River Arts Alliance

MN Star Tribune Hosts Minnesota Matters Winona
2025-05-22 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Minnesota Marine Art Museum, 800 Riverview Dr., Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Free (Space Limited) – RSVP
Winona State University – Solarium Room
175 W Mark St

The Minnesota Star Tribune is visiting communities across the state in May and coming to Winona as a part of its Minnesota Matters tour. Learn more.

Frozen River Film Festival Celebrates 20 Years with New Film Series
2025-05-22 - 2025-05-29, 2025-05-21 - 2025-05-28, 2025-05-20 - 2025-05-27, 2025-05-19 - 2025-05-26, 2025-05-18 - 2025-05-25, 2025-05-17 - 2025-05-24, 2025-05-16 - 2025-05-23, 2025-05-15 - 2025-05-22 and 4 more dates
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This year the Frozen River Film Festival (FRFF) will be celebrating 20 years of bringing documentary films and filmmakers to Winona. The festival begins Sunday, February 9, (You can still get home in time to watch the Super Bowl!) and runs through Sunday, February 16. This year’s event will feature the World Premiere of FRFF’s self-produced documentary, Beneath the Ice: The Frozen River Film Festival Story. Learn more.

May Events At Old Main in Galesville
2025-05-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Old Main Cultural Center, 20869 S College Ave., Galesville, WI, 54630, United States
$10 Adults | $5 students

Old Main | 20869 College Ave, Galesville, WI

Syttende Mai, Norwegian Music and Treats
Sunday, May 18 | 4pm

Don’t miss these exciting events during the month of May at the historic Old Main in Galesville. See all events.

Commonweal Theatre Presents The Angel Next Door
2025-05-18 13:30 - 16:00, 2025-05-17 19:30 - 21:30 | Commonweal Theatre, 208 Parkway Ave. N, Lanesboro, MN, United States
Preview Dates
Saturday, May 17 | 7:30-9:30 pm
Sunday, May 18 | 1:30-3:30 pm
Thursday & Friday | May 22, 23 | 7:30-9:30 pm
Full Run Dates Listed on RAA Event Page
Commonweal Theatre Company
208 Parkway Ave N, Lanesboro, MN
commonwealtheatre.org

Join the Commonweal Theatre Company for Paul Slade Smith’s romantic screwball comedy, The Angel Next Door. Journey to an opulent Newport mansion in 1948, where playwrights, actors, and a star-struck novelist gather to work on their next Broadway hit! (Never mind the housekeeper who wants them gone.) Learn more.

MMAM Shares Annual Report Over Pie and Ice Cream
2025-05-18 13:00 - 14:30
Minnesota Marine Art Museum | 800 Riverview Dr

MMAM invites community members for pie and ice cream at an informal gathering as they share their annual Impact Report… Read more.

Winona Community Chorale Presents Spring Concert “Songs from Across the Pond”
2025-05-17 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Wesley United Methodist Church, 114 W Broadway St., Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Friday, May 16 | 7 pm
Saturday, May 17 | 2 pm
Free-will Offering
Wesley United Methodist Church | 114 W Broadway St.
Winona Community Chorale
The Winona Community Chorale will present its spring concert this weekend. Local Celtic band Patina will join the choir in performing several pieces… Read more.

Clay Workshops at Island City Clayspace
2025-05-17 13:00 - 16:00 | Island City Clayspace, 275 E 3rd St, Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Clay: Planter & Drainage Tray
Saturday, April 5 | 1-4 pm
Clay: Coil-Built Vase
Saturday, May 17 | 1-4 pm
Registration $29 | Materials $15
Island City Clayspace | 275 E 3rd St
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Have fun creating something useful in clay! Island City Clayspace is offering two ceramic workshops this spring, taught by active potter and ceramic sculptor Anne Scott Plummer, a retired Winona State University art professor. Both workshops are for adults and teens aged 14 and older, and include materials, use of tools, and firing. Limited to nine participants. Learn more.

