ON THE ROAD – Minneapolis, MN: 6/26-6/29

On The Road: Minneapolis, MN

June 26–29, 2025

Join Diasporal Rhythms for an unforgettable four-day arts and culture immersion in Minneapolis, Minnesota, featuring the groundbreaking exhibition:
Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys.

This curated journey will unite collectors, art lovers, and culture enthusiasts in an engaging experience with local artists, institutions, and the community’s rich history—through exclusive studio visits, museum tours, and private gatherings.

🛏 Accommodations

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
35 South 7th St., Minneapolis, MN
💰 Group Rate: $169/night
📞 Contact: Kaden Greenfield – (612) 547-6233
✉️ kaden.greenfield@sonesta.com
🔗 Book Your Stay

🚗 Transportation

Transportation within the city will be coordinated via Uber for all scheduled activities.

Thursday

Departures to MPLS
11:00 AM – Check-in
12:00 – 1:00 PM – Lunch
1:00 PM – Depart
2:00 PM – Pending Confirmation: Reggie LeFlore – Artist Studio Visit
4:00 PM – Depart
4:30 PM – Minnesota African American Heritage Museum
6:00 PM – Depart
7:00 PM – Dinner
9:00 PM – On your own

Friday

8:00 AM – Depart for Studio Visits
9:00 AM – Pending Confirmation: Eyenga Bokamba – Artist Visit & Juxtaposition Arts Tour
12:00 – 1:00 PM – Lunch
1:00 PM – Depart
2:00 PM – Confirmed: Leslie Barlow – Artist Talk & Studio Visit
5:00 PM – Depart
5:00 PM onward – On your own
6:00 PM – Depart
7:00 PM – Dinner
9:00 PM – On your own

Saturday

8:00 AM – Depart
9:00 AM – Minnesota Institute of Arts — Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys
12:00 – 1:00 PM – Lunch
1:00 PM – Depart
2:00 PM – The Walker Art Center
5:00 PM – Depart
6:00 PM – Collectors Home Tour – Douglas Ewart
8:00 PM – Depart
9:00 PM – Dinner
11:00 PM – On your own

Sunday

10:00 AM – Brunch
12:00 PM – On your own
Afternoon – Departures to Chicago