FEE: Free

Sunday Socials @ AOTL Gallery

Starting January 4 — Sundays — 2-4pm

Sunday Socials are your chance to get out of the house, beat the winter blahs, and connect with others who love the arts. They're a casual drop-in time for anyone and everyone - members and non-members alike. Bring a project, or just join in the conversation. Sundays, 2-4pm in the Gallery.

FEE: Free

Color Improvisations 3

Dates: March 28 – August 23, 2026
Location: William and Anna Jane Schlossman Gallery, Plains Art Museum

Color Improvisations 3 features 42 vibrant, large-scale quilts that explore the expressive possibilities of color in contemporary textile art. Curated by acclaimed artist Nancy Crow, the exhibition includes work by 38 artists from the United States, Canada, and New Zealand.

Each piece was created specifically for this exhibition, highlighting a wide range of artistic voices united by innovation, bold composition, and masterful craftsmanship. Visitors will experience dynamic color palettes and inventive approaches that push the boundaries of quilt-making as an art form.

Following its international tour in Germany and North American debut in Nebraska, the exhibition continues its tour across the continent through 2029.

Exhibition Tour:
Thursday, April 9, 6:00–6:45 PM (Free)
Join a curatorial team-led tour exploring contemporary quilt-making and the ideas behind the exhibition.

FEE: Free to attend.

On Exhibit in Three Locations Across Detroit Lakes

You can see the full collection in three locations through Labor Day weekend:

• Becker County Museum – 714 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes – Originals and prints of acrylic, oil, and ink paintings

• Ortenstone Gardens & Sculpture Park – 28499 Randolph Rd, Detroit Lakes  – Large-scale print reproductions along the Aspen Overlook Trail

• Washington Square Mall – 808 Washington Ave, Detroit Lakes – Even more large-scale print reproductions

Free & Open to the Public

The exhibits will remain open during each venue’s operating hours through Labor Day Weekend 2026.
This exhibition is free and open to the public – thanks to Project 412 Wave Maker supporters.

Join us for the Artist Reception
on Saturday, May 2, 2026
from 5 to 7 pm

At the Becker County Museum

714 Summit Avenue in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

FEE: Free to attend

FFour Points of Light
April 28 - May 23, 2026
Free to see, open to all!

The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is pleased to present Four Points of Light, a group exhibition featuring art by Calvin deRuyter, Lyssa Lovejoy, Jackie Henning, and Stephen Henning. 

On view from Tuesday, April 28 through Saturday, May 23, 2026, this exhibition presents a diverse range of artistic approaches spanning painting and mixed media.

All are welcome to join us for a Closing Reception + Artists Talks on Saturday, May 23, from 1-2 PM. Free to attend, and open to all!

About the Exhibition

Four Points of Light is a group exhibition born from a spirit of collaboration among four neighboring artists who chose to work collectively to expand visibility and deepen community engagement. What began as a series of coordinated studio events has evolved into a unified exhibition centered on the theme of light, explored as both subject and metaphor.

“Sometimes the best opportunities come from simply looking around and realizing who you can build something meaningful with,” said Stephen Henning. “This exhibition is a reflection of that shared effort and creative trust.”

While each artist brings a distinct voice and perspective, the collection is united by a shared interest in light as a means of expressing energy, atmosphere, and human connection.

“Though our styles differ, we discovered a common thread in how we each respond to light,” said Lyssa Lovejoy. “It became a natural foundation for this exhibition.”