Check Out Our Upcoming Events
Open Dance: Traditional
A welcoming space to learn, move, and connect through Somali dance traditions. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, come celebrate culture, community, and rhythm with us!
Buraanbur Night Honoring Our Somali Women Elders: A Celebration of Culture, Service, and Legacy
The Somali Museum is proud to host "Buraanbur Night," an evening dedicated to honoring our Somali women elders. This event celebrates the enduring legacy of our master weavers—Ardho Ismail, Amina Shire, Xalwo Duale, and Hawa Aden—whose dedication to our longest-standing initiative, the Weaving Demonstration and Workshop program, preserves vital aspects of our nomadic heritage. Their contributions to Somali arts and culture will be celebrated through a vibrant program of buraanbur, poetry, and diverse cultural performances.
Kids Hour
Join us this summer at the Somali Museum for a fun-filled series of hands-on activities designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and imagination! Through art, crafts, storytelling, and creative making, children will explore culture, express their ideas, and create hands-on projects they can be proud of in a welcoming and engaging environment. Exhibits of students' work will be showcased in the museum for one week after the program ends.
Every Thursday
Starting June 18 to August 20th
Ages 5+
Whether your child loves drawing, creating, exploring, or simply trying something new, Young Makers is a space to learn, make friends, and have fun together.
Registration is now open! Visit this link to sign up
Spaces are limited!
Kids Hour
Join us this summer at the Somali Museum for a fun-filled series of hands-on activities designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and imagination! Through art, crafts, storytelling, and creative making, children will explore culture, express their ideas, and create hands-on projects they can be proud of in a welcoming and engaging environment. Exhibits of students' work will be showcased in the museum for one week after the program ends.
Every Thursday
Starting June 18 to August 20th
Ages 5+
Whether your child loves drawing, creating, exploring, or simply trying something new, Young Makers is a space to learn, make friends, and have fun together.
Registration is now open! Visit this link to sign up
Spaces are limited!
Open Dance: Buraanbur
A welcoming space to learn, move, and connect through Somali dance traditions. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, come celebrate culture, community, and rhythm with us!
Kids Hour
Join us this summer at the Somali Museum for a fun-filled series of hands-on activities designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and imagination! Through art, crafts, storytelling, and creative making, children will explore culture, express their ideas, and create hands-on projects they can be proud of in a welcoming and engaging environment. Exhibits of students' work will be showcased in the museum for one week after the program ends.
Every Thursday
Starting June 18 to August 20th
Ages 5+
Whether your child loves drawing, creating, exploring, or simply trying something new, Young Makers is a space to learn, make friends, and have fun together.
Registration is now open! Visit this link to sign up
Spaces are limited!
Weaving Class
Come join a hands-on cultural experience to learn traditional weaving techniques and create intricate and vibrant woven artworks.
Kids Hour
Join us this summer at the Somali Museum for a fun-filled series of hands-on activities designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and imagination! Through art, crafts, storytelling, and creative making, children will explore culture, express their ideas, and create hands-on projects they can be proud of in a welcoming and engaging environment. Exhibits of students' work will be showcased in the museum for one week after the program ends.
Every Thursday
Starting June 18 to August 20th
Ages 5+
Whether your child loves drawing, creating, exploring, or simply trying something new, Young Makers is a space to learn, make friends, and have fun together.
Registration is now open! Visit this link to sign up
Spaces are limited!
Open Dance: Traditional
A welcoming space to learn, move, and connect through Somali dance traditions. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, come celebrate culture, community, and rhythm with us!
Kids Hour
Join us this summer at the Somali Museum for a fun-filled series of hands-on activities designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and imagination! Through art, crafts, storytelling, and creative making, children will explore culture, express their ideas, and create hands-on projects they can be proud of in a welcoming and engaging environment. Exhibits of students' work will be showcased in the museum for one week after the program ends.
Every Thursday
Starting June 18 to August 20th
Ages 5+
Whether your child loves drawing, creating, exploring, or simply trying something new, Young Makers is a space to learn, make friends, and have fun together.
Registration is now open! Visit this link to sign up
Spaces are limited!
Kids Hour
Join us this summer at the Somali Museum for a fun-filled series of hands-on activities designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and imagination! Through art, crafts, storytelling, and creative making, children will explore culture, express their ideas, and create hands-on projects they can be proud of in a welcoming and engaging environment. Exhibits of students' work will be showcased in the museum for one week after the program ends.
