New Wadaag Commons Affordable Housing Community Opens With Public Art

A $500,000 investment was made in permanent public art that is integrated directly into the new Wadaag Housing development as a defining element of the space. The work features Somali, East African, Muslim-identifying, and women artists whose cultures shape the neighborhood.

By: Mikki Morrissette

Outlets: Minnesota Women's Press

Published: July 17, 2026

Words: 304

Last Updated: 1 week, 4 days ago

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Public art was unveiled at a July 11 event at the new Wadaag Commons affordable housing community in the Seward neighborhood of Minneapolis. A $500,000 investment was made in permanent public art that is integrated directly into the development as a defining element of the space. The work features Somali, East African, …

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