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You’re invited to The Art of We: Re•Focus
Exhibit & Event Premiere: APRIL 29, 20216-7PM CST Available to view until exhibit closes on June 30. OnlineFreeFamily-Friendly Closed CaptioningAudio DescriptionASL Interpretation by Phyllis Genest-Stein YOU’RE INVITED to The Art of We: Re•Focus, our Annual...
The Art of Relationships: An Interview with Lindsey Samples and Evie Digirolamo
Read about our theme and goals for our year of (R)evolution.
There is Beauty in Both Spaces: An Interview with Cristina Castro
Read about our theme and goals for our year of (R)evolution.
Let’s See What Now Comes Into Focus: Julie Guidry in conversation with Board Chair Steve Anderson
Read about our theme and goals for our year of (R)evolution.
Announcing our Year of (R)evolution
Read about our theme and goals for our year of (R)evolution.
In Small Moments: Changing one thing
Julie Guidry describes how the nursing shortage at their son’s group home is impacting the family – and inspiring them to adapt.
Announcing our Year of (R)evolution
Read about our theme and goals for our year of (R)evolution.
In Small Moments: Silence and Understanding
As we collectively adapt to stay connected, Co-Founder and Artistic Director Matt Guidry illustrates Upstream Arts’ philosophy and practice through beautiful stories of small moments in classrooms and connecting with his own son, Caleb. I rocked my adult son to sleep...
Arts and Advocacy are not separate | Our work in the last year
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 societal change, we will continue to amplify the voice and choice of people of all abilities the...
Join us for the Summer Art Collective! July 6th-17th
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 designed for people of all ages, abilities and disabilities! Choose from a variety of classes...
See our Spirit Week Schedule!
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 Photo Day! Morning Announcements with Theo & Cristina! **WATCH HERE Share your...
In Small Moments: Finding Togetherness
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 school, or isolated from usual activities can practice creativity and social connection. Welcome to...
Upstream Arts’ At Home Homecoming May 19-21st
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! We're planning a week full of spirit-raising fun to support our new studio ACCESS online...
In Small Moments: Creatively Connecting
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 school, or isolated from usual activities can practice creativity and social connection. Welcome to...
In Small Moments: How We Practice Invitation
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 school, or isolated from usual activities can practice creativity and social connection. Welcome to...
In Small Moments: Notes on Practice with Matt Guidry
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 school, or isolated from usual activities can practice creativity and social connection. Welcome to...
Meet the new humans of Upstream Arts: Welcome to the world, Sylvan! Welcome to the team, Elle!
In a time of sudden change, all of us at Upstream Arts are jubilant to welcome two new people into our community, Sylvan Igneous Madaus Derenne and Elle Thoni! Sylvan is the newborn of Theresa Madaus, Upstream Arts' Communications and Programs Assistant since 2017,...
Join us for The Art of We: Grow Together in Practice
Join Upstream Arts for a joyful garden party and fundraiser! Gather together to raise funds for another year of groundbreaking work at the intersection of art, disability, and learning. This year as we celebrate The Art of Practice and all the ways we grow, we're...