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Roho Collective opens a gallery and business hub for artists of color in downtown Minneapolis
By Myah Goff at Sahan Journal
· July 17, 2026
· 7 min read
A new cultural arts center in downtown Minneapolis will open its doors Saturday, helping artists of color turn their creative practices into sustainable careers.
Organizations like Public Functionary, Indigenous Roots and CLUES’ Latino Art Gallery have long supported artists as they grow thei...
Key takeaway Christopheraaron Deanes, a visual artist, educator and one of Roho’s original members, said the collective was created to expand opportunities for artists of color in Minnesota.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The opening of Roho Gallery & Cultural Arts Center in downtown Minneapolis marks a significant step in addressing the city's longstanding gap in support for artists of color. By providing a business incubator and training programs, Roho Collective is helping to level the playing field for these artists, who often face barriers in accessing funding and resources. This new hub will build on the work of existing organizations like Public Functionary and CLUES' Latino Art Gallery, strengthening the ecosystem for artists of color in the Twin Cities. As Roho Collective grows, it will be worth watching how its efforts impact the local arts scene, particularly in terms of increasing diversity and inclusion in exhibitions and programming. With its focus on business development and career sustainability, Roho has the potential to make a lasting impact on the careers of artists of color in Minneapolis.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: Sahan Journal ·
Reading time: 7 min
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Organizations like Public Functionary, Indigenous Roots and CLUES’ Latino Art Gallery have long supported artists as they grow thei...
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