Come celebrate the return of the sun as the days get longer and we enter the spring season! What: “Celebrate the Sun” Spring Equinox community art event! Fun for all ages, some free art activities, some paid art activities (pre-registration requested, see below), food...
Join us for a special conversational Coffee Hour with Finnish folk ensemble Kardemimmit on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 10am CT. This conversation is presented by the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center and Arts Midwest as part of Kardemimmit’s weeklong digital...
New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is now showing in its gallery “Wood Interpretations.” This gallery exhibit features the art of 3 regional woodworkers: Dick Dubord of Dent, MN, Dick Skauge of Lake Park, MN, and Barry Kutzer of Fargo, ND. These...
Travel Experience to FINLAND! UPDATE DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS See below for details UPDATE AS OF 7/12/21: Finland is not accepting visitors from the US. Trip rescheduled to 2022. Click for Finland 2022 Info > Announcing our 2nd “Window to the World”...
Join us Thursday, February 18th, 7-8pm, for a film showing of There Is Only Us by photographer and storyteller John Noltner, previously an artist-in-residence at the Center. We will also show a video interview with John to learn a little more about his work. The film...
Second Thursdays from 12-1pm $5 fee for supplies Add creativity to your day! Art for Lunch continues in Spring 2021! Join us for this monthly creative break to learn about a new art form and make your own creation. Adaptations are in place for COVID-19 safety:...
Stop by our gallery, open Wednesday-Saturday (view hours), to see our newest gallery exhibit, One Word. Welcome to “ One Word” This show is an expression of words that have been used to describe 2020. It is a visual interpretation of feelings and reactions to...
We are excited to once again offer Youth Ballet with Leona Cichy at the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center on Wednesday afternoons this winter/spring for K-4th graders. Ballet classes will be limited to 8 children per class to maintain physical distancing. Masks...
Writer Tatiana Duvanova stayed at our artist house during her residency with the Cultural Center January 2-24. During her time in New York Mills she worked on one of her novels tentatively titled, “A Lantern in the Sky.” About the Author Tatiana is a...
28th Annual Think-Off Question Announced January 1, 2021 The Great American Think-Off, now in its 28th year, is an annual philosophy contest held in New York Mills, MN (population 1,224), and hosted by the Cultural Center in New York Mills. This year’s question once...
Mind Your Business celebrates New York Mills businesses and people. The gallery show is set up in three sections, past, present and future. There are many vintage photos of businesses, people and places; new photos and stories of current businesses and a place for...
Looking to score some more deals on unique items from our gift shop? We have the following after-Christmas sales planned! Help us clean out our inventory for the New Year! Christmas Eve Sale Thursday, December 24: open 10am-2pm 10% off all winter gift boxes After...
We are now offering shipping options on a few select items–perfect for your last-minute holiday gifting! Shipping Cost: USPS 1st class $5 (typically 2-3 days) USPS Priority $9 (typically 1-3 days) Ready to purchase? Give us a call at 218-385-3339 to purchase and...
We have so many fun and unique handmade items in our gift shop! Been meaning to stop by and find some treasures for your Christmas gifts? Now we’ve made it easy for you to browse some of our inventory online! SHOP THE STORE >
Check out our virtual concert for the Longest Night festival! Watch now > The Longest Night Festival is an annual event we look forward to every year. While it may be cold and dark outside, inside the Cultural Center there’s an energy and music that warms our...
Join us for an adapted, outdoor, and family-friendly event held on the Winter Solstice at the NYM Sculpture Park on Monday, December 21, 2020 from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Just a reminder that we will be closed for the month of January, and reopening on Wednesday, February 3. This is a time for us to take a breather, be present, and reset for a productive and successful New Year. See you soon! -Cultural Center Staff
Due to COVID-19, we will be postponing our weekly sit-n-stick group until February. We look forward to seeing you in the New Year! Call 218-385-3339 with any questions.
Shop Small in 2020! Deals on iittala Finnish glass, candy, coffee, syrup & more! Open Black Friday 10-5 & Small Business Saturday 10-3 This year is projected to be the biggest online shopping year yet for holiday gift giving. Remember your favorite local shops...
Back by Popular Demand! Locally Sourced Gift Sets Prices range from $5 – $30 Ready to Grab & Gift! Back by popular demand are our convenient Winter Gift sets! These are fun and super cute gift collections ranging from succulents, gift certificates, small...
Annual Artist Bazaar Open to All Wednesday 11/18 – Saturday 11/21! Members Only Sneak Peek Tuesday, Nov 17, 5-7PM! All are invited to our 11th annual Artist Bazaar! We are excited to once again host this annual artist event to bring unique, handmade gifts to...
The NYM Regional Cultural Center celebrates Give to the Max Day 2020! #GTMD20 is a full day dedicated to supporting MN non-profits and schools! #GiveWhereYouLiveMN Give to the Max is a statewide outpouring of support for thousands of nonprofits and schools across...
Update 5/18/21: The Cultural Center continues to follow guidance from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Protection (CDC). Thanks for your patience as we do our best to follow guidelines, keep staff healthy, and welcome...
Arts Learning Workshop Wed, Nov 11 @ 7-9PM Learn about Pour Painting! UPDATE 11/10: CLASS CANCELED DUE TO LACK OF REGISTRANTS. WE PLAN TO RESCHEDULE IN THE SPRING. Join us for this fun & fast workshop with local artist and CC programs director Cheryl Bannes! Learn...
