04-15-26 Emma Balázs, founding curator of The People’s Museum for Prince, talks with Freddie Bell about the community-driven project celebrating Prince’s legacy

04-15-26 Emma Balázs, founding curator of The People’s Museum for Prince, talks with Freddie Bell about the community-driven project celebrating Prince’s legacy

Author: KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station” April 15, 2026 Duration: 11:13

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell speaks with Emma Balázs about The People’s Museum for Prince, a unique, community-powered project that invites fans to share personal stories, artwork, and memories of the iconic artist. She explains how the traveling museum centers everyday voices to preserve Prince’s cultural impact beyond traditional timelines and facts. Opening June 7, Prince’s birthday, the exhibit will be hosted at Roberts Gallery in North Minneapolis, honoring the neighborhood where he grew up. The conversation also highlights the significance of the 10-year anniversary of his passing, encouraging listeners to contribute their own experiences and be part of shaping his living legacy. 


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