Opening Day Celebration: Cats and Dogs in Soviet Art

Sat Mar 14 2026 at 10:00 am to 05:00 pm UTC-05:00

5500 Stevens Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55419 | Minneapolis

The Museum of Russian Art
Publisher/HostThe Museum of Russian Art
Opening Day Celebration: Cats and Dogs in Soviet Art
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Wear animal-themed clothing or accessories and enjoy free museum admission all day!
Join The Museum of Russian Art for a day-long celebration marking the opening of Cats and Dogs in Soviet Art: Workers, Teachers, Friends, an exhibition of paintings and porcelain exploring the many roles animals play in everyday life. Visitors of all ages are invited to explore the galleries, enjoy family-friendly activities, and celebrate throughout the Museum.
No pre-registration is required. All are welcome.
Galleries and Activities:
Exhibition
Mezzanine Gallery (Second Floor)
On view March 14 – July 12, 2026
Featuring forty paintings on loan from the Raymond and Susan Johnson Collection of 20th Century Russian Art alongside rare Soviet-era porcelain figurines from TMORA’s collection, the exhibition presents cats and dogs as companions, helpers, and beloved members of daily life. Visitors will encounter scenes of animals at work, at rest, and alongside the people who cared for them, offering a warm and engaging glimpse into everyday experiences.
Family Art Activities
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Robert J. Brokop Gallery (Main Floor)
Enjoy family-friendly crafts and pick up a gallery hunt to explore the Museum during your visit.
Photo Spot
Lower Gallery
Capture a memory of your visit at our themed photo station celebrating cats and dogs in art.
Admission
Adults: $15
Seniors: $13
Students (all ages), Active Military: $5
TMORA Members: Free
Children under 14: Free
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5500 Stevens Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55419

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