OMG Studios Innovation Lab is an interactive and evolving music, art and literature immersion project that will function as a cultural content creator hub. Participants will create a wide array of multimedia, inspired by the Twin Cities’ rich music and art culture.

Mission Statement

To provide a creative outlet for youth for music, art and literary expression, development, and education.

2024 Innovation Lab Year In Review

We have so much to be grateful for this year! From opening our doors in February, to graduating our inaugural Youth Innovation Lab cohort. From releasing our fifth cultural film, to beginning production on the sixth (coming Juneteenth 2025). An unforgettable Celebration of Culture and Community at the Minnesota State Fair, including performances by Ludacris and T-Pain, Chance the Rapper, and Becky G. A special thank you to our partners and supporters for making the work we do in our communities possible, especially the investment in our youth. Which is why we are here at our 2025 Holiday Wrap Party to recognize the success of our Innovation Lab youth and to celebrate our beloved community who came along with us on this incredible journey.

Presenters:

Monique Linder, OMG Studios

Kevin Lindsey, MN Humanities Center

This inaugural year project was made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. Supporting partners include: MN Humanities Center, MN Black Collective, City of St. Paul and Live4Love Charities.