SEMAC Announces Individual Artist Grant Awards | |
Young participants of the Flourish Summer Camp perform at DreamAcres Farm in Spring Valley, MN | |
Congratulations to Recent
Individual Artist Grant Recipients
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On September 17, 2024, the Board of Directors of the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council awarded $121,790 total to 14 emerging and 16 advancing artists. At this same meeting, they approved two School Residency grants.
We look forward with excitement to following their creative projects!
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SEMAC Needs Assessment Survey:
We Want Your Feedback!
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SEMAC is conducting a comprehensive needs assessment to better serve southeastern Minnesota. Your feedback is invaluable in shaping our future programs, grants, and initiatives. Whether you're an artist, arts organization, educator, or arts enthusiast, your insights will help us enhance our support for the arts across the region. The survey takes about 7 minutes to complete. We deeply appreciate your time and thoughtful responses.
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2024 Artist Development
Workshop Series
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Managing an Arts Co-op/Collective
Thursday, October 3 | 6-8p
Mantorville Art Guild & Online
Mantorville, MN
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What is an arts co-op or collective, and what does it entail to create and sustain one? Hear from panelists with experience managing art co-ops/collectives. Find out more about the creation of these groups, how they might benefit your artistic community, or how to find an art collective near you and become involved!
This series is offered as a FREE opportunity for professional and amateur artists of all artistic disciplines to increase their learning on a variety of topics, as well as engage in networking, resource sharing and socialization amongst creative peers throughout the region! All workshops will be available in-person and through Zoom.
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The Arts in Autumn!
October's Capstone Events:
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Explore the many SEMAC-funded capstone events throughout October. | |
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2024 Winona-Dakota Gathering
Saturday, October 5 | 7:30a-6p
Sunday, October 6 | 7:30a-2p
Unity Park
Winona, MN
The Winona-Dakota Gathering will include opportunities for cross-cultural sharing, community meal, activities for children, drum and dance, vendors, community resource tables, local organization information booths, and more.
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Pictures at An Exhibition
Sunday, October 6 | 4p
Rochester Art Center
Rochester, MN
This concert features two new chamber music works by David Kassler, including "Pictures at an Exhibition" with live dance and audience participation. Audience members will be asked to draw pictures or write words that come to mind during the performance. These will be posted at the end of the program.
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Studio ARTour 2024
Friday, October 4 | 4p-8p*
Saturday, October 5 | 10a-6p
Sunday, October 6 | 10a-5p
Multiple Studios
Northfield, Dundas, & Faribault, MN
Studio ARTour of South Central MN celebrates its 20th year. The 2024 tour features 18 locations and 33 artists. Most studios showcase several artists working in different media. The artists are glad to answer questions and provide information about the art, and many of the studios will have demonstrations.
*Some studios open
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2024 Sandbar Storytelling
Festival
October 10-12 | Times Vary
Saint Mary's University
Winona, MN
Sandbar Storytelling Festival is a three-day, all-ages festival providing exciting performances and compelling chronicles amidst the breathtaking beauty of Winona, MN. Come celebrate and preserve the power and pleasure of our varied cultural traditions and human experiences.
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John Marshall Identity Project:
Piecing Together OUR Legacy
Saturday, October 12 | 4p-7p
John Marshall High School
Rochester, MN
Join us for the John Marshall Fall Festival and catch a sneak peak of the JM Mural Installation. This is a great opportunity to see the art in-progress and get a true feel for the massive size & beauty of this mural.
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Textile Art -
A Multicultural Tapestry
Wednesday, October 16 | 4:30p-6p
Intercultural Mutual Assistance Association
Board Room
Rochester, MN
Join artist Mary Beth Magyar for an interactive art experience for IMAA's Walk Around the World event! Create ceramic beads and contribute to a community weaving project that celebrates our diverse cultures. No artistic experience needed - all ages and abilities welcome. Your handiwork will become part of a permanent multicultural tapestry displayed in IMAA's lobby, accompanied by multilingual descriptions.
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Where Did That Idea Come From? The Stories Behind the Stories You Read
Saturday, October 19 | 10a
Red Wing Public Library
Red Wing, MN
In this presentation, author Catherine Friend will share one example of how a group of ideas - a hoax, a missing manuscript, and a secret staircase - can become a novel.
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Photo Essay:
Anti-Intellectualism in Minnesota
Tuesday, October 22 | 5:30p-7p
PossAbilities
Rochester, MN
Photographer Richard Swanson examines the theme of anti-intellectualism in Minnesota through a series of film photography, interactive workshops, and inclusive collaborations. This multi-faceted initiative aims to spark dialogue, foster creativity, and bridge divides through visual storytelling.
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Kinky Boots
October 25, 26 | 7p
October 27 | 2p
October 31 | 7p
November 1 | 6p (On the Heels of Halloween Drag Event)
November 2 | 7p
Rochester Civic Theatre
Rochester, MN
Kinky Boots is the big-hearted musical extravaganza that won six Tonys, including Best Musical, with music by pop icon Cyndi Lauper, and book by four-time Tony winner Harvey Fierstein.
Presented by Calliope Theatre.
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SEMAC is committed to building bridges and nurturing meaningful relationships. We are seeking artists, arts professionals, and arts enthusiasts to join our Arts Advisory Panel and Board of Directors. The Panel is responsible for reviewing grant applications and making funding recommendations to the Board.
If you or someone you know is interested in applying for these service opportunities, please follow these links for more information:
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SEMAC activities are made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Minnesota State Arts Board thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund. | | | | |
