbly at the work we've been able to do with and alongside our disability community. Even and especially amidst sweeping...

Join us for the Summer Art Collective! July 6th-17th
by Julie Guidry | 06/11/2020 | Adult Agency, Advocacy | 0 Comments
Summer Arts Collective July 6th - 17th Some of the best in Twin Cities accessible arts experiences have come together to offer you an all-new online summer arts experience...

See our Spirit Week Schedule!
by Julie Guidry | 05/19/2020 | Announcement | 0 Comments
Spirit Week Schedule May 19th-21stSign up for our newsletter or follow us on Facebook or Instagram for real-time Homecoming updates! Tues, May 19th - Day 1: High School...

In Small Moments: Finding Togetherness
by Julie Guidry | 05/05/2020 | In Small Moments, Reflection | 1 Comment
As we adapt and innovate to stay connected, Artistic Director Matt Guidry shares some of Upstream Arts' best practices so that those who are sheltering at home, out of...

Upstream Arts’ At Home Homecoming May 19-21st
by Julie Guidry | 04/29/2020 | Announcement, Event, Events, Opportunities, Partners | 0 Comments
Join us for At Home Homecoming: A Spirit Week Fundraiser of school-style festivities to support our work. Now more than ever, we're looking forward to celebrating with you!...

In Small Moments: Creatively Connecting
by Upstream Arts | 04/21/2020 | In Small Moments, Reflection | 0 Comments
As we adapt and innovate to stay connected, Artistic Director Matt Guidry shares some of Upstream Arts' best practices so that those who are sheltering at home, out of...

In Small Moments: How We Practice Invitation
by Upstream Arts | 04/13/2020 | In Small Moments, Reflection | 0 Comments
As we adapt and innovate to stay connected, Artistic Director Matt Guidry shares some of Upstream Arts' best practices so that those who are sheltering at home, out of...