Arts & Creativity For All
Providing art programming and creative opportunities for all ages in New York Mills, Minnesota.
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You don’t need to drive to the Twin Cities or Fargo to experience great arts and culture—experience it right here in the heart of the lakes country, Minnesota.
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We understand how important creativity & community are, especially in our rural area.
The New York Mills Arts Retreat and Regional Cultural Center is a multidisciplinary arts organization that has expanded cultural and creative opportunities for rural Minnesotans for over 30 years.
We understand how important creativity & community are, especially in our rural area.
The New York Mills Arts Retreat and Regional Cultural Center is a multidisciplinary arts organization that has expanded cultural and creative opportunities for rural Minnesotans for over 30 years.
Our Annual Impact
Data from 2024
People Served
Youth Reached
Artist Partners
OUR PROGRAMMING FOUNDATIONS
Celebrating the Local and Being a Window to the World
Visual Arts
Through gallery exhibitions, public art, artist residencies, and a gallery gift store featuring regional artists, we create space for artists and audiences to connect.
Performing Arts
Live music, theater, and dance bring people together year-round, from intimate performances to large, outdoor pageants.
Literary Arts + Ideas
Through writing, storytelling, and spirited conversation, we celebrate the power of ideas to inspire curiosity, challenge perspectives, and connect communities.
Community + Culture
From festivals and philosophy debates to our Gift Store and gathering spaces, our programs celebrate the unique spirit, creativity, and connections that define our region.
Education
We believe art is for everyone. Classes, workshops, and ongoing programs make creativity accessible to learners of all ages.
Artists + Residency
We support artists across disciplines by providing time, space, and opportunities to create, collaborate, and share their work in rural Minnesota.
News
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OUR FACILITIES
Where to Find Us
Cultural Center
24 North Main Avenue
New York Mills, MN 56567
Visit during open hours to view the gallery, shop our gift store, or attend an event.
Sculpture Park & The Barn
Just off of the US HWY 10 main exit into NYM, on the corner of Broadway Avenue
Visit sunrise to sundown to explore, bring a picnic, or host an event. Learn more.
And out in the community!
We host in-person events at schools, parks, and other places around the area.
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A Cultural Gem in the Heart of Minnesota
“Most folks don't expect to find an arts and cultural center in the heart of "fly over" country. This is an amazing place to find arts, programming, music, philosophy, and artist residency opportunities.”
-Trish Clancy