Events
Event Link: https://www.henninglandmark.org
Event Link: https://www.reddoorgallerywahpeton.com/call-for-worksartists.html
Fee: Free
Dates of Exhibition: September 30 – October 25, 2025
Deadline for Submissions: September 19, 2025
Deadline for Arrival of Art: September 27, 2025
Artists’ Reception: TBD, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
We invite artists to submit works with light horror or fantasy themes. The horror is not grotesque, but
subtle—a lingering unease, a flicker in the corner of the eye, a sense that something is just slightly off.
Forms of work include but are not limited to painting, drawing, sculptural work, photography, printmaking, mixed media, wood carvings, jewelry, and textiles.
This is an open call for all artists who: Currently reside in North Dakota, Minnesota, or South Dakota, or those who call Wahpeton ND or Breckenridge MN their hometown or have a local connection.
• Artists must submit an Artist’s Biography along with works if this is an artist’s first time exhibiting.
• All works must include the following information: Title, Year Completed, Brief Description, Media Used, Dimensions, and Price.
• The maximum each artist can bring is 3 – 5 pieces of artwork or 10 feet of wall space worth of artwork.
• All works must be for sale, and priced with the understanding that the Red Door Art Gallery does take a 30% commission on all works. The commission must be included in your price. Include a detailed and clear inventory of all works for our records.
• The Gallery does reserve the right to exclude any artwork that does not meet the standards set by the
Gallery’s Collections and Exhibitions Committee.
• All works that go on a wall must have a hanger on the back. All work must be equipped with a saw tooth hanger or wire.
• All artists exhibiting in this show must be members of the Red Door Art Gallery. Feel free to contact RDAG if you are unsure of your membership status.
• RDAG requests all artwork be able to stay in gallery throughout the entirety of the exhibit, except for in the event of a sale.
• RDAG reserves the curatorial discretion for all placement, lighting, display, and all other aspects of the exhibition of works
• Preference will be given to works that have not been previously exhibited at Red Door Art Gallery.
• Artist consignment agreement must be signed and/or previously on file before art can be accepted or
exhibited.
To Submit:
Please send images and descriptions of work to: director@reddoorgallerywahpeton.com
Images submitted to Red Door Art Gallery may be considered to be used in promotion of the exhibit. Artists are responsible for the delivery and/or shipping costs to and from the Red Door. If work is shipped, a reusable container must be used. RDAG is not responsible for damage during the shipment for any reason. Return shipment will be sent C.O.D. to the artist. No post office boxes will be accepted for return shipments.
For more information contact the Gallery at (701) 591-1010 or email at director@reddoorgallerywahpeton.com
EVENT LINK: https://lrac4.org/legacy-grants
FEE: Free to apply
FY26 Fall Legacy Grant rounds for both Individual Artists and Nonprofit Arts Organizations in the 9-county LRAC region are open from August 18 - October 2, 2025 at 5PM!
Individual Artists: The Legacy Individual Grant provides up to $6,000 to individual artists in the LRAC nine-county region, to increase Arts Access, Arts Learning and Arts and Cultural Heritage opportunities for all Minnesotans.
Nonprofit Arts Organizations: The Legacy Organization Grant provides up to $12,500 to increase Arts Access, Arts Learning and Arts and Cultural Heritage opportunities for all Minnesotans. This grant is open to Arts Organizations (nonprofit), nonprofits with project that have Arts as the primary focus, local governments, and educational institutions in the LRAC nine-county region.
Minnesota’s Legacy Arts and Cultural Heritage funding is made possible from an appropriation by the Minnesota State Legislature with money from the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4, 2008.
Proceeds from the fund may be spent only on requests that support arts access, arts education or arts and cultural heritage. The fund is intended to create a strong arts legacy in Minnesota and will exist for a period of twenty-five years.
Lake Region Arts Council’s Legacy grant programs will be based on the three key areas of Arts Access, Arts Education, and Arts & Cultural Heritage.
