Minneapolis, MN
Follow The Purple Path And Step Into Prince's Minneapolis Story
MINNEAPOLIS (WJON News) — A new initiative in downtown Minneapolis will help Prince fans celebrate his legacy. Meet Minneapolis, along with Paisley Park and the Downtown Improvement District, is launching the Purple Path to coincide with Celebration Week.
IMAGE courtesy of the Minneapolis Convention & Visitors Association.
Fans will be able to follow the Purple Path by finding sidewalk decals to visit significant locations tied to Prince’s life, music, and his connection to Minneapolis. Some of the places include the Dakota Jazz Club, First Avenue, and the Orpheum Theatre. The clings were placed over the weekend and will remain through the fall.
IMAGE courtesy of the Minneapolis Convention & Visitors Association.
Celebration Week is an annual celebration of Prince and his legacy at Paisley Park and Downtown Minneapolis, which runs from June 5th to 8th. The 8 downtown Purple Path locations are:
Dakota Jazz Club
Schmitt Music Mural (South 10th Street & Marquette Avenue)
IDS Center
First Avenue & 7th Street Entry
Orpheum Theatre
Downtown Mural (1st Avenue & 8th Street)
Glam Slam
Prince Photograph (North 1st Street & North 1st Avenue)
IMAGE courtesy of the Minneapolis Convention & Visitors Association.
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