Northrop Inspires

Upcoming Events

Coming Up

Somali Night event page

The Somali Student Association at the UMN Presents

Somali Night 2026: Echoes From the Past

Friday, April 3, 5:30 p.m.
18+ Event, Free for UMN students, faculty, staff

Tickets
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Celeste Ng and Attica Locke in Conversation event page

The Department of English Presents

Attica Locke and Celeste Ng in Conversation

UMN Conversations at Northrop
Tuesday, April 14, 7:30-9 p.m.
Free Event, Registration Required

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Event page for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

Northrop Presents

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

2025-26 Northrop Season
Saturday, April 18, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 19, 2 p.m.

Apr 18 Tickets
Apr 19 Tickets
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event page for Is AI the Biggest Gatekeeper?

Institute for Advanced Study Presents

Is AI the Biggest Gatekeeper?

Part of the (In)Justice Series & UMN Conversations at Northrop
Thursday, April 23, 3:30-5 p.m.
In-person / Livestream
Free Event, Registration Requested

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Exterior of Northrop from the UMN Twin Cities campus mall

Know Before You Go

We’re always thrilled to welcome you to Northrop—whether you’re a seasoned regular or just getting acquainted with us. To help you feel fully prepared, and to make your time with us smoother than ever, we’ve created a set of Know Before You Go videos that walk you through every step of your visit. We look forward to seeing you!

Getting to Northrop—video

Inside Northrop—video

 

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.