EVENT LINK: https://forecastpublicart.org/consulting/artist-support/mid-career-professional-development-grant/
FEE: Free to apply
Grant Amount: Two grants of $5,000 each
Grant Period: January 1 – November 30, 2026
Application Deadline: October 15, 2025 (11:59 PM CST)
This grant supports Minnesota-based mid-career public artists seeking to advance their careers through professional development opportunities. Funding may be used for activities such as residencies, apprenticeships, conferences, travel, study, skill development, or creating prototypes and project models. The goal is to help artists expand their practice and further their work in public art.
Who is eligible?
Mid-career artists (with at least 10 years of active practice and public recognition of their work) from all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Forecast is especially committed to supporting BIPOC and Native artists, LGBTQIA+ artists, womxn artists, immigrants, rural artists, and artists with disabilities.
How to Apply:
Applications are accepted only through Submittable. Required materials include a proposal, community benefit statement, career impact statement, resume, work samples, and site information. Video applications are welcome.
These grants are made possible through funding from the McKnight Foundation. For assistance, contact jenk@forecastpublicart.org.
EVENT LINK: https://forecastpublicart.org/consulting/artist-support/early-career-project-grant/
FEE: Free to apply
Forecast Early-Career Artist Project Grant
Grant Amount: Two grants of $8,000 each
Grant Period: January 1 – November 30, 2026
Application Deadline: October 15, 2025
Forecast Public Art, with support from Jerome Foundation, invites Minnesota-based early-career artists to apply for the 2026 Early-Career Artist Project Grant. This grant supports the creation of a new temporary or permanent public artwork anywhere in Minnesota.
What We Fund
Public art in all forms—murals, sculpture, performance, sound, light, storytelling, dance, spoken word, interventions, and more.
Projects must be free and accessible to the public.
Sites must be confirmed by the application deadline (written approval required).
Who Should Apply
Early-career artists are those with 2–10 years of generative experience who:
Have a clear artistic direction and goals, but are still developing their voice.
Have not yet received wide recognition, media attention, or substantial funding.
Are vocational (not hobbyist, student, or amateur) artists.
May work in any artistic discipline.
Age is not a determining factor.
Equity Commitment
Forecast is committed to supporting a diverse group of artists, with emphasis on amplifying the work of BIPOC and Native artists, LGBTQIA+ artists, women artists, immigrant artists, artists from rural communities, and artists with disabilities.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted through Submittable by October 15, 2025. A complete application includes:
Proposal overview (75 words) + full proposal (500 words)
Community connection, early-career status, career impact, and lived experience (250 words each)
Resume (2 pages max)
Site approval documentation
Budget (template provided)
Work samples and description
Applicants may also submit via video format.
For questions or help applying in English, contact jenk@forecastpublicart.org.
These grants are made possible by the Jerome Foundation.
EVENT LINK: https://forecastpublicart.org/consulting/artist-support/early-career-rdgrant/
FEE: Free to apply
Grant Amount: Four grants of $2,500 each
Grant Period: January 1 – November 30, 2026
Application Deadline: October 15, 2025 (11:59 PM CST)
This grant supports Minnesota-based early-career artists in public art research, planning, and development. Funding may be used for activities such as research, community engagement, site or budget planning, proposal development, or building models and prototypes. The goal is to help artists explore and prepare for future public art projects that are free and accessible to the community.
Who is eligible?
Applicants must be early-career artists with 2–10 years of generative experience. Artists should demonstrate a focused direction and goals but may still be developing their artistic voice. Age is not a determining factor. Forecast places special emphasis on supporting BIPOC and Native artists, LGBTQIA+ artists, womxn artists, immigrants, rural artists, and artists with disabilities.
How to Apply:
Applications are accepted only through Submittable. Required materials include a proposal, community benefit statement, career impact statement, early-career status description, resume, and work samples. Video submissions are welcome.
These grants are made possible through funding from the Jerome Foundation. For assistance, contact jenk@forecastpublicart.org.
