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We're Gathering in Morris — LRAC's 2026 Annual ...

Join us for LRAC's 2026 Annual Meeting!

Celebrate decades of encouraging and supporting the Arts in west-central Minnesota! Lake Region Arts Council invites you to an unforgettable evening at Oyate Hall, University of Minnesota Morris on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 from 5:00–8:00 PM.

The evening includes a social hour with live music, followed by a delicious buffet-style dinner featuring Short Ribs, Lemon & Thyme Chicken, Spelt & Mushroom Risotto, and sides.

Tickets are $30 per person. Registration deadline is Monday, June 30.

Register Here

We're Gathering in Morris — LRAC's 2026 Annual Meeting
Steve Henning
Rooted, Resilient, and Ready for the Future: ...

I found the conference a timely opportunity to connect, learn, and refocus on how we continue to grow resilience and imagination in our sector—especially amid changing landscapes in funding, technology, and community needs. 

Rooted, Resilient, and Ready for the Future: Reflections from the 2025 MCN Annual Conference
Steve Henning
A Year of Growth and Gratitude

As I complete my first year as Executive Director of the Lake Region Arts Council (LRAC), I find myself reflecting on an experience that has been both humbling and inspiring.

A Year of Growth and Gratitude
Steve Henning
FY25 Fall Legacy Grant Announcement

Lake Region Arts Council announces over $122,000 in Fall 2024 Legacy Grants, supporting six individual artists and eleven organizations through funding from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

FY25 Fall Legacy Grant Announcement
Steve Henning
Artists on Main Street Seeking Applications

Lake Region Arts Council and West Central Initiative are now seeking applications from towns of 5,000 or fewer in west central Minnesota.

Artists on Main Street Seeking Applications

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We're Gathering in Morris — LRAC's 2026 Annual Meeting

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We're Gathering in Morris — LRAC's 2026 Annual Meeting

Join us for LRAC's 2026 Annual Meeting!

Celebrate decades of encouraging and supporting the Arts in west-central Minnesota! Lake Region Arts Council invites you to an unforgettable evening at Oyate Hall, University of Minnesota Morris on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 from 5:00–8:00 PM.

The evening includes a social hour with live music, followed by a delicious buffet-style dinner featuring Short Ribs, Lemon & Thyme Chicken, Spelt & Mushroom Risotto, and sides.

Tickets are $30 per person. Registration deadline is Monday, June 30.

Register Here

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Updates to Language for Project and Legacy Grants

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Updates to Language for Project and Legacy Grants

Based on feedback from previous grant applicants, the LRAC Board recently reviewed and refined language regarding the “Need for a Project” portion in the grant application process. By doing this, LRAC hopes to make an even greater impact on the way awarded grants benefit their communities.

 
 

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