Ashland Productions is a nonprofit theater organization that is committed to bringing theater to young people in order to enrich their world and help them find their best selves. They are collaborative in nature and believe in providing a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating space in which their young students can learn and thrive. They […]

ARTS-Us is a nonprofit that was founded in 1992 as a community-based organization, focused on nurturing young leaders in the arts through a lens of the African Diaspora. The founders were African American artists and multicultural educators. They lean heavily on the education side with a plethora of programs and experiences, including Civil Rights Research […]

Lex-Ham Community Arts has its roots as a program of the Lexington-Hamline Community Council in the early 1990s. It grew over the years and became a nonprofit organization in 2003. The mission is to bring the community together through the arts, including theater and band. Both are well-established in the community and enjoyed by many […]

The Anoka Riverfest & Craft Fair was dreamed up in 1998 and officially named the Anoka Riverfest in 1999 in honor of the Rum River and the Mississippi River and where they intersect. It has grown to be a highly-anticipated event every year that celebrates the artistic endeavors of local crafters. There are activities for […]

Rumriver Art Center was founded in 2009 by Susan Yee and Larry Weinberg in order to foster and nurture emergent artistic talent. They have several ways to do this, including programs like Artists Del Norte, Family Free Art Day, and community programs. They offer classes in 2D and 3D mediums as well as classes in […]

Asian Media Access North is the administrative office and the dance studio for Asian Media Access (AMA). Their mission is to help the disconnected feel more connected through multimedia arts and technology. Their aim is to use technology and multimedia as a part of their community advocacy. They have educational programs for AAPI/disadvantaged youth, using […]

Juxtaposition Arts (JXTA) is a community-based arts organization that is heavily invested in supporting and promoting young artists. They have teen artists on staff and they are a valued organization in the community. It was opened in 1995 by Peyton Russell and Russel and DeAnna Cummings because they wanted to help underserved teen artists reach […]

The Stone Arch Bridge Festival is an annual arts and music festival that takes place in June at the Stone Art Bridge, of course. It's been happening for a quarter of a century, and it's a way to celebrate arts and music at a historic landmark. It is a two-day festival, usually held on Father's […]

Gamut Gallery is an art gallery/live performing space/gift shop that highlights local artists who are creative in innovative ways. They believe that art should be about the people and widely accessible, and they endeavor to make it so. They are inclusive and welcome everyone to the space. They have exhibits of different mediums, including paint, […]

The Museum of Russian Art features Russian art and artifacts, with events, classes, and a gift shop.

In 2003, the Kingfield Neighborhood Association (KFNA) put together a project to create outdoor murals on various local businesses. This was done by professional artists and local neighborhood youth. [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id="1" gal_title="Kingfield Murals and Public Art"]

is the brainchild of Suzie Marty, someone who wanted to combine her passion for art with the love of her grandchildren. She believes that art should reflect the experiences of the artist, and the store reflects that belief. It has a cozy and inviting atmosphere, and the staff is friendly and helpful. There is a […]