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Help us build the next big thing for the Twin Cities art scene







Support local art and help build a more sustainable, world-class arts community in the Twin Cities. Your membership amplifies local artists, deepens community engagement, and ensures that the vibrant creativity of our region is seen, celebrated, and supported — both locally and beyond.

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How Your Membership Helps

When you become a member of MPLSART.COM, you are doing more than supporting an independently locally owned arts publication — you are investing in the future of the Twin Cities' visual arts community. Together, we can build a sustainable, inclusive, and world-class arts ecosystem right here in the Twin Cities. Join us in celebrating creativity, deepening community engagement, and making sure the voices of Twin Cities artists are heard.

With your sustaining membership, we can:
  • Produce high quality arts writing about the Twin Cities visual arts scene
  • Cultivate and support local arts & culture writers
  • Provide a free extensive public gallery guide and exhibition calendar throughout the metro
  • Develop the next stage of MPLSART.COM including a services directory, sales platform, and micro grant program
  • Pay sustainable wages for our writers, contributors, and staff
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Membership Levels
Choose an individual sustaining membership that is sustainable for you! We offer several different plans to fit your budget.




Membership Perks
Become a champion of the Twin Cities art scene and get a little something for yourself:
  • Exclusive MPLSART.COM apparel designed by JXTA
  • Warm fuzzies
  • More to come...
2026 Membership Shirt
2026 Membership Shirt
2026 Membership Shirt
2026 Membership Shirt
Perk: Shirts designed by JXTA
2026 Membership Pins
Perk: Pins locally produced by A Fink & Ink

Together, we can build a sustainable, inclusive, and world-class arts ecosystem right here in the Twin Cities. Join us in celebrating creativity, deepening community engagement, and making sure the voices of Twin Cities artists are heard.


Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes. You can upgrade or downgrade your membership at anytime as well as pause it. Please reach out to us and we'll take care of the rest.
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You can cancel your membership at anytime. Please reach out to us and we'll take care of the rest.
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Yes! Select the membership level you would like to gift to someone and select the gift option.

The limited edition membership shirts will be shipped out in batches periodically. We will reach out at that time to confirm shipping details.
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