MMAM Workshop: The Sussex Trug - From Boat Design to Garden Gatherer with Jon Swanson
2025-05-17 09:00 - 15:00 | Minnesota Marine Art Museum, 800 Riverview Dr., Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Tuition: $150 | Member Rate: $140
Registration Deadline Saturday, May 10
Minnesota Marine Art Museum | 800 Riverview Dr.
minnesotamarineart.org

Join the traditional woodworking workshop led by MMAM’s own Jon Swanson and learn to craft a timeless, handmade ash wood trug—a versatile, lightweight basket perfect for gardening, flower gathering, or creating unique gift containers. Participants will steam and shape wood, use classic boat-building techniques with copper nails, and create a durable, beautiful vessel that can last for generations. Learn more.

WAC Presents Kevin Ewing Relief Wood Carving Workshop
2025-05-14 17:00 - 20:00 | Winona Arts Center, 228 E 5th St., Winona, MN, 55987, United States
$50 Members | $55 Nonmembers
Ages 16+ | Registration Required
Winona Arts Center | 228 E 5th St.
winonaarts.org

Kevin will begin class by providing a description of the tools and materials used for relief wood carving. Come to class with a design of your own or choose from one of the suggestions available. Students will then carve their designs out of a flat piece of basswood. All materials provided. Class size 10 to 12. No experience necessary. Learn more.

Commonweal Theatre Presents The Half-Life of Marie Curie
2025-05-11 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-05-10 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-05-10 13:30 - 15:30 | Commonweal Theatre, 208 Parkway Ave. N, Lanesboro, MN, United States
Commonweal Theatre Company | 208 Parkway Ave N, Lanesboro, MN
commonwealtheatre.org

Don’t miss this wonderful production of The Half-Life of Marie Curie, directed by Jaclyn June Johnson and featuring Commonweal ensemble members Stela Burdt and Laurie Roberts. The play is based on a true story that illuminates the indomitable power of friendship between two extraordinary scientists. Learn more.

New X Art Ensemble at Broken World Records
2025-05-10 19:00 - 22:00 | broken world records, 265 E 3rd St, Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Three-Night Celebration | May 9-11
Billy X Curmano
New X Art Ensemble
Saturday, May 10 | 8 – 11 pm
Broken World Records | 265 E 3rd St
Billy X Curmano’s New X Art Ensemble plays Saturday evening of the three-night event… Read more.

May Events At Old Main in Galesville
2025-05-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Old Main Cultural Center, 20869 S College Ave., Galesville, WI, 54630, United States
$10 Adults | $5 students

Old Main | 20869 College Ave, Galesville, WI

Family Matters, Doug Mahlum and Family
Saturday, May 10 | 7pm

Don’t miss these exciting events during the month of May at the historic Old Main in Galesville. See all events.

Rochester Area Handbells Performs: Dance, Dance Reverberation
2025-05-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Central Lutheran Church, 259 W Wabasha St., Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Central Lutheran Church
259 W Wabasha St.
The Rochester Area Handbells are coming back to Winona for a free and fun evening of music for the whole family. “Dance, Dance Reverberation” features dance music from around the world … and dancing in the aisles is encouraged! Learn more.

Mid West Music Fest Features RAA Members’ Exhibit at Engage Winona
2025-05-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Engage Winona, 119 E 3rd St., Winona, MN, 55987
Exhibit Reception During Music Fest
Saturday, May 10 | 10 am – 4 pm
Extended Exhibit May 1-31
Engage Winona | 119 E 3rd St
Catch the RAA Members’ Exhibit throughout the month of May with a special reception during Mid West Music Fest Saturday, May 10, from 10 am to 4 pm… Read more.

RAA to participate in Mid West Music Fest Activities
2025-05-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Engage Winona, 119 E 3rd St., Winona, MN, 55987
Engage Winona | 119 E 3rd St
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River Arts Alliance (RAA) has announced it will coordinate music and arts activities in partnership with organizers of the Mid West Music Fest. RAA will showcase musicians, visual artists, and provide makers workshop activities on location at the Engage Winona space (119 E 3rd St) from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday, May 10. There will also be an exclusive opportunity for RAA member visual artists to display their work during the Festival and throughout the entire month of May. Learn more.