EVENT LINK: https://forecastpublicart.org/consulting/artist-support/mid-career-project-grant/
FEE: Free to apply
Grant Amount: Five grants of $10,000 each
Grant Period: January 1 – November 30, 2026
Application Deadline: October 15, 2025
The Mid-Career Project Grant supports Minnesota-based public artists in creating new, publicly accessible temporary or permanent artwork anywhere in the state. Eligible projects may take many forms—including visual art, performance, storytelling, sculpture, film, and more—and must have secured site approval by the application deadline.
Who is eligible?
Applicants must be mid-career artists (with at least 10 years of active practice and public recognition of their work). Artists from all disciplines and communities are encouraged to apply. Forecast places special emphasis on supporting BIPOC and Native artists, LGBTQIA+ artists, womxn artists, immigrants, rural artists, and artists with disabilities.
How to Apply:
Applications are accepted only through Submittable and require a proposal, community connection statement, site documentation, budget, resume, and work samples. Video submissions are welcome. A budget template and full application instructions are available online.
These grants are funded by the McKnight Foundation. For application assistance, contact jenk@forecastpublicart.org
EVENT LINK: https://www.bushfoundation.org/opportunities/bush-fellowship/
FEE: FREE TO APPLY
We believe that leadership can come from anywhere — and that when leaders grow, communities thrive. The Bush Fellowship invests in changemakers who are already making a difference, giving them the time, resources and freedom to grow their impact even more. It’s designed to help leaders become the best versions of themselves so they can spark bigger, bolder change in their communities.
If you or someone you know is ready to explore a Bush Fellowship, the moment is here:Applications for the 2026 Bush Fellowship open on Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025.
Up to 30 Fellows will each receive $150,000 to support their self-designed leadership plan. Leaders from all sectors — including business, nonprofit, and government — are welcome to apply.
Bush Fellows dream big about what’s possible and have a vision to create equitable, large-scale change. They have influence and a track record of turning vision into impact. They’re experienced problem solvers who get results, share what they know and help others grow as leaders. They make mistakes, learn from them and keep going.
We encourage you to learn more about how a Bush Fellowship can help you invest in your own growth as a leader.
Applications open: Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025 at 8 a.m. CT
Applications close: Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025 at 12 p.m. noon CT
Thursday, Sept. 4 at 9-10 a.m. CT — Register here
Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 12-1 p.m. CT — Register here
And if you can’t make one of them, we will share a recording later.
We share everything you need to know to apply on our website. We strongly encourage anyone interested to check it out. You’ll find the actual application questions, criteria, eligibility, short videos and more!
Get in touch with us! Our staff is available to answer your questions. Schedule a callwith us today. Check out the selection criteria and application questions in advance.
EVENT LINK: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=lakeregion
FEE: Free to apply
CALL FOR BIPOC ARTISTS
LRAC is looking for BIPOC artists in west central Minnesota and south eastern North Dakota who are ready to take their careers to the next level!
We’re forming a free, 9-month Artist Cohort beginning October 2025, offering intensive support, coaching, and opportunities to help you grow as an artist.
Cohort benefits include:
🎯 One-on-one career coaching & goal setting
📸 Professional photoshoot (headshot + work)
🎥 A professional 2–3 minute promo video
📚 Access to Springboard for the Arts “Work of Art” series
📝 Support with Artist Statement & Bio
📰 Features in LRAC newsletter & Facebook
💬 Talking Circles with professional BIPOC artists
… and more!
Eligible counties: Becker, Clay, Douglas, Grant, Otter Tail, Pope, Stevens, Traverse, Wilkin in Minnesota & Cass and Richland Counties in North Dakota.
Applications open: Tuesday, September 9, 2025
🗓 Deadline to apply: Monday, September 29, 2025
EVENT LINK: https://springboardforthearts.org/opportunities/winter-rituals-new-and-old-saint-paul-mn/
FEE: Free to apply
Open Call alert!
Springboard for the Arts is seeking artists in both Fergus Falls and Saint Paul to propose modest projects that celebrate the magic of winter in Minnesota.
