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Somali Museum of Minnesota The home of Somali culture and traditional arts in Minnesota. Hours:
Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun - 11:00-5:00 PM

Phone: (612) 886-3723

The Somali Artifact and Cultural Museum is the home of traditional Somali arts and folklore in Minnesota. Somali nomadic traditional arts are endangered due to upheaval, migration, and the increasing urbanization of Somali society, but the Somali Museum’s collection of over 700 artifacts offers hope that the tradition will continue. As the only center dedicated to preserving and promoting Somali arts and folklore anywhere in the world, the Somali Museum is committed to providing high-quality educational programs and building community through folklore education. In addition, the Somali Museum fosters connections between community organizations, advocates, and artists, and provides resources to traditional artists, folklorists, and craftspeople in the Somali diaspora. The Somali Museum operates two central branches of arts education programming: artifact exhibits and arts learning. Through these two branches, the Somali Museum intends to foster the next generations of people appreciating and practicing Somali folk art forms. The Somali Artifact and Cultural Museum targets youth in the Somali community who have grown up without a connection to traditional arts, and non-Somali Minnesotans encountering Somali arts for the first time. The Museum’s programs are based on building bridges between these community members and those who carry the quickly-disappearing knowledge of traditional arts.

10/23/2026

The Somali Museum is proud to celebrate 13 successful years of preserving and sharing Somali culture, and we owe this incredible milestone entirely to the dedicated support of our wonderful community. Your continued support and passion make our work possible every day.

Thank you for being an essential part of our journey and for helping us safeguard our community’s heritage. We invite you to visit us during our gallery hours or reach out to schedule a field trip to continue celebrating with us. Please join us for our 13th Anniversary celebration! The event will take place on October 31st at the Hopkins Center for the Arts. Tickets are selling fast!!

We extend our sincere gratitude to Roosevelt High School and all the schools that have chosen the Somali Museum as a des...
10/18/2026

We extend our sincere gratitude to Roosevelt High School and all the schools that have chosen the Somali Museum as a destination for their educational field trips. Your support helps us share Somali history, art, and culture with the next generation.

Gallery Hours are Thursday - Sunday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Field Trip Hours - Tuesday and Wednesday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Hodan Abdirahman takes the stage at the Somali Museum’s 13th Anniversary Celebration on October 31! Join us for an unfor...
10/17/2026

Hodan Abdirahman takes the stage at the Somali Museum’s 13th Anniversary Celebration on October 31!
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating Somali culture, music, and community. Don’t miss this special performance! Get your tickets now through the link in our bio!

Congratulations to the distinguished recipients of this year’s Somali Museum Awards!The Somali Museum is proud to honor ...
10/16/2026

Congratulations to the distinguished recipients of this year’s Somali Museum Awards!

The Somali Museum is proud to honor five outstanding Somali American leaders, artists, entrepreneurs, and community advocates:

- Mariam Mohamed, co-founder and owner of Hoyo Sambusa

- Dr. Abdisalan Adam, principal of East African Magnet School and a respected community leader

- Sahra Siyaad, celebrated Somali singer and artist known for her timeless classic songs

- Yussuf Shafie, owner and CEO of Alliance Wellness Center

- Mahad Ali Hussein, Somali journalist and founder of Moon Media Podcast

These remarkable individuals have made lasting contributions through their leadership, cultural influence, entrepreneurship, and service to the community.

They will be honored at the Somali Museum’s 13th Anniversary Celebration on October 31 at the Hopkins Center for the Arts.

10/15/2026

Every year, the Somali Museum Dance Troupe brings the energy with an exciting dance competition, a fun and friendly battle for the coveted Dancer of the Year glass award, Rookie of the Year titles for both male and female dancers, and Dance King and Queen of the Year. This year’s theme was Hype and Heat, featuring fierce performances, high-energy routines, unforgettable moments, and nonstop excitement. The winners will be crowned at the Somali Museum’s 13th Anniversary Celebration on October 31!

She’s baaaaack! The certified G, Hawa Haji, is back and ready to bring down the house with her rap at the Somali Museum...
10/15/2026

She’s baaaaack! The certified G, Hawa Haji, is back and ready to bring down the house with her rap at the Somali Museum’s 13th Anniversary celebration!
A proud mother, comedian, rapper, and mental health advocate, Hawa is guaranteed to keep you entertained.
Get your tickets before they’re gone. Link in bio!

🚨 IT’S OFFICIAL! 🚨 Faarrow is headlining our 13th Anniversary Celebration on October 31st! The pop & R&B duo, Somali-bor...
10/10/2026

🚨 IT’S OFFICIAL! 🚨 Faarrow is headlining our 13th Anniversary Celebration on October 31st!
The pop & R&B duo, Somali-born sisters Iman Hashi and Siham Hashi, are bringing their unforgettable energy to the stage.
🎟️ Link in bio to secure your tickets!

09/27/2026

Who remembers when our beautiful children sang “Arday Baan Ahay,” a famous Somali educational song meaning “I Am a Student,” at our 3rd anniversary celebration in 2016?
Our children have something special in store for you this year. Stay tuned, and don’t miss our anniversary celebration on October 31st at the Hopkins Center for the Arts

09/26/2026

There is no cultural event quite like the Somali Museum’s anniversary celebration, and we invite you to be part of the action.

Ticket sales have been moved up from October 1st to Tuesday, September 29th, meaning you can now purchase your tickets online starting this Tuesday: https://ci.ovationtix.com/hopkinsartscenter/production/1292535

SAVE THE DATE!!! Tickets go on sale one week from today!!
09/24/2026

SAVE THE DATE!!! Tickets go on sale one week from today!!

Address

2925 Chicago Avenue, Greenway Basement
Minneapolis, MN
55407

Opening Hours

Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+16128863723

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