The Americans for the Arts Action Fund presents its ArtsVote “Make Your Vote Count” campaign and pledge with artwork designed by renowned contemporary artist and Americans for the Arts Artists Committee member Shepard Fairey, as well as customized voter fact sheets...
Live World Music Thursday, November 5, 2020 @ 7:00-8:00 p.m. Held @ NYM Cultural Center Join us at the Cultural Center for live world music by renowned musicians Issam Rafea and Gao Hong. This concert is an “adapted in-person event” which will follow...
Weekly Fiber Artists’ Gathering Now on Thursdays! @ 6:00 – 7:15 p.m. Beginning on Thursday, September 10, 2020, Sit n Stitch is BACK! This weekly fiber arts gathering offers time and space for some fiber fun weekly on Thursdays from 6:00 – 7:15 p.m....
Live Music Outdoors! Friday, October 9, 2020 @ 6:30 PM Join us at the New York Mills Sculpture Park / The Barn located at the intersection of Highway 10 and Highway 67 in New York Mills on Friday, October 9th, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. for an unforgettable evening of live...
Paintings by Moira Villiard In the Gallery Sept 9 – Oct 10, 2020 The Cultural Center in New York Mills’ current gallery show “The Rights of The Child” by artist Moira Villiard is on display from Wednesday, September 9th through Saturday, October 10th,...
Second Thursdays @noon-1pm $5 fee for supplies Add creativity to your day! Art for Lunch continues into Fall 2020 and Spring 2021! Join us for this monthly creative break to learn about a new art form and make your own creation. Adaptations are in place for COVID-19...
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2020 | Arts Midwest Thirty Midwestern arts and culture organizations received new COVID-19 relief grants today from Arts Midwest through the United States Regional Arts Resilience Fund. The United States Regional Arts Resilience Fund’s goal is...
Wednesday afternoons September-December, 2020 For youth ages 3-10 Details, dates & times below! We are excited to share that Leona Cichy will be returning this fall to provide ballet classes at the Cultural Center for ages 3-10! A 12-week session will be offered...
Cultural Center Rummage Sale! Art & craft supplies, books, paintings, artwork & MORE! BONUS: 15% off all NEW LUND merchandise! Come find treasures and bargains galore at the Cultural Center’s rummage sale, and support the arts at the same time! Join us...
Updated Fall 2020 Hours Expanded to Serve You! Beginning Wednesday, September 2, 2020, the Cultural Center Gift Shop and Gallery will be open the following hours: Wednesdays 10am-6pm Thursdays 10am-6pm Fridays 10am-5pm Saturdays 10am-3pm Closed...
Outdoor Music + Culture @ Finn Creek Open Air Museum Friday, August 21 @ 6-8pm On Friday, August 21st, 2020 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center and Niijii Radio will present an evening of music and culture at the Finn Creek Open Air...
Live Music Outdoors! @ NYM Sculpture Park / Barn Friday, July 31 @ 7:30PM The Cultural Center is taking our 2020 live music series outdoors for Music in the Park at the NYM Sculpture Park / The Barn! Please bring your own chairs to this outdoor community event and...
Celebrate Summer 2020 in Otter Tail Lakes Country with Art in YOUR Park! Join us at any of the dates/times/locations below for fun art projects for kids this summer! Workshops will be held 10:00 – noon, unless noted otherwise. Rest assured, Art in Your Park...
Post-COVID Hours Announced Following Safety Regulations Check Out Our New Hours Hope to See You Soon! Following several months of closure due to COVID-19, the Cultural Center Gift Shop and Gallery are now open the following hours: Wednesdays 11am-6pm Thursdays...
Great American Think-Off Virtual Documentary Film Watch Party Thursday, June 11, 2020 Begins at 7:00 p.m. In honor of the 2020 Great American Think-Off, which was postponed to 2021 due to COVID-19, we are hosting a virtual watch party on Facebook to view the Think-Off...
Annual Adult Regional Art Show 2020 Theme: Blue Musings May 27 – July 3, 2020 SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL ARTISTS! Starting May 27 to July 3, the Cultural Center will be showcasing local artwork. Any artist age 18 and up is welcome to bring up to 2 pieces of art to the...
Aaron Simmons Concert 4/20/24
Winter/Spring 2024 Workshops @ the Cultural Center
Celebrating Cultures 2024
Art for Lunch 2024
Open Mic is BACK this Spring 2024!
Spring 2024 Youth Ballet at the Cultural Center
2024 Winter/Spring Performing Arts Series
2024 Great American Think-Off Question Announced
New York Mills Welcoming Communities 2024
Sit ‘n’ Stitch 2024
In the Gallery: Borgreen’s Butenhoff Boys – March 2024
Corey Medina & Brothers Return to NYM 4/12/24
“The Night Before Gettysburg” Performance 3/6/24
POSTPONED: Puzzle Party FUNdraiser
Ruckus in the Bearbrush Concert 3/23/24
Good Morning Bedlam Concert 3/2/24 – POSTPONED
Comedians Jason Schommer & Jodie Maruska 2/10/24
In the Gallery: Local Legends – Feb 2024
Dennis Warner in New York Mills January 2024
The Eclectics Bluegrass Concert 12/8/23
2023 Great American Think-Off Finalist Essays
2023 Great American Think-Off Weekend
2023 Great American Think-Off Finalists Announced
2023 Great American Think-Off Question Announced
2022 Great American Think-Off Results