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Rochester, MN ARTS      TALKING TRAIL

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Greta McLain - 1151

Listen as Greta talks about the process and symbolism of this beautiful mural at the U of M campus in Rochester.. 

Greta McLain - Talking Trail
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Josh Winkler - 1152

Listen as Josh shares some of his background and deeper meaning behind the Ash Trunk sculpture!

Josh Winkler - Talking Trail
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Anne Scott Plummer - 1153 

The mural chronologically depicts the history and progress of the Rochester area... 

Anne Scott Plummer - Talking Trail
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Leisa Luis-Grill - 1154

Listen as Leisa shares her story on her playful sculpture titled, The Goose is on the Loose! 

Leisa Luis-Grill - Talking Trail
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Sophia Chai - 1157

Sophia shares the fascinating story behind the exhibit before you titled, Punctuated Asymptote..

Sophia Chai - Punctuatd Asymptote
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Peter Lex - 1155

Peter shares his background, and inspiration on the Mural on Garage Doors. Hear his story now!

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Gillie and Marc Shattner - 1156

Known as “the world’s most loving artists”, Gillie and Marc Shattner have worked side by side for...

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Charles Gagnon - 1158

A longtime Rochester favorite, the Peace Fountain located in the Peace Plaza is twelve feet tall...

Peace Fountain - Talking Trail
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Sébastien Richer - 1159

Metal worker and artist, shares the story about the beautiful sculpture before you, titled, The Send-Off...

Sébastien Richer - Send-Off
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Iñigo Manglano-Ovalle- 1160

Nestled amongst the skyscrapers and high rises in the heart of Rochester is the Peace Plaza...

A Not So Private Sky - Talking Trail
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Eric Anderson - 1161

Wakefield is a dynamic artwork that emits light and fog from the ground to visualize and honor...

Wakefield - Eric Anderson
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Po Shu Wang - 1162

Located on the outskirts of the Destination Medical Center is the Mayo Civic Center that features...

Po Shu Wang - Talking Trail
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Oval Twisters - 1163

It’s no surprise that nature provides inspiration in countless ways, especially in the world...

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Mary Beth Magyar - 1164

This beautiful mosaic titled, Blue Whale was done in collaboration with various local Rochester...

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Anna Maria & Stephen Kellen Buiding for Research - 1165

In a city filled with unforgettable art sculptures and installations...

Anna Maria and Stephen Kellen Building for Research - Talking Trail
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The Rochester, MN Arts Talking Trail will consist of 30 public works of art. The goal: strengthen the connections to local art and local artists by sharing the stories of the incredible creators who splash color into our everyday spaces. 

The Med-City Talking Trail will launch in the summer of 2025, and takes guests beyond the line or two found on a sign by connecting folks with audio recordings of the whole story.

Download the Talking Trail mobile app today!
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