All NEW Teen Art Club
Open to ALL Teens ages 13-18
Free to Attend
YOU Belong Here!
The Teen Art Club at the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is a creative, supportive program designed for teens ages 13–18 who are interested in art, making, and community engagement. This program provides a safe and welcoming environment where teens can build creative skills, connect with peers, and explore artistic interests in a structured yet flexible setting.
Program Overview
Teen Art Club offers a mix of guided workshops, open studio time, and volunteer opportunities. Teens are encouraged to take an active role in shaping the group’s activities while being supported by Cultural Center staff and visiting artists.
Guided workshops and group meetings are generally led by Artistic Director Megan Shirley-Ross, with the possibility of future sessions facilitated by Teen Art Club members or visiting artists. These sessions may include guided art projects, discussion, skill-building, and planning future activities.
Safety & Community Expectations
Teen Art Club is a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space. To help ensure a respectful and supportive environment for all participants, all teens and their parents/guardians are required to review and sign a Community Contract prior to participation. This contract outlines expectations around behavior, respect, and shared responsibility within the space.
Click Here for Community Contract >Session Types
- Guided Workshops / Group Meetings
Structured sessions that include guided artmaking and group discussion. Supplies are provided for these sessions. - Come-and-Go Open Studio Hours
Supervised, drop-in studio time where teens may work independently or collaboratively on personal or school-related projects. Teens should bring their own supplies unless they have earned access to Center supplies through volunteer hours. - Volunteer Hours
Opportunities for teens to assist with activities at the Cultural Center. Volunteer hours are tracked and may be used to access shared art supplies and fulfill school or organization volunteer requirements.
Teen Art Club Schedule
Thursday, January 15, 2026 | 4:00–6:30 PM
Volunteer Hours
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 | 4:00–6:30 PM
Come-and-Go Open Studio
Thursday, February 19, 2026 | 4:30–6:00 PM
Guided Workshop / Group Meeting
NEW DATE: Thursday, March 5, 2026 | 4:00–6:30 PM — Rescheduled from March 3rd due to MN Arts Advocacy Day.
Come-and-Go Open Studio
Thursday, March 19, 2026 | 4:30–6:00 PM
Guided Workshop / Group Meeting
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 | 4:00–6:30 PM
Come-and-Go Open Studio
Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 4:30–6:00 PM
Guided Workshop / Group Meeting
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | 4:00–6:30 PM
Come-and-Go Open Studio
Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 4:30–6:00 PM
Guided Workshop / Group Meeting
Please note: As a teen-informed and evolving program, dates and formats may adjust as the group grows.
Art Supplies
Teens who complete volunteer hours may gain access to a shared supply library at the Cultural Center. Supplies may include:
- Painting media: oil, acrylic, craft, and watercolor paints
- Drawing media: graphite, charcoal, oil pastels, soft pastels, and ink
- Printmaking supplies: gel plate printing materials and block printing tools
- Fiber arts: embroidery materials, fabric, yarn, crochet hooks, and knitting tools
- Craft supplies: hot glue, pom poms, pipe cleaners, and assorted materials
Supply availability may vary based on use and donations.
Who Can Participate
All teens ages 13–18 from the surrounding region are welcome. No prior art experience is required.
Questions? Contact us at 218-385-3339 or megan@kulcher.org.
