In the Gallery: Circle of Friends

A Tribute to Cheryl Bannes & Her Creative Community December 2–31, 2025 Reception Sat, Dec 13, 1-3PM

The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is honored to present Circle of Friends, a special gallery exhibition celebrating the work of former Artistic Director Cheryl Bannes and the community of artists who have been part of her creative journey. This meaningful and collaborative show is on view December 2–31, 2025.

Featuring artwork by Cheryl Bannes, Kent Scheer, Sandra Daulton Shaughnessy, Dawn Rossbach, Laura Grisamore, and Brad Wegscheid, the exhibition highlights an engaging mix of painting, collage, mixed media, metal work, and assemblage. Together, these artists create a visual conversation about creative friendship—how inspiration, influence, and shared experience shape a lifelong artistic practice.

Artist Reception – Saturday, December 13 | 1–3 PM

Join us for a special celebration honoring Cheryl Bannes and the artists in her circle. Meet the artists, enjoy light refreshments, and experience the exhibition in a warm and festive atmosphere. Free to attend and open to all!

Exhibition Details

• Title: Circle of Friends
• Artists:
  • Cheryl Bannes, metal work, jewelry, painting
  • Sandra Shaughnessy, ceramics
  • Kent Scheer, metal work, wood
  • Dawn Rossbach, prints, painting
  • Laura Grisamore, photography
  • Brad Wegscheid, ceramics, mixed media
• Dates: December 2–31, 2025
• Reception: Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 1–3 PM
• Location: New York Mills Regional Cultural Center, 24 N Main Ave, NYMills, MN
• Admission: Always free, thanks to the support of members, sponsors, and donors

Cheryl Bannes Artist Bio Cheryl Bannes received a BA and MA in 3D Studio Art and a K-12 teaching certification.   She studied traditional silversmithing, learning to create fine metal items like goblets and bowls, and also studied the history and construction of armor.  She also enjoys painting using cattle markers and oil paint sticks, pastels, watercolor, and mixed media, as well as printmaking and working with recycled metals.  Cheryl is inspired by historical artworks, nature, and the limitless potential of metal.  Cheryl is available for workshops and consignments: cbannes.orts@gmail.com, 406-366-0704. This is an art show celebrating artistic connections, shared support, and the friendships that help creativity grow and flourish, bringing together the work of a group of friends who have supported and inspired each other. After moving across the country to Minnesota, artist Cheryl Bannes was fortunate to meet a wonderful network of local artists whose connections inspired creativity, built a network of support, and created bonds of friendship. Each of the artists in this show is well known throughout the region for their lifelong commitment to art and art education, as well as their high-quality original artwork.              

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2025 Gallery Hours:

• Tuesdays 10AM-5PM
• Wednesdays 10AM-7PM
• Thursdays 10AM-7PM
• Fridays 10AM-5PM
• Saturdays 10AM-3PM

Closed Sundays & Mondays; contact info@kulcher.org for private tours at other times. Please note: LIMITED HOLIDAY HOURS will be announced for December 24 - 31. Check here and on our Facebook page, or give us a call at 218-385-3339.

Questions? Call the Cultural Center at 218-385-3339 or email info@kulcher.org.

This activity is made possible in part by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.