Minnesota Citizens for the Arts

Minnesota Citizens for the Arts MCA's mission is to ensure access to the arts for all Minnesotans.

MCA supports Minnesota's arts community by lobbying the legislature and Congress on behalf of the nonprofit arts and artists, and by creating original research that can be used in advocati Minnesota Citizens for the Arts (MCA) is a statewide arts advocacy organization committed to lobbying the Minnesota State Legislature and Congress. Our mission is to provide opportunity for all people to have access to and involvement in the arts.

07/07/2026

Join Minnesota Citizens for the Arts’ Executive Director Sarah Fossen for a thought-provoking conversation with Jamie Bennett, one of the nation’s leading voices at the intersection of arts, culture, and public policy. They will explore how art doesn’t simply reflect society—it can shape public policy, strengthen civic life, and influence how communities respond during moments of profound change.

06/27/2026

Thanks to Minnesota Citizens for the Arts for organizing today's community conversation about the future of arts funding in Minnesota—their final stop on a statewide tour.

We were hosted nearby at the Playwrights' Center in their beautiful new facility on Raymond Avenue (adaptive reuse of a 1913 warehouse). Welcome to St. Paul, The Playwrights' Center! Check them out at pwcenter.org.

06/19/2026
03/11/2026

Arts Advocacy Day 2026!
450 Arts Advocates
125 Legislator Meetings

Performances by .mn .schamberger.art

Inspiration from Sarah Fossen, Sue Gens, Anna Po***ck, Joe Bagnoli

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Thank you to advocates across the state for fueling Arts Advocacy Day at the MN State Capitol! 400 registered advocates,...
03/03/2026

Thank you to advocates across the state for fueling Arts Advocacy Day at the MN State Capitol! 400 registered advocates, 125 legislator meetings, and a day of connection for the arts in Minnesota.

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661 LaSalle Street #220
Saint Paul, MN
55114

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