Duluth Art Institute
Events at this venue
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Art Night Out: Send Flowers
Duluth Art Institute 130 W. Superior St, Suite 400, Duluth, MN, United StatesThis Art Night Out is a one-of-a-kind celebration of communication: a postcard-writing party! Enjoy free snacks and drinks, spend a social evening in the galleries, hear an artist talk with artist duo Cody Paulson and Stephen Pestalozzi, and sit down to draft and send postcards, plucked right off the gallery walls, to your friends and loved ones. Pay what you can, suggested $0-$50. Bring your mailing addresses — all other writing and mailing supplies are included in the exhibition. Funding for this program provided by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council.
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May Free ArtDAI
Duluth Art Institute 130 W. Superior St, Suite 400, Duluth, MN, United StatesA beloved tradition. Stop in for a free, casual, creative art-making afternoon and learn to make simple, fun crafts that can be customized for artists of all ages.
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DAI Annual Member Show Reception
Duluth Art Institute 130 W. Superior St, Suite 400, Duluth, MN, United StatesThe region’s beloved event! The Annual Member Show is a showcase of DAI member artists. All are welcome to celebrate the artists of the Annual Member Show. All attendees vote for the People’s Choice Award, which is announced and awarded later that evening. Thank you to the National Endowment for the Arts and North Shore Bank for sponsoring this event.
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Art Night Out: Fur Trade Nation and Ojibwe Adornment
Duluth Art Institute 130 W. Superior St, Suite 400, Duluth, MN, United StatesExperience Fur Trade Nation, an exhibition that brings the Ojibwe people and the fur trade era to life through the evocative art of Carl Gawboy. Then, explore Ojibwe Adornment by Wendy Savage, where handcrafted beadwork and quillwork honor storytelling traditions and celebrate cultural heritage. Enjoy an evening where past and present meet — through art, conversation, and creativity. Savor light refreshments inspired by traditional Ojibwe foods, take guided gallery tours, and meet the artists behind the work.
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Christmas City of the North Parade Watch Party
Duluth Art Institute 130 W. Superior St, Suite 400, Duluth, MN, United StatesEnjoy Duluth’s beloved holiday parade from the fourth floor of the US Bank Building. Trade the weather, crowds, and parking stress for reserved parking, a cozy spot, a gorgeous wrap-around view of the parade and hillside, jazz music, upscale hors d’oeuvres, beverages, and great company.
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65th Arrowhead Regional Biennial Reception
Duluth Art Institute 130 W. Superior St, Suite 400, Duluth, MN, United StatesStop by the galleries and celebrate the creativity of the 73 artists representing our region in the 65th Arrowhead Regional Biennial, a juried exhibition that serves up a snapshot of our current time and place. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and beverages while exploring this full-gallery exhibition and meeting the artists. Awards will be presented for the three standout pieces selected by juror Wendy Savage.
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Reclaiming: Self, Materials, & Histories
Duluth Art Institute 130 W. Superior St, Suite 400, Duluth, MN, United StatesHow can an old basketball hoop, disintegrating milkweed pod, or paint on reclaimed wood tell us the stories of our own lives and others? Celebrate two exhibitions exploring facets of history and humanity through their unique approaches to reuse of materials at this art reception and artist talk. Heidi Wanzek explores our fragile, evolving place within the cycle of life and death in her show Within the Threshold, while Charvis Harrell reframes history and identity through a Black perspective in his show The Games We Play. Meet the artists, talk about the art, and enjoy an evening out with appetizers and drinks at this Art Night Out.
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DAI Annual Member Show Reception
Duluth Art Institute 130 W. Superior St, Suite 400, Duluth, MN, United StatesThe DAI Annual Member Show (AMS) showcases a diverse range of artistic expressions and mediums. From vibrant paintings and drawings to photography, ceramics, and fiber art, this group exhibition features approximately 250 unique pieces, celebrating the immense talent and creativity of the DAI member artists. During the reception, guests will vote for the People’s Choice Award, which is announced and awarded the same evening. This event also serves as our Annual Members meeting where DAI members may vote on the Board of Director officers and welcome new members.
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