News & Events
Reading at the Book Shelf Marking 40 Years Since the Fall of Saigon
The Laureate Writers Series will present readings from the “Black April” issue of the Lost Lake Folk Opera magazine marking 40 years since the Fall of Saigon. The presentation will…
GRSF and MMAM Host 3rd Annual Valentine’s Bash
Great River Shakespeare Festival (GRSF) and Minnesota Marine Art Museum (MMAM) are once again joining forces to host their Third Annual Valentine’s Bash on Saturday, February 13 from 6:00-10:00 p.m.…
Bernadette Mahfood, Rest in Peace
The following was written by Vicki Englich: By now, I’m sure most of you have learned that Bernadette Mahfood has passed away. I have been struggling to find words worthy…
Top 10 Reasons Boys Should Dance Too
submitted by Jamie Schwaba, Managing Director of Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts Boys don’t always flock to the dance floor, but they should. Here are 10 reasons why: #10.…
The Art of Fine Furniture
On Exhibit June 20 – July 31, 2015 at the Winona County History Center, Free Admission! “The Art of Fine Furniture” is an exhibit for showcasing works of regional and…
HBC Fence Art Project
River Arts Alliance has been working with Hiawatha Band Communications to install artwork on their fence. RAA received a $10,000 Legacy grant from SEMAC to do the first 60 feet…
Still Grateful After All These Years
During a conversation about how people develop a deep appreciation of the visual arts, Andy Maus asked me about my experience. As I thought about it, I realized that my…
Creativity Takes Practice
I was scheduled to have rotator cuff surgery in early January. When discussing this with the doctor, I asked him, “Doctor, will I be able to play the piano after…
An art-filled life
A friend asked me about art opportunities for her son (who spent his morning making masks)… and I said: There are some venues around here that offer art opportunities. We…
The ART of Fine Furniture
Art: “The expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty…
“The Year of the New” at MMAM
2013 is “The Year of the New” at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum (MMAM) in Winona, and it is about to reach its crest! Here is a little summary of an…
Family Art Day Extravaganza
The River Arts Alliance and Winona Parks & Rec are happy to announce the sixth year of the FAMILY ART DAY Extravaganza to be held on Saturday September 7, 10am…
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