Every Thursday
Starting June 18 to August 20th
Ages 5+
Whether your child loves drawing, creating, exploring, or simply trying something new, Young Makers is a space to learn, make friends, and have fun together.
Registration is now open! Visit this link to sign up
Spaces are limited!
Open Dance: Buraanbur
A welcoming space to learn, move, and connect through Somali dance traditions. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, come celebrate culture, community, and rhythm with us!
Kids Hour
Join us this summer at the Somali Museum for a fun-filled series of hands-on activities designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and imagination! Through art, crafts, storytelling, and creative making, children will explore culture, express their ideas, and create hands-on projects they can be proud of in a welcoming and engaging environment. Exhibits of students' work will be showcased in the museum for one week after the program ends.
Every Thursday
Starting June 18 to August 20th
Ages 5+
Whether your child loves drawing, creating, exploring, or simply trying something new, Young Makers is a space to learn, make friends, and have fun together.
Registration is now open! Visit this link to sign up
Spaces are limited!
Weaving Class
Come join a hands-on cultural experience to learn traditional weaving techniques and create intricate and vibrant woven artworks.
Kids Hour
Join us this summer at the Somali Museum for a fun-filled series of hands-on activities designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and imagination! Through art, crafts, storytelling, and creative making, children will explore culture, express their ideas, and create hands-on projects they can be proud of in a welcoming and engaging environment. Exhibits of students' work will be showcased in the museum for one week after the program ends.
Every Thursday
Starting June 18 to August 20th
Ages 5+
Whether your child loves drawing, creating, exploring, or simply trying something new, Young Makers is a space to learn, make friends, and have fun together.
Registration is now open! Visit this link to sign up
Spaces are limited!
Open Dance: Traditional
A welcoming space to learn, move, and connect through Somali dance traditions. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, come celebrate culture, community, and rhythm with us!
Kids Hour
Join us this summer at the Somali Museum for a fun-filled series of hands-on activities designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and imagination! Through art, crafts, storytelling, and creative making, children will explore culture, express their ideas, and create hands-on projects they can be proud of in a welcoming and engaging environment. Exhibits of students' work will be showcased in the museum for one week after the program ends.
Every Thursday
Starting June 18 to August 20th
Ages 5+
Whether your child loves drawing, creating, exploring, or simply trying something new, Young Makers is a space to learn, make friends, and have fun together.
Registration is now open! Visit this link to sign up
Spaces are limited!
Open Dance: Buraanbur
A welcoming space to learn, move, and connect through Somali dance traditions. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, come celebrate culture, community, and rhythm with us!
13th Anniversary Celebration
Every year in October, we celebrate one of the biggest cultural celebrations in the Twin Cities. Somali singers, actors, dancers, and esteemed community leaders all under one roof for a night of culture and arts.
Kids Hour
Join us this summer at the Somali Museum for a fun-filled series of hands-on activities designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and imagination! Through art, crafts, storytelling, and creative making, children will explore culture, express their ideas, and create hands-on projects they can be proud of in a welcoming and engaging environment. Exhibits of students' work will be showcased in the museum for one week after the program ends.
Every Thursday
Starting June 18 to August 20th
Ages 5+
Whether your child loves drawing, creating, exploring, or simply trying something new, Young Makers is a space to learn, make friends, and have fun together.
Registration is now open! Visit this link to sign up
Spaces are limited!
Somali Traditional Weaving Workshop
Come join a hands-on cultural experience to learn traditional weaving techniques and create intricate and vibrant woven artworks. This is a wonderful space to learn and listen to the stories and experiences that shape this beautiful craft from the Somali Museum's Weaving Instructors!
Somali Traditional Dance Lessons
Here is an additional dance learning opportunity at the Somali Museum. This workshop was added due to high demand.
Buraanbur Workshop
Join one of our most beloved Somali dance classes - Buraanbur! Classes are FREE. Ages 13 and up. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a shawl!
Traditional Dance Workshop
Come learn various dances and their cultural significance, and experience the beauty of Somali performance from knowledgeable instructors with a deep understanding of Somali cultural dances.
Somali Traditional Weaving Workshop
Come join a hands-on cultural experience to learn traditional weaving techniques and create intricate and vibrant woven artworks. This is a wonderful space to learn and listen to the stories and experiences that shape this beautiful craft from the Somali Museum's Weaving Instructors!
Somali Tales & Family Night
Join the Somali Museum for a vibrant and engaging storytelling session designed to spark the imaginations of young explorers!
