167,901 Visitors. 849 Events. Immeasurable Impact.
Measuring joy, engagement, and Impact is not an exact science. However, we hope this Report illustrates how the arts and the numerous activities, events, and programs held at Northrop brought excitement, inspiration, and engagement to the Northrop, University of Minnesota (UMN), and greater Minnesota communities and beyond during the 2024–25 Northrop Season. Read on to learn how UMN students and the public appeared onstage, K–12 learners witnessed stunning dance and spirited music, and people of all ages made meaningful connections in all of Northrop’s spaces.
In the Creative Minnesota 2025 report, 87% of our audience told us that Northrop is an important pillar in their community and 91% said they would feel a sense of loss if Northrop’s programs were no longer available. That same number said we inspire a sense of community pride. Most touching of all, 82% said that attending Northrop events is their way of ensuring this place is preserved for future generations.
Thank you for choosing Northrop as a source of connection and inspiration, and for valuing Northrop and our mission. Please read our full 2024–25 Impact Report to see how your involvement helped shape an influential season and can help shape future seasons where, together, we continue to captivate, inspire, and provide transformative arts access—for generations to come.
Top photo: University of Minnesota Marching Band. Photo © Gopher Photo.