We’re specifically looking for project ideas that enhance or reinvigorate existing community winter traditions, or try out entirely new ones – all with the goal to draw people outdoors, bring people together across generations, lift spirits, and highlight the unique beauty of winter.
Potential projects might include performances on ice, installations that encourage people to explore nature, experiences that bring brightness to dark nights, creative games or competitions …or anything else that brings warmth, joy, and connection to the coldest season. Selected artist participants will receive an $800 stipend and development and implementation support for their projects.
Applications will remain open until midnight CST on October 19, 2025. Got a project idea already or know an artist who might Learn more and apply below!
Fergus Falls application: https://springboard.slideroom.com/#/permalink/program/86173
Saint Paul application: https://springboard.slideroom.com/#/permalink/program/86270
Photo credit: various winter programs presented Springboard for the Arts throughout the years: Year of Play and Springboard on Ice (photos by Thai Phan-Quang).
EVENT LINK: https://www.kaddatzgalleries.org/flourish.html
FEE: Free to submit
Kaddatz Galleries invites early career and established local and regional artists of all mediums to apply for Flourish, a group exhibition celebrating resilience, growth, and the uplifting energy of hope, to be held in January + February of 2026 in our Charles Beck Gallery. Just as plants bloom after enduring the seasons, this show will highlight artwork that reflects the beauty of thriving in new circumstances and embracing change.
There is no fee to submit artworks for consideration, however, artists must use the form on our website to submit 1 - 4 images and an artist bio. Artists may include an artist statement, social media handles and/or a link to a website; previous exhibition experience not required.
Important Dates
Exhibition Dates: January 20, 2026 - February 28, 2026
Deadline for Submissions: Friday, November 14, 2025 at 11:59PM CST
Date Selected Artists Notified: Week of December 1-5, 2025
Art Delivery Dates: January 5 - 10, 2026
Opening Reception: 5-7PM, Thursday, January 22, 2026
EVENT LINK: https://lrac4.org/call-for-artists
FEE: Free to apply
Exhibition Dates: Monday, January 12 to Thursday, March 12, 2026
Artist Reception: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 5-6:30pm – Artist Talk at 5:30pm
Application Deadline: Monday, October 6, 2025 | 5:00 PM
This Call for Art is open to all artists living in the nine counties served by the Lake Region Arts Council: Becker, Clay, Douglas, Grant, Otter Tail, Pope, Stevens, Traverse, and Wilkin counties in west central Minnesota.
Artists Teams may submit 1–3 works for consideration.
One artist will serve as the primary contact and list their collaborating artist’s name on the application.
In the artist statement, please describe your collaborative vision for the gallery installation.
Apply online via the LRAC Gallery webpage: https://lrac4.org/call-for-artists
Call opens: Monday, September 15, 2025
Deadline to apply: Monday, October 6, 2025 by 5:00 PM
Notifications sent: Monday, October 20, 2025
Juror: LRAC Gallery Committee
The online application portal opens on Monday, September 15, 2025. Please fill out the online application located on the LRAC Gallery website page.
Call for Art Information: 888-735-9622 or contact:
Naomi RaMona Schliesman, Gallery Curator: gallerycurator4@gmail.com
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/share/16j2gDJfkj/
FEE: FREE and Open to the Public
Lake Region Arts Council (LRAC) is pleased to announce the opening of the 2025 Guest Juror Exhibition, juried by esteemed artist and cultural organizer Nancy Ariza. The exhibition will be on view at the LRAC Main Gallery from July 14 through September 16, 2025, with a closing reception on Tuesday, September 16, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. This event is free and open to the public.
This annual exhibition is a highlight of LRAC’s gallery season, showcasing the creative breadth and talent of regional artists. Each year, a guest juror is invited to review submissions from artists working in all disciplines. For the 2025 exhibition, Ariza selected 28 works from a competitive pool of 102 entries, resulting in a vibrant and compelling mixed media show that includes two-dimensional and three-dimensional work, as well as bold explorations of color, texture, and form.
