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Explore the Arts

FROM ART GALLERIES TO PERFORMING ARTS AND CULTURAL CENTERS

Southwest Minnesota is known for its natural landscape of prairielands and rolling hills. This land has inspired art for many. Today the arts are growing in Southwest Minnesota, from art galleries to performing arts.

Cultural history and Native American art can be found at historical sites such as the Lower Sioux Agency, Jeffers Petroglyphs, and Pipestone National Monument. The region is also home to international and cultural festivals (link).

Art Galleries & Public Art

Remick Gallery

Windom | Cottonwood County

The Remick Art Gallery is located in the Cottonwood county Historical Society and features a rotating gallery of art from regional, state, and national artists. See website and social media for current exhibit.

812 4th Ave

Windom, MN 56101

Remick Art Gallery

Jackson Art Walk

Jackson | Jackson Art Walk

Jackson's interactive art walk features several outdoor murals made by community members and indoor paintings that you can become a part of! Find the map and brochure on their website. Be part of the art!

Jackson, MN 56143

Jackson Art Walk

Nobles County Art Center

Worthington | Nobles County

Located in the Nobles County War Memorial Building/Library, the gallery has rotating art exhibits plus a permanent collection of over 300 pieces from artists with a Worthington connection. Events throughout the year.

407 12th St

Worthington, MN 56187

Nobles County Arts Center

Deuschle Studios

Luverne | Rock County

The gallery features local and regional pottery, jewelry, and fine arts and is owned and operated by artists Kathy and Jerry Deuschle. The gallery also features a shop. Open upon request.

1294 131st St

Luverne, MN 56156

Deuschle Studio

Westbrook Arts Center

Westbrook | Cottonwood County

The Westbrook Arts Center is a non-profit community arts center for all ages and operates out of a 120 year-old historic church. The center is open for events at this time.

750 Ash Ave

Westbrook, MN 56183

westbrook arts center

Marshall Area Fine Arts Council

Marshall |Lyon County

MAFAC works to build community through the arts. The arts center holds rotating exhibits and events, houses a gift shop of regional arts, and more. See their website for hours and events.

109 N 3rd St

Marshall, MN 56258

Marshall Area Fine Arts Council

Prairie Maiden Treasures

Pipestone | Pipestone County

The Pipestone Indian Shrine operates two store locations, the Prairie Maiden Treasures and at the visitor center at the Pipestone National Monument. Stop by for cultural demonstrations on peace pipes, stone carvings, and more.

102 E Main St

Pipestone, MN 56164

stone carving at Prairie Maiden Treasures

Jackson Center for the Arts

Jackson | Jackson County

The Center provides art experiences for all ages and offers support and creative opportunities for local artists. The Center also features a market and art gallery. See website for hours and events.

309 2nd St

Jackson, MN 56143

jackson center for the arts

Southwest Minnesota Arts Council

Marshall | Lyon County

SMAC is a non-profit committed to promoting & encouraging the development of arts in the 18 counties of southwestern Minnesota. SMAC provides art grants and technical services, as well as housing a gallery.

509 W Main St

Marshall, MN 56258

Southwest Minnesota Arts Council

Brandenburg Gallery

Luverne | Rock County

Art gallery of former National Geographic photographer and Luverne native Jim Brandenburg. The gallery features 2 floors of award-winning nature photography.

213 E Luverne St

Luverne, MN 56156

Brandberg Photography: Brother Wolf

Performing Arts

BARC

Windom | Cottonwood County

Think of the Business, Arts, & Recreation Center as your place to gather from 2 people to 600 or more. BARC includes a 3,572 square foot, 650 seat auditorium that has hosted concerts for Grammy winning artists, plays, and more.

1012 5th Ave

Windom, MN 56101

BARC

Schwan's Center for Performing Art

Marshall | Lyon County

The Schwan's Center is located in the Marshall Senior High School and hosts local and regional performing arts as well as sponsored talent throughout the year. Check the website for upcoming events and shows.

400 Tiger Drive

Marshall, MN 56258

Visit Website

Schwans Center for the Performing Arts

Pipestone Performing Arts Center

Pipestone | Pipestone County

Located in the heart of Pipestone's historic district, the center featuring touring artists, and host stage productions from the Calumet Players, Calumet Players Childrens Theater and the Al Opland Singers.

104 Main St E

Pipestone, MN 56164

Pipestone Performing Arts Center

Lake Benton Opera House

Lake Benton | Lincoln County

The Opera House is open from March to December, with a full and varied program of plays, musicals, and sponsored talent. Run by volunteers, the Opera House is a historic feature with regular performing art showcases.

118 E Benton St

Lake Benton, MN 56149

lake benton opera house performs Newsies

Marshall Area Stage Company

Marshall |Lyon County

The Marshall Area Stage Company is a community theater organization with performances throughout the year in the Marshall Community. Check their website for upcoming performances.

Marshall, MN 56258

Marshall Area State Company

Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant

Walnut Grove | Redwood County

The Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant is a family-oriented live drama based on the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder. The pageant runs for 3 weekends in July each year. The grounds also hosts live events at its hillside amphitheater.

11505 Crown Ave

Walnut Grove, MN 56180

Laura Ingalls 2023 Flyer

SMSU Theatre

Marshall | Lyon County

Southwest Minnesota State University's outstanding theatre facilities include a 300-seat recently renovated proscenium theatre, an experimental Black Box Theatre, scene and costume shops. Check the website for show dates.

1501 State St

Marshall, MN 56258

smsu theatre

Memorial Auditorium

Worthington | Nobles County

Constructed in 1931, the renovated and restored auditorium is one of the largest art centers in the area and features plays, musicals, live music, and sponsored talent year-round. Check the website for upcoming performances.

714 13th St

Worthington, MN 56187

memorial auditorium

Historic Palace Theatre

Luverne | Rock County

First opened in 1915, the theatre brought motion pictures, vaudeville and touring companies to the area. The theatre continues to offer live entertainment, movies, and events year-round.

116 W Main St

Luverne, MN 56156

palace theatre luverne

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