Free art for kids Join us in your parks Dates & locations vary The Cultural Center’s ‘Art in Your Park’ program returns to YOUR parks in New York Mills and Wadena this summer! Join us in the great outdoors for a variety of fun art projects for...
Youth Ballet Classes Return! Fall 2021 6-week Session September 8 – October 13 We are excited to once again offer Youth Ballet through a partnership with Roots & Wings Wellness at the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center on Wednesday afternoons this this...
Community Art Event Wednesday, June 2, 2021 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. @ NYM Sculpture Park / Barn Spring into Summer with the Cultural Center and many artist, business, and community partners at this fun and family-friendly community art event! Join us at the New York...
In the Gallery Photography by Jamie Robertson Free to See & Open to All Now through May 22, 2021 Artist Reception Friday, May 7 The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is featuring in its gallery the photographs of Jamie Robertson of Wadena, MN from April 21...
28th Great American Think-Off Philosophy Essay Contest Live Debate June 12, 2021 These four writers were selected as the top essayists answering the 28th annual Think-Off question, “Which is more important: to win or to play by the rules?” These four...
Did you know that April is National Poetry Month? Join us for a Day of Poetry on Wednesday, April 7 at the Cultural Center! 5-6 pm: OPEN MIC for all poets and spoken word artists. 6-7 pm: Artist in residence Tim Rogers will present a live reading of his work, with an...
Join the UMN Extension Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships (RSDP) for a series of workshops that dive deep into action you can take to create a welcoming community in Greater Minnesota. Hear from community leaders, businesses, and arts and cultural...
The New York Mills Arts Retreat is currently accepting applications for August – December 2021 artist residencies. The Arts Retreat program offers self-funded 2-6 week solo residencies for selected artists in all disciplines. A small house and studio access are...
2021 Great American Think-Off Essays due April 1st The Great American Think-Off, now in its 28th year, is an annual philosophy contest held in New York Mills, MN (population 1,224), and hosted by the Cultural Center in New York Mills. This year’s question once again...
Tuesday, April 20, 2021 @ 5:30pm Join the Cultural Center Board of Directors and Staff at the 2021 Annual Meeting of the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center (NYMRCC). All are invited and encouraged to attend this meeting! The agenda will include: 2020 Annual...
Spring 2021 Workshops Join us for these arts learning experiences at the Cultural Center this Spring! COVID safety guidelines observed, including masks, distancing, and limited attendance (see below for maximums per session). Pre-registration is required — just...
Explore Finnish folk music with Kardemimmit in a special lives concert on Tuesday, March 16 at 7:00pm CT. The concert will be livestreamed via Facebook and YouTube and will be streamed for limited in-person viewing at the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center. RSVP...
Come celebrate the return of the sun as the days get longer and we enter the spring season! What: “Celebrate the Sun” Spring Equinox community art event! Fun for all ages, some free art activities, some paid art activities (pre-registration requested, see below), food...
Join us for a special conversational Coffee Hour with Finnish folk ensemble Kardemimmit on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 10am CT. This conversation is presented by the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center and Arts Midwest as part of Kardemimmit’s weeklong digital...
New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is now showing in its gallery “Wood Interpretations.” This gallery exhibit features the art of 3 regional woodworkers: Dick Dubord of Dent, MN, Dick Skauge of Lake Park, MN, and Barry Kutzer of Fargo, ND. These...
Travel Experience to FINLAND! UPDATE DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS See below for details UPDATE AS OF 7/12/21: Finland is not accepting visitors from the US. Trip rescheduled to 2022. Click for Finland 2022 Info > Announcing our 2nd “Window to the World”...
Join us Thursday, February 18th, 7-8pm, for a film showing of There Is Only Us by photographer and storyteller John Noltner, previously an artist-in-residence at the Center. We will also show a video interview with John to learn a little more about his work. The film...
Second Thursdays from 12-1pm $5 fee for supplies Add creativity to your day! Art for Lunch continues in Spring 2021! Join us for this monthly creative break to learn about a new art form and make your own creation. Adaptations are in place for COVID-19 safety:...
Stop by our gallery, open Wednesday-Saturday (view hours), to see our newest gallery exhibit, One Word. Welcome to “ One Word” This show is an expression of words that have been used to describe 2020. It is a visual interpretation of feelings and reactions to...
We are excited to once again offer Youth Ballet with Leona Cichy at the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center on Wednesday afternoons this winter/spring for K-4th graders. Ballet classes will be limited to 8 children per class to maintain physical distancing. Masks...
Writer Tatiana Duvanova stayed at our artist house during her residency with the Cultural Center January 2-24. During her time in New York Mills she worked on one of her novels tentatively titled, “A Lantern in the Sky.” About the Author Tatiana is a...
28th Annual Think-Off Question Announced January 1, 2021 The Great American Think-Off, now in its 28th year, is an annual philosophy contest held in New York Mills, MN (population 1,224), and hosted by the Cultural Center in New York Mills. This year’s question once...
