Hosted by the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council
Free and open to the public, this artist reception for the Northwest Minnesota Annual Art Exhibit is an opportunity to meet regional artists, celebrate their work, and honor outstanding contributions to the arts. Guests are invited to enjoy an afternoon of conversation, light refreshments, and live music while connecting with the creative community.
On Saturday, April 25, the exhibit opens at 2:30 PM, with the awards program beginning at 3:30 PM.
This year’s “Of the Year” honors include:
Rebecca Rosenkrans, Jewelry Artist — NW Star Award (Lifetime Achievement)
Samantha Harrill, Visual Artist — Artist of the Year
Jane Anderson, Actor and Theater Director — Arts Advocate of the Year
Additional awards will also be presented for outstanding works in the exhibit. Funding for these awards is generously provided by the McKnight Foundation and the Minnesota State Legislature.
The exhibit—on view April 2 through April 25—features 114 works by 80 adult and high school student artists, offering a vibrant look at the creativity flourishing across our region. Many pieces will be available for purchase, which will be marked as sold during the event and picked up following the reception on April 25.
Exhibit Contact
Trey Everett, Showcase Specialist, Northwest Minnesota Arts Council
Email: treyeverettcreates@gmail.com
Phone: 218-745-8886
Web: nwartscouncil.org