WELCOME

From its inception 25 years ago, Intermedia Arts has transformed itself into a catalyst that fosters community dialogue and change through art. Formerly known as University Community Video, Intermedia Arts began as a collective of social activists using what was at that time an exciting new form of expression: video.

The organization provided training and access to video equipment and facilities, and dedicated itself to empowering voices not included in the mainstream. Necessity and good luck prompted Intermedia Arts' move to its current location at 2822 Lyndale Avenue South, at the intersection of some of Minneapolis's most diverse neighborhoods: Lyndale, Lowry Hill East, Whittier, and CARAG.

In a recent $1.4 million capital campaign, the community successfully met the challenge with corporate, foundation, and individual gifts.

Intermedia Arts is a presenter and ally of visual, performance, film, and video artists from Minnesota, surrounding states, and around the world -- artists who create socially and politically challenging work that explores connections between artistic disciplines as well as between the arts and society. Intermedia Arts does this through a variety of commissioning programs and mentorship opportunities. Intermedia Arts is recognized for developing new and diverse forms of artistic expression, and for giving voice to communities that are traditionally under-recognized.

Recent major or ongoing projects include the annual "Wheels as Art" parade and rally, D’a de los Muertos celebrations in collaboration with the Chicano/Latino arts and cultural organization CreArte, and "Minneapolis 55408," an annual art show that pays tribute to the wealth of creative neighbors residing within this zip code.

Activities such as these exemplify Intermedia Arts' unique initiative, involvement, and mission. Intermedia Arts is a catalyst that builds understanding among people through art.