Tim Gruber
American, born 1979
Hockey Eye, 2011
Photograph
Courtesy of Tim Gruber

The Sports Show: Minnesota

Thursday, February 16, 2012—Sunday, September 2, 2012
Harrison Photography Gallery 365
Free Exhibition

This exhibition features photographs of sports as part of everyday life in Minnesota from the late 19th century to the present day. It includes a wide range of images of people, places, and games that capture the spirit of Minnesota sports history. Come see a panorama of the Minnesota State Fair from a time when racecar driving was in vogue; old photographs of roller derby, wrestling, and ice hockey; and pictures capturing the lively history of college and professional sports from the Gophers to the Twins, Vikings, Timberwolves, and the Wild.

Co-curated with Minnesota photographer Tom Arndt.

Generous support is provided by Dorsey & Whitney LLP

Support of educational programs & outreach activities provided by the Pohlad Family Foundation

Media Partner: Star Tribune

Participate in the Exhibition
Upload your photo of a favorite sports moment to our "The Sports Show: Sports Memories" Flickr group. Photographs in this pool will be shown on screen as you enter the Harrison Photography Gallery for the duration of the "The Sports Show: Minnesota" exhibition, and may also be featured on the MIA's social media sites.

Plus, photographers of the top three "curators' choice" pics will each win a free exhibition catalogue!
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