More than 60 artists responded to a call to participate in a statewide exhibition celebrating the arts in North Dakota. Hailing from all corners of the state, visual artists, writers, musicians and videographers submitted work to be included in the exhibition called "ARTS DAKOTA." The exhibit will be at the Memorial Union Art Gallery July 8 to Aug. 27. A closing reception is set for Thursday, Aug. 26, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The gallery will be open until 8 p.m.
The North Dakota Art Gallery Association, New Bohemia, N.D., and the North Dakota Council on the Arts sponsored this exhibition to celebrate the council’s 40th anniversary. The exhibition and its tour were made possible by the North Dakota Art Gallery Association with support from the North Dakota Council on the Arts and the North Dakota State Historical Society.
Focusing exclusively on North Dakota artists, the exhibit showcases many of North Dakota’s finest creative personalities, both professional and amateur.
Visitors to the exhibit can view paintings, drawings, sculpture, ceramics, fiber, jewelry, wood carving, printmaking and read the stories, listen to songs and see video clips. Participating artists make their homes in large and small towns from Beach to Park River, N.D.