Saib kuv: (Watch me - see the Hmong in me)
A new Third Floor Gallery exhibit

Metropolitan State University Third Floor Gallery is pleased to present Saib Kuv (Watch me—See the Hmong in me). The exhibit opened with a reception on Thurs., April 16 and will continue through July 24.

This exhibit features a collection of digitally manipulated photographic portraits coupled with poetry and prose by emerging Hmong-American artists. The show was organized by the local nonprofit, In Progress, which provides opportunities for marginalized young people to develop their skills as storytellers, artists and leaders through the use of digital media.

Regarding the exhibition, Kristine Sorensen, executive director of In Progress, said, “Saib Kuv speaks to the rich diversity that exists within every culture. It calls for everyone to watch and appreciate the desires, fears and aspirations of the young artists that have shared their insights within the artwork presented in this exhibit.”

As part of the Saib Kuv exhibit, a series of community dialogues about what it means to be Hmong within a Minnesotan landscape will take place. These events are scheduled from 1–3 p.m. in a room adjacent to the gallery on the following Saturdays: April 25, May 9, June 6 and 20. The dialogues are free and open to the public.

Gallery hours are Mon.–Thurs., 11 a.m.–7 p.m.; and Fri.–Sat., 11 a.m.–4 p.m. During the summer months, the gallery is closed on Fridays. The gallery is located in the Library and Learning Center, 645 East Seventh Street, St. Paul.

For more information, contact Erica Rasmussen, gallery director, at 651-999-5942 or e-mail erica.rasmussen@metrostate.edu.