New Multicultural Art Show Blooms at UMN Landscape Arboretum

Exhibit explores themes of lineage, creation, earth, and memory through diverse Minnesota artists

Mar. 29, 2026 at 4:54pm

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An abstract, out-of-focus photograph in warm, earthy tones depicting intertwining natural elements such as leaves, flowers, and branches, evoking a sense of tranquility, memory, and the cyclical nature of life.The 'Where the Seed Remembers' exhibit at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum invites visitors to explore themes of ancestry, nature, and cultural identity through the lens of diverse local artists.Chaska Today

The University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is now home to a new multicultural art exhibit titled 'Where the Seed Remembers: A Celebration of Earth, Lineage and Memory.' The show features the work of ten Minnesota artists representing the Black, Indigenous, Latiné, East African, and Afro-Caribbean communities of the Twin Cities region, exploring themes of ancestry, nature, and cultural identity.

Why it matters

The exhibit aims to showcase the rich diversity of Minnesota's artistic community and foster cross-cultural understanding by inviting visitors to reflect on their own lineages and connections to the land. In a state with a history of racial disparities, this show provides an important platform for underrepresented voices to share their perspectives and creative visions.

The details

The exhibit includes works across various mediums such as painting, sculpture, and installation art. Visitors can expect to see pieces that investigate personal and collective memories, celebrate the natural world, and honor ancestral traditions. Co-curator Joshua 'Brotha Asé' Gillespie and artist Sunmisola Banjo-Arebojie will be on hand during the opening ceremony to provide insights into the exhibit's themes and the artistic process.

  • The exhibit runs from March 29 to May 17, 2026.
  • The opening ceremony takes place on Sunday, March 29 from 12 PM to 3 PM.

The players

Joshua 'Brotha Asé' Gillespie

Co-curator of the 'Where the Seed Remembers' exhibit at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum.

Sunmisola Banjo-Arebojie

One of the artists featured in the 'Where the Seed Remembers' exhibit at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum.

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The takeaway

The 'Where the Seed Remembers' exhibit at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum provides a powerful platform for diverse Minnesota artists to share their unique perspectives on themes of ancestry, nature, and cultural identity. By fostering cross-cultural understanding and celebrating the state's artistic richness, the show offers an important opportunity for visitors to reflect on their own connections to the land and their communities.