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Gallery spaces available through Northwest Minnesota Arts Council 

Supporting, and promoting  local artists is one of the main missions of the Northwest Minnesota Arts council, and one way that they promote local artists is by offering galllery spaces for them to show off their work. NWMAC Director Mara Hanel says they currently have two spaces that are being used, and she encourages you…
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January 28, 2026 0

NWMAC seeking submissions for Annual Art Exhibit 

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) is currently seeking submissions from local artists for their annual Art Exhibit. NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about this year’s Exhibit, and what they’re looking for.  While the event is in Warroad, Hanel says the NWMAC is seeking submissions from artists all across Northwest Minnesota.  To…
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January 22, 2026 0

Support a local artist this Holiday Season 

The Holidays season has arrived, which means that many people are starting to purchase their Christmas gifts, or are planning their Holiday events. Mara Hanel of the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council says if you are looking for final touch to your holiday event, or are looking for that perfect gift, consider supporting one of our…
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November 12, 2025 0

Grants available through the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council 

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) is currently accepting grant applications from local government entities, through the end of the week. NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about these grants and how you can apply.  Hanel says the NWMAC is also accepting applications from individual artists in need of funding.  To apply for…
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October 28, 2025 0

Art grant applications being accepted by the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council 

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) is now accepting grant applications from area government entities, and nonprofits. NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about these grants, and how they can be used.  If you’ve never written a grant before or would just like help during the process, Hanel says they will also be…
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July 1, 2025 0

Northwest Minnesota Arts Council announces “Of the Year” award winners 

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council has announced their three “Of the Year” award winners. Northwest Minnesota Arts Council Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about their “Of the Year” awards, and more about the recipient of their first award “Artist of the Year”.  The second of three awards given out by the Northwest Minnesota…
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April 30, 2025 0

Nonprofit Art Grants now open through Northwest Minnesota Arts Council 

Applications are open for arts grants for nonprofit arts organizations through the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council. (NWMAC)  NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about these grants, and the different kinds of things they can fund.  Hanel says this grant offers a perfect opportunity for new applicants and organizations to start new events, because…
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January 30, 2025 0

Grants Available to individuals through Northwest Minnesota Arts Council

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council is currently accepting grants from individual artists, but the deadline is fast approaching. Northwest Minnesota Arts Council Director Mara Hanel tells us more about this grant, and who’s eligible.  Hanel says grants can be used to pay for a number of things from special trainings to supplies.  Hanel says the…
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October 31, 2024 0

Local Artists on display at Northland Community College 

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) is opening The Portrait Gallery at Northland Community College in Thief River now through September 30, and it features four local artists from across Northwest Minnesota. NWMAC Showcase Specialist Trey Everett tells us more about the gallery, and what kind of works are on display.  Everett also told us…
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August 16, 2024 0

Northwest MN Arts Council nonprofits and government grants deadline is Wednesday 

If you’re a Minnesota government entity or non profit looking to apply for grants through the The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council’s you better hurry as their nonprofit and government grants deadline is Wednesday. NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more.  For more information go to northwestminnesotaartscouncil.org. 


July 30, 2024 0