Soomaaliya: Food, Memory, and Migration: A Cookbook
We are pleased to invite you to a culinary night at the Somali Museum featuring Ifrah F. Ahmed. She will be sharing the story of Somalia through its food, highlighting her work in preserving and transforming the cuisine as documented in her book.
The event will include a panel discussion with local Somali women restaurant owners, light refreshments, and a traditional dance performance by the Somali Museum dance troupe.
Buraanbur Workshop
Join one of our most beloved Somali dance classes - Buraanbur! Classes are FREE. Ages 13 and up. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a shawl!
Somali Traditional Weaving Workshop
Come join a hands-on cultural experience to learn traditional weaving techniques and create intricate and vibrant woven artworks. This is a wonderful space to learn and listen to the stories and experiences that shape this beautiful craft from the Somali Museum's Weaving Instructors!
Traditional Dance Workshop
Come learn various dances and their cultural significance, and experience the beauty of Somali performance from knowledgeable instructors with a deep understanding of Somali cultural dances.
Somali Traditional Weaving Workshop
Come join a hands-on cultural experience to learn traditional weaving techniques and create intricate and vibrant woven artworks. This is a wonderful space to learn and listen to the stories and experiences that shape this beautiful craft from the Somali Museum's Weaving Instructors!
Multicultural Heritage Gathering
Multicultural Heritage Gathering serves as a pivotal community initiative, orchestrated to bring together a broad spectrum of individuals ranging from cultural organization representatives, U.S. legislators, and educators to healthcare professionals, performing artists, engineers, and law enforcement officers, along with community leaders and esteemed partners. Spearheaded by the Somali Museum, this event underscores a profound commitment to deepening cultural awareness and nurturing the interconnective relationships among Minnesota’s eclectic communities.
Somali Traditional Weaving Workshop
Come join a hands-on cultural experience to learn traditional weaving techniques and create intricate and vibrant woven artworks. This is a wonderful space to learn and listen to the stories and experiences that shape this beautiful craft from the Somali Museum's Weaving Instructors!
Youth Acting Class
Join us at the Somali Museum for an opportunity to learn the art of acting and explore an optional chance to perform in a future play!
Kids Acting Class
Join us at the Somali Museum for an opportunity to learn the art of acting and explore an optional chance to perform in a future play!
Somali Traditional Weaving Workshop
Come join a hands-on cultural experience to learn traditional weaving techniques and create intricate and vibrant woven artworks. This is a wonderful space to learn and listen to the stories and experiences that shape this beautiful craft from the Somali Museum's Weaving Instructors!
Buraanbur Class
Join one of our most beloved Somali dance classes - Buraanbur! Classes are FREE. Ages 13 and up. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a shawl!
Youth Acting Class
Join us at the Somali Museum for an opportunity to learn the art of acting and explore an optional chance to perform in a future play!
Kids Acting Class
Join us at the Somali Museum for an opportunity to learn the art of acting and explore an optional chance to perform in a future play!
Traditional Dance Class
Come learn various dances and their cultural significance, and experience the beauty of Somali performance from knowledgeable instructors with a deep understanding of Somali cultural dances.
Buraanbur Class
Join one of our most beloved Somali dance classes - Buraanbur! Classes are FREE. Ages 13 and up. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a shawl!
Cancelled: Kids Acting Class
Join us at the Somali Museum for an opportunity to learn the art of acting and explore an optional chance to perform in a future play!
Cancelled: Youth Acting Class
Join us at the Somali Museum for an opportunity to learn the art of acting and explore an optional chance to perform in a future play!
Cancelled: Traditional Dance Class
Come learn various dances and their cultural significance, and experience the beauty of Somali performance from knowledgeable instructors with a deep understanding of Somali cultural dances.
Kids Acting Class
Join us at the Somali Museum for an opportunity to learn the art of acting and explore an optional chance to perform in a future play!
Youth Acting Class
Join us at the Somali Museum for an opportunity to learn the art of acting and explore an optional chance to perform in a future play!
Buraanbur Class
Join one of our most beloved Somali dance classes - Buraanbur! Classes are FREE. Ages 13 and up. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a shawl!
Somali Traditional Weaving Workshop
Come join a hands-on cultural experience to learn traditional weaving techniques and create intricate and vibrant woven artworks. This is a wonderful space to learn and listen to the stories and experiences that shape this beautiful craft from the Somali Museum's Weaving Instructors!
Kids Acting Workshop & Classes
Join us at the Somali Museum for an opportunity to learn the art of acting and explore an optional chance to perform in a future play!