From prehistoric cave art to modern street murals in downtown Hastings, Minnesota, walls have always told our stories. Explore the epic global history, cultural significance, and digital future of murals — with a local twist that brings it all home.

Trace the epic story of love and kindness—from ancient myths and world religions to modern psychology and the streets of Hastings, Minnesota. This sweeping narrative reveals how compassion has shaped human progress and why nurturing it today is the key to our community’s future prosperity.

From Plato’s ideals to Duchamp’s urinal and today’s AI image generators, every new medium has redrawn art’s borders. This sweeping feature unpacks 2,500 years of creative upheaval—revealing why intention, interpretation, and impact matter more than the tool itself, and why the canvas of human expression keeps expanding.

The Hastings City Council had a busy start to February, tackling a range of important topics from public art to public safety at their meeting on Monday, February 3rd. The meeting included updates on the Arts & Culture Commission's 2025 work plan, a discussion on the Gores Pool #3 Wildlife Management Area, and progress on funding for the city's water treatment plants.