We have many miles and many hearings to go in both the House and Senate to protect arts funding in the context of this year's state budget deficit. It makes our activism during Arts Action Week Feb. 16-29 even more important.
Announcements, Artist Opportunity, Arts Community, Staff Update
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
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.
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.
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.