Mind Your Business celebrates New York Mills businesses and people. The gallery show is set up in three sections, past, present and future. There are many vintage photos of businesses, people and places; new photos and stories of current businesses and a place for...
Looking to score some more deals on unique items from our gift shop? We have the following after-Christmas sales planned! Help us clean out our inventory for the New Year! Christmas Eve Sale Thursday, December 24: open 10am-2pm 10% off all winter gift boxes After...
We are now offering shipping options on a few select items–perfect for your last-minute holiday gifting! Shipping Cost: USPS 1st class $5 (typically 2-3 days) USPS Priority $9 (typically 1-3 days) Ready to purchase? Give us a call at 218-385-3339 to purchase and...
We have so many fun and unique handmade items in our gift shop! Been meaning to stop by and find some treasures for your Christmas gifts? Now we’ve made it easy for you to browse some of our inventory online! SHOP THE STORE >
Check out our virtual concert for the Longest Night festival! Watch now > The Longest Night Festival is an annual event we look forward to every year. While it may be cold and dark outside, inside the Cultural Center there’s an energy and music that warms our...
Join us for an adapted, outdoor, and family-friendly event held on the Winter Solstice at the NYM Sculpture Park on Monday, December 21, 2020 from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Just a reminder that we will be closed for the month of January, and reopening on Wednesday, February 3. This is a time for us to take a breather, be present, and reset for a productive and successful New Year. See you soon! -Cultural Center Staff
Due to COVID-19, we will be postponing our weekly sit-n-stick group until February. We look forward to seeing you in the New Year! Call 218-385-3339 with any questions.
Shop Small in 2020! Deals on iittala Finnish glass, candy, coffee, syrup & more! Open Black Friday 10-5 & Small Business Saturday 10-3 This year is projected to be the biggest online shopping year yet for holiday gift giving. Remember your favorite local shops...
Back by Popular Demand! Locally Sourced Gift Sets Prices range from $5 – $30 Ready to Grab & Gift! Back by popular demand are our convenient Winter Gift sets! These are fun and super cute gift collections ranging from succulents, gift certificates, small...
Annual Artist Bazaar Open to All Wednesday 11/18 – Saturday 11/21! Members Only Sneak Peek Tuesday, Nov 17, 5-7PM! All are invited to our 11th annual Artist Bazaar! We are excited to once again host this annual artist event to bring unique, handmade gifts to...
The NYM Regional Cultural Center celebrates Give to the Max Day 2020! #GTMD20 is a full day dedicated to supporting MN non-profits and schools! #GiveWhereYouLiveMN Give to the Max is a statewide outpouring of support for thousands of nonprofits and schools across...
Update 5/18/21: The Cultural Center continues to follow guidance from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Protection (CDC). Thanks for your patience as we do our best to follow guidelines, keep staff healthy, and welcome...
Arts Learning Workshop Wed, Nov 11 @ 7-9PM Learn about Pour Painting! UPDATE 11/10: CLASS CANCELED DUE TO LACK OF REGISTRANTS. WE PLAN TO RESCHEDULE IN THE SPRING. Join us for this fun & fast workshop with local artist and CC programs director Cheryl Bannes! Learn...
The Americans for the Arts Action Fund presents its ArtsVote “Make Your Vote Count” campaign and pledge with artwork designed by renowned contemporary artist and Americans for the Arts Artists Committee member Shepard Fairey, as well as customized voter fact sheets...
Live World Music Thursday, November 5, 2020 @ 7:00-8:00 p.m. Held @ NYM Cultural Center Join us at the Cultural Center for live world music by renowned musicians Issam Rafea and Gao Hong. This concert is an “adapted in-person event” which will follow...
Weekly Fiber Artists’ Gathering Now on Thursdays! @ 6:00 – 7:15 p.m. Beginning on Thursday, September 10, 2020, Sit n Stitch is BACK! This weekly fiber arts gathering offers time and space for some fiber fun weekly on Thursdays from 6:00 – 7:15 p.m....
Live Music Outdoors! Friday, October 9, 2020 @ 6:30 PM Join us at the New York Mills Sculpture Park / The Barn located at the intersection of Highway 10 and Highway 67 in New York Mills on Friday, October 9th, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. for an unforgettable evening of live...
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Window to the World Finland 2026: Workshops & Experiences
Clayton Ryan Duo Concert 4/30/26
Crepe Paper Flower Workshop 5/2/26
Morning with Megan Spring Series 2026
Art for Lunch Winter/Spring 2026
Lotería Night 5/9/26
Celebrating Cultures 2026
Berry Basket Weaving Workshop 5/23/26
NYMRCC Teen Art Club
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Zach Thomas Concert 4/18/26
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Jordan Messerole Concert 3/14/26
Aaron Simmons Concert 3/27/26
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Hygge Market 2026
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2026 MSHSL High School Art Show
In the Gallery: TACTILE: Fiber Art + Interaction
2026 Great American Think-Off Weekend
2025 Great American Think-Off Honorable Mentions
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2024 Great American Think-Off Results