Cedar Field Park art project

This public art project is part of the Cedar Field Park renovation.

Project details

Partners

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, Little Earth

Budget

$225,000

Status

Artist selection.

About the project

Cedar Field Park is a two-acre open space located at 2500 Cedar Avenue South. The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is renovating the park. The renovation includes an elders’ garden, playground, pow-wow space, and sport court. Construction begins in 2026.

Little Earth is next to Cedar Field Park. It is a 9.4-acre housing development. Twelve hundred Native people and over 35 tribal nations call Little Earth home.

The City posted a call for artists for this project this fall. Our artist selection policy for Native American-Focused projects will inform the selection.

Read Appendix D of the policy 

Artist rendering of park with large lawn surrounded by two circular sidewalks, playground and fountain. Photo Credit: Urban Ecosystems.

Goals

The goals for the public art project are:

  • Uphold cultural heritage and significant events in Native history.
  • Emphasize the importance nature for Indigenous communities in urban settings.
  • Develop the park as a work of art, reflecting stories, languages, and identities.
  • Focus on restoration, inclusivity, and active engagement in the park.
  • Create spaces to empower Little Earth residents and neighbors.
  • Engage elders. Inspire and bring hope to future generations.
  • Be visible to visitors. Emphasize Little Earth as a meaningful and welcoming Native place.
  • Honor Native people’s ties to land, water, and migration. Acknowledge the impact of relocation and creation of the urban Indian community.

Contact us

Lydia Four Horns

Arts & Cultural Affairs Department

Email Lydia Four Horns

Address

Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 510
Minneapolis, MN 55415