Past Events From The Cultural Center
Upcoming Workshop: Monarchs & Mascaras
Join us Sat, Sept 27
Monarchs & Mascaras Workshop
Mexican Folk Art
2025 Kalevala Puppet Pageant
Large-scale community theater
Seeking participants, volunteers, donors!
Workshops begin Aug. 4th
2 FREE performances!
Fri, Aug 15 @ NYM VFW
Sat, Aug 16 @ Finn Creek
In the Gallery: ‘Heavy Metals’
Central MN Metal Artists
Gallery Free to Visit & Open to All
Reception Sat, Aug 23, 10AM-3PM
Pop Up Writing Workshop: Visiting Artist Mia Cinelli
Join us Thur, July 24 @ 5-7PM
Explore the Art of Typography
Free to Attend & Open to ALL!
2025 Fish House Festival July 11 in NYM
11th Annual Festival
Friday, July 11, 2025
Fun in the Street & Gallery
Family-Friendly & Open to All
Art in Your Park Summer 2025
Free art for kids outdoors!
Join us in YOUR parks this summer!
Dates & locations vary
Click for details
Many Truths Prevail in 2025 Great American Think-Off
David Lose is America’s Greatest Thinker for 2025
A Record Audience, a Powerful Debate, and a Celebration of Civil Discourse
2025 Great American Think-Off Finalist Essays
32nd Annual Great American Think-Off
Is there only one truth, or are there many truths?
Read the 4 Finalist Essays Here!
2025 Annual Regional Show: “Art is a Lie That Makes Us Realize Truth”
NOW in the Gallery!
May 28 – June 28, 2025
Reception Fri, June 13, 6-8PM
All are Welcome!
Artistic Director Transition at the Cultural Center 2025
Big Shoes, Grateful Hearts, and a New Chapter Ahead ✨
Farewell Cheryl & Welcome Megan!
2025 Great American Think-Off Weekend
32nd Great American Think-Off
Saturday, June 14, 7pm @ NYM School
Get tickets now!
Kick-Off Friday June 13th @ NYMRCC
Sofia Talvik in Concert @ NYMRCC 5/29/25
Nordic | Americana | Folk | Roots
Thursday, May 29 @ 7:30
Pay What You Can – OPEN TO ALL!
Celebrating Cultures 2025
Community Art Event
Wed, May 21, 2025 @ 4-7PM
MOVED TO Cultural Center & Library due to weather
FREE to attend & open to ALL!
Natural Dialogs: A Collaborative Project by Photographer Jon Solinger
In the Gallery:
Apr 26 – May 24, 2025
Free to See & Open to ALL!
Spring 2025 Workshops
Explore Art @ NYMRCC this Spring!
FINAL CLASS OF THE SEASON:
Stamped Metal Garden Markers May 14
Sign Up Today!
Meet the Finalists: 2025 Great American Think-Off
32nd Great American Think-Off
Live Debate June 14, 2025
Tickets on sale now!
Dylan Doyle Band Returns to NYMRCC 4/22/25
Roots | Rock | Funk | R&B
Tuesday, Apr. 22 @ 7:30
Pay What You Can – OPEN TO ALL!
Caleigh Irish Concert – NEW DATE: April 11, 2025
Live Celtic/Bluegrass/Folk Music!
**RESCHEDULED TO APRIL 11**
Pay What You Can – OPEN TO ALL!
Arts Leadership Opportunity! Be Our Next Artistic Director
Join Our Vibrant Arts Community!
Application Deadline April 28, 2025
Dynamic, Creative Environment
Be a Key Leader in Established & Growing Rural Arts Organization
2025 Annual Meeting
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Begins @ 5:30 p.m.
Annual Review of Impact
All are Welcome
2025 MSHSL High School Art Show
High School Show Up NOW!
April 9-24, 2025
See it before it’s gone!
Pop Up Writing Workshop: Visiting Artist Alice Hatcher
Join us Wed, Apr 23 @ 5-7PM
“Finding Your Voice”
Free to Attend & Open to ALL!
Jesse Anderson Band Concert – March 28, 2025
Rock, Pop, Folk Band
Friday, Mar. 28 @ 7:30
Pay What You Can – OPEN TO ALL!
90s PROM!
Prom – For ADULTS!
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Held @ NYM City Hall Ballroom
ALL ARE WELCOME!
Dawson Redenius Septet 2/28/25
A Night of Jazz!
Friday, Feb. 28 @ 7:30
Pay What You Can – OPEN TO ALL! RSVP Requested
In the Gallery: Interwoven
Feb 26 – Apr 5, 2025
Fiber Artists Kristi Swee Kudor, Mary Jo Wentz, Kristen Anderson, Elyse Olson
Reception Fri, Mar 21 @ 4-6PM
Pop Up Visiting Artist Event: Chris Stedman
Join us Sat, March 29 @ 11AM
Visiting Writer, Podcaster, Professor
Free to Attend & Open to ALL!
Hygge Market 2025
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Unique Artist & Maker Goods
Embrace Cozy With Us This Winter!
In the Gallery: Adventures in Art + Kids Create
Jan 29 – Feb 21, 2025
Interactive Art for All Ages!
Plus Elementary Art Show
LAST CHANCE: ENDS FRI 2/21!
Now Hiring: Operations Specialist
Join Our Creative Team!
Dynamic, Creative Environment
Seeking Organized Self-Starter
Future Leadership Potential!
Deuces Wild Dueling Pianos Return to NYM Feb 1, 2025!
Back by Popular Demand!
Saturday, February 1, 2025
Held at NYM City Hall Ballroom
Tickets Available NOW!
Orphan Trains Film & Author Discussion 1/29/25
Film & talk with author Mike Keene
January 29, 2025
Held at NYM Public Library
2025 Winter/Spring Concert Series
Live Music in Rural MN!
February 28 – Dawson Redenius Septet
March 28 – Jesse Anderson Band
April 11 – “Caleigh” Irish Concert
April 22 – Dylan Doyle Band
May 29 – Sofia Talvik
Art for Lunch Spring 2025
Hungry for Creativity?
Grab Art for Lunch!
Second Thursdays @ Noon
NOTE: No Art for Lunch in January.
Shop Local With Us This Holiday Season!
2024 Gift Store Specials
Join us before & after Christmas!
Deals for everyone on your list
Meat Raffle Fundraiser – 2nd Fridays @ NYM VFW
Support the Local – Join us at the VFW!
2nd Fridays through May 2025
Win FREE NYMRCC event tickets too!
Fall 2024 Workshops @ the Cultural Center
Make Your Own Holiday Gifts!
Register Today – FINAL FALL WORKSHOP!
DEC 11: Marked-Up Mugs
Longest Night Music Festival 2024
Saturday, December 21, 2024
Music @ 7pm, Doors @ 6:30
Community Concert
Free to attend & open to ALL!
In the Gallery: Unincorporated
Artist Laura Grisamore
December 4-28, 2024
Reception Fri Dec 6
Free to See & Open to All
Art for Lunch Fall 2024
Hungry for Creativity?
Grab Art for Lunch!
Second Thursdays @ Noon
NOTE: No Art for Lunch in January.