ECRAC and Local Art Events Calendar

Nature works constantly—pollinators fertilize crops, wetlands filter and divert water, fungi and microbes enrich soil—all without cost, contract, or recognition. These unpaid systems quietly sustain our food supply, economy and communities…

"Juxtapostions" in the Freemore Gallery, sponsored by Deb Hoffmeister, features the art of Carole Bersin and Nancy Conger. Carole Bersin is a drawer and painter primarily working in narrative realism with art as a way of processing her…

"Windsongs" in the Underground Gallery, sponsored by Daphne Molnar of Remax/Synergy and Glädje Galleries, features the art of local artist, Barbara VanDell Robinson. In this show, Barbara delves into the tranquil depths of forests and the…

Gain understanding of modeling materials for textured outcomes in 2 dimensional work with Kate Salverda. Acrylic collage is a vibrant and dynamic art form that combines the versatility of acrylic paints with the creative potential of mixed…

Add finishing touches to salt dough map and diamond willow carving. Turn your sketches into watercolor paintings. Group Show and Tell open to the public from 4:45-5:00. Explore the joy, wonder and celebration of Minnesota Art

Bring your Christmas spirit and learn to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind cards to send to friends and family! Students will learn to paint basic holiday motifs and will go home with a finished set of 5 cards with matching envelopes.…

Learn the colors and painting techniques necessary to paint traditional Rosemaling. Students will learn the traditional Norwegian art of Rosemaling on a wooden box. Rosemaling is a traditional Norwegian folk art of decorative painting that…

Learn to create a painting using fabrics like wool and felt. Each student will make a painting with wool using a felt background, felting needles and a wool felting pad. The painting can be framed by the student if they so desire.…

Kids Are Artists, Too! - FREE 4th Saturday Art Class! This inclusive art class is for all ages and abilities. Class begins with a brief, inspiring picture story, and then is followed by an art project. This Month we will be reading Pocket…

Students will learn how to make stained glass via scoring, breaking, copper fooling, and soldering glass. This workshop will give students an overview on stained glass, which products to gather and how to use them, and give a brief…

Join us for our 63rd Songwriters in the round, featuring two duos: Curtis & Loretta & the Roe Family Singers! Admission is Free. Seating is limited, so please arrive early. Minneapolis based "Curtis & Loretta” are a folk singer…

If you’re interested in learning more about the East Central Regional Arts Council (ECRAC) and the grants available to artists living in region 7E use the link below to register for this session.