Naomi RaMona Schliesman, LRAC Gallery Curator, shares:
“The Guest Juror Exhibition is always very popular with regional artists, and we receive over 100 submissions each year. Every Guest Juror brings their own talent, aesthetic, and professional eye when jurying the work. It transforms our gallery space and creates a buzz with our visitors. We invite established artists to select the very best from our regional talent, and it’s consistently one of the strongest mixed media exhibitions we present.”
About the Guest Juror – Nancy Ariza
Nancy Ariza is a printmaker, educator, and arts and cultural organizer with over a decade of experience designing and leading arts programming in museums and nonprofit organizations across Minnesota. In 2024, she founded Amilado Press, a collaborative print studio based in Richfield, MN, focused on publishing, artist residencies, and arts education.
In addition to her work at Amilado Press, Ariza serves on the Leadership Council of Serpentina Arts, supporting Latinx artists across Minnesota, and is a board member of the Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center. She holds an MA in Education from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, specializing in culturally responsive teaching, and earned a BA in Art History and a BFA in Printmaking from Minnesota State University, Mankato.
Exhibiting Artists:
Katie Muzquiz (Detroit Lakes, MN), Thom Tammaro (Moorhead, MN), Marie Merten (Alexandria, MN), Mary Erickson (Menahga, MN), Loretta Cantieri (Moorhead, MN), Kim Baird (Moorhead, MN), Tricia Coulson (Rochert, MN), Annette DuBord (Moorhead, MN), Laura VonBank (Moorhead, MN), Linda Beilke (Detroit Lakes, MN), Alyssa Christoffers (Moorhead, MN), John Shaw (Battle Lake, MN), Carmen Bruhn (Detroit Lakes, MN), Lrez (Perham, MN), John Beaudine (Moorhead, MN), Nancy X. Valentine (Battle Lake, MN), Katy J. Olson (Underwood, MN), Dennis Krull (Moorhead, MN), Torri Hanna (Fergus Falls, MN), and Maggie Peterson (Detroit Lakes, MN).
Gallery Hours:
Monday – Thursday | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Closed Friday – Sunday
Please call or email in advance to ensure the gallery is open on the day of your visit.
Contact: 1-800-262-2787 or 218-739-5780 | Email: LRAC4@LRACgrants.org
“This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Lake Region Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund, with additional support from the McKnight Foundation.”
EVENT LINK: https://www.publictransformation.org/events/activate-rural-virtual-summit
FEE: FREE
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Dates + Times:
Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025, 12PM - 2PM CST
Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, 12PM - 2PM CST
Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, 12PM - 2PM CST
Join Department of Public Transformation (DoPT) for the Activate Rural Summit on October 21, 22 and 23, 2025. The virtual gathering will share stories and learnings from artists and community leaders activating creative places in rural communities.
Day 1: Creative Community Engagement (Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025, 12PM - 2PM CST)
Join us on the first day for the opening keynote, a panel discussion about creative community engagement and to celebrate the release of the Activate Rural Atlas.
Day 2: Impact of Creative Places (Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, 12PM - 2PM CST)
The second day will explore the impact of creative places on rural communities. Hear from guest speakers about how the activation of creative places is shaping curiosity, belonging, and openness.
Beyond the Clock Happy Hour with Activate Rural (Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, 3-4PM CST)
Join Beyond the Clock hosts, Ash Hanson and Anna Claussen, for an informal virtual gathering and happy hour to reflect on the Summit experience, network with other attendees, and share activation stories! Register for the Beyond the Clock Happy Hour here [link].
Day 3: The Road Ahead (Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, 12PM - 2PM CST)
On the last day, join us for the closing keynote and panel discussion that looks toward navigating the road ahead for rural creative places. We’ll also share details about the 2026–2028 Learning Lab opportunity and what’s next with Activate Rural.
Guest speakers will be announced as their participation is confirmed.
Registration is free, and required.
REGISTER ONLINE HERE
For registration questions, please contact Benjamin Domask-Ruh, Activate Rural Program Coordinator, at benjamin@publictransformation.org.
