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  • Dance Books from Perpich Library

    April 16, 2026

    “Dancing is the poetry of the foot” – John Dryden

    Dance has often been described as poetry in motion, so in honor of April’s National Poetry Month, the library is recommending books all about dance! In addition to these fantastic dance books, we…

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  • A Note from our Executive Director, Allegra Smisek – March 27, 2026

    March 27, 2026

    Greetings from Perpich Center for Arts Education!
    March has been an active month at the Capitol, with several opportunities to share the work of the Perpich Center for Arts Education and strengthen relationships with legislative partners.

    Allegra Smisek, Executive Director

    Earlier…

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  • Books by Women Photographers from Perpich Library

    March 17, 2026

    In celebration of Women’s History Month, the library is highlighting books featuring some of the beautiful work done by women photographers.

    “As in many fields of art history, the work of women photographers has often been overlooked, and few of their names are…

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  • Walz, Flanagan Announce Appointments to Perpich Board

    February 23, 2026
    Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan announced two new appointments and one reappointment to the Perpich Center for Arts Education Board of Directors. Joining the Board are: Jeimmy Yusty-Rojas and Elizabeth Winslow. Reappointed to the Board is: Paul Hustoles.
    The Board…

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  • A Note from our Executive Director, Allegra Smisek – February 20, 2026

    February 20, 2026

    Greetings from Perpich Center for Arts Education!
    February is always an important month for advocacy at Perpich, and this year is no exception. As the Minnesota Legislature begins its capital investment discussions, we are actively engaging with lawmakers to ensure our campus remains…

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  • Picture Books by Black Authors and Illustrators from Perpich Library

    February 19, 2026

    It’s Black History Month and now, more than ever, it’s important that we learn about the past so that our present world can be put into its proper context. Because picture books are an excellent way to teach and learn about history…

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  • A Note from our Executive Director, Allegra Smisek – January 23, 2026

    January 23, 2026

    Greetings from Perpich Center for Arts Education!
    The past weeks have been heavy for Minnesota and for many of the communities we serve. The fatal shootings in Minneapolis involving federal agents have shaken our region and raised deep concerns about the safety and…

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  • Books About Resilience and Rebirth from Perpich Library

    January 22, 2026

    This month, new library teaching assistant students created a wonderful display with books about resilience and rebirth. In stressful times, it is important to be resilient and willing to change in order to adapt in an ever-shifting world. These books reflect how…

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  • Representative Nathan Coulter Meets with Students at Perpich Arts High School

    January 12, 2026

    Perpich was pleased to welcome Minnesota Representative Nathan Coulter (51B) to campus on January 12, 2026. Rep. Coulter met with a group of student leaders who are taking active roles in building community and learning how their voices matter.

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