FEE: Free and open to the public

The Eclectic Collection – Cathrin & Laura Von Bank Exhibition

Dates: January 21 – May 16, 2026
Location: Waage Gallery, M State Fergus Falls
Admission: Free and open to the public during regular campus hours

The Eclectic Collection brings together work by sisters Cathrin and Laura Von Bank in a dynamic, multi-media exhibition. Featuring linocut prints, portraiture, fiber art, and mixed media, the show reflects the artists’ shared roots and distinct practices, drawing inspiration from nature, rural life, textiles, and the human figure.

A joint reception with “The Process of Satiation – Emily Williams-Wheeler” will be held Wednesday, February 12, from 4:00–6:00 p.m

FEE: Free

Alicia Hauff | Homing: Radical Re-Membering

January 31, 2026 - July 5, 2026

Homing is a solo exhibition featuring the work of regional multidisciplinary artist Alicia Hauff. This body of work examines the disconnect between contemporary life and the ecological, ancestral, and somatic systems that have sustained human and non-human communities. Homing refers to “an ability to return to a place or territory after traveling a distance away from it.” The foundational aspects of home include a sense of rootedness, connectedness, belonging, safety, and mutual care. Homing is a re-membering, recovering, and re-commitment to the greater whole of interconnected, interdependent life. Re-membering relates to the embodied act of becoming whole, putting ourselves back together again in care and community. For Hauff, homing begins with getting to know those beings all around us, every day.

Starion Bank Gallery | Plains Art Museum

General admission to this and all exhibitions at Plains Art Museum are free every day of the week.

FEE: Free

Annual Photo Club Exhibit

March 6 - April 25, 2026

Evansville Arts Coalition is pleased to open the Gallery for 2026 by showcasing photographs by Photo Club members, participating area photographers and Brandon- Evansville 4th Grade photographers! This exhibit will run from March 6 through April 25 during regular Gallery hours of 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, or by special arrangement.

FEE: Entry fee is $10 per piece or $25 for three pieces, with free entry for RDAG members.

Community Juried Photo Contest and Exhibition
May 5–30, 2026

Submission Deadline: April 26, 2026
Artwork Due: May 2, 2026
Reception: Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.

Artists are invited to submit up to three original photographs for this juried exhibition. Eligible works must be no larger than 20x30, ready to hang, priced for sale, and accompanied by a digital image for online voting eligibility.

Prizes will be awarded for Best of Show, In-Person Voting, and Online Voting. Entry fee is $10 per piece or $25 for three pieces, with free entry for RDAG members.

For submission guidelines and more information, contact Melissa Frank at director@reddoorgallerywahpeton.comor (701) 591-1010.

FEE: Free & open to the public

Wandering Expressions

Works by Ruth Hanson
Red Door Gallery

March 24 – May 2, 2026

Artist Reception: Thursday, April 16
5:00–7:00 p.m.

Wandering Expressions features work by regional artist Ruth Hanson, whose multi-medium practice explores themes of beauty, faith, and the natural world. Incorporating techniques such as watercolor, gouache, oil pastels, and watercolor batik, Hanson’s work invites reflection and a sense of peace through both imagery and hand-lettered text.

Hanson is a member of the Alex Art Guild and Art of the Lakes Gallery in Battle Lake, and lives near Vining, Minnesota.

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 & Open to the Public

2026 6A High School Art Competition Exhibition

Dates: March 30 – April 24, 2026
Location: LRAC Main Gallery, Historic River Inn Building, 133 S. Mill St., Fergus Falls, MN
Category: Visual Arts / Exhibition

Lake Region Arts Council presents the 2026 6A High School Art Competition Exhibition, showcasing artwork by student artists competing in the Minnesota State High School League Section 6A South.

This annual juried exhibition celebrates the creativity and artistic achievement of regional high school students and features work in a variety of mediums, including drawing, painting, sculpture, digital photography, fiber art, ceramics, printmaking, graphic design, and more.

A Closing Public Reception will be held on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 6:00–7:00 PM. The event is free and open to the public. Guests are invited to meet student artists and art teachers, view the exhibition, and celebrate the announcement of awards.

Participating schools include: Brandon-Evansville, Battle Lake, Hillcrest Lutheran Academy, Parkers Prairie, West Central Area, Morris, Osakis, and Underwood.

Gallery Hours:
Monday–Thursday | 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
Closed Friday–Sunday

Please call or email ahead to confirm gallery availability.
More info: 218-739-5780

FEE: Free to apply

2026 LRAC Guest Juror Exhibition – Call for Art

Submission Deadline: Monday, April 27, 2026
Location: Lake Region Arts Council / LRAC Gallery, Fergus Falls
Category: Calls for Artists / Visual Arts

Lake Region Arts Council is now accepting submissions for the 2026 LRAC Guest Juror Exhibition, juried by multidisciplinary artist Anne Meyer.

This exhibition is open to artists 18 and older residing in LRAC’s 9-county region, and welcomes work in all mediums and any theme. Artists may submit up to three pieces for consideration.

Eligible work includes:

• 2D artwork (painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, digital, etc.)

• 3D and sculptural work

• Mixed media / multimedia

• Installation proposals (space permitting)

The exhibition will be on view July 13–September 15, 2026, with a Closing Reception & Guest Juror Talk on Tuesday, September 15.

FEE: Free

2026 MSHSL High School Art Show – Region 6A North

Dates: April 1–17, 2026
Location: New York Mills Regional Cultural Center, New York Mills, MN

The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is once again hosting the annual Minnesota State High School League Art Show for Region 6A North, featuring outstanding student artwork from across the region.

This annual exhibition showcases work by approximately 125–150 student artists representing schools from throughout Region 6A North. Artwork will be displayed in a professional gallery setting and includes a wide range of categories such as drawing, painting, sculpture, media arts, crafts, digital and film photography, printmaking, ceramics, 2D mixed media, and graphic design.

The Student Art Festival will take place on Friday, April 17, when participating students and teachers will gather in New York Mills for artist presentations and an awards ceremony. Please note that artwork will be removed by students at the conclusion of the festival at approximately 12:00 PM.

Participating Schools Include:
Barnesville, Bertha-Hewitt, Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton, Frazee, Hawley, Henning, Lake Park-Audubon, Menahga, New York Mills, Pelican Rapids, Perham, Sebeka, Staples-Motley, Verndale, and Pequot Lakes.

Gallery Hours:
Tuesdays: 10 AM–5 PM
Wednesdays & Thursdays: 10 AM–7 PM
Fridays: 10 AM–5 PM
Saturdays: 10 AM–3 PM
Closed Sundays and Mondays
Private viewings may be scheduled in advance by contacting info@kulcher.org or calling 218-385-3339.

Admission is free and open to the public.

FEE: Free

2026 Big Art Exhibition

Dates: April 3 – May 26, 2026
Reception: May 14, 2026 | 5:30–7:30 PM
Location: JC Penney Wing, West Acres, Fargo, ND

The 2026 Big Art Exhibition features artwork by participating members of the Fargo Moorhead Visual Artists in a wide range of styles and mediums.

Visitors are invited to explore the exhibition throughout its run and attend a public reception on Thursday, May 14 from 5:30–7:30 PM, offering an opportunity to meet and talk with the artists.

This exhibition celebrates the creativity of regional artists and offers a chance to experience a diverse collection of visual art in a public setting.