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Unmentioned muralist is Wabasha resident

Jul 22, 2026

To illustrate a story on what life might have been like in Lake City at the time the Declaration of Independence was signed, a source for the story recommended a mural at the Wabasha Public Library. The story included a photo of a section of the mural, but at least one reader was dismayed to see...

'Be a Light' mural brightens basement at Lincoln High School

Jul 1, 2026

Colin Atkinson, art teacher at Lincoln High School, once again sent some promising art students to Mark Henry’s Buildings and Grounds Director’s ofﬁce and custodial breakroom to generate ideas for a mural to brighten up the space. In recent years, the basement of the 1930’s building has been a...

Library offers spring wreath class

Mar 4, 2026

The Lake City Public Library (LCPL) invites anyone age 16 and up to register for a free art class on Saturday, April 11, 10 a.m. Minnesota artist Stephanie Gard Buss returns to the LCPL to guide participants in creating a unique spring-themed mini floral wreath using natural wood beads and vintage...

Library presents Joy Labs with artist Sarah Johnson on Oct. 2

Sep 24, 2025

The Lake City Public Library is happy to offer a new program led by community engaged artist Sarah Johnson from The Joy Labs: Creativity, Connection, Community on Thursday, October 2 at 6 p.m. Participants will learn a little about the power of creativity and will create some fun art. This class...

Library offers fall art programs

Sep 3, 2025

The Lake City Public Library is happy to offer a wide variety of art programs for ages 16 and up this fall. In September we have an introductory candle making class covering the basics of selecting materials and adding fragrances. In October, we’re hosting Community Engaged Artist Sarah Johnson...

Flamenco dance kicks off series at Lake City Area Arts

Apr 30, 2025

Lake City Area Arts is presenting a new performance series for 2025 called Celebrating World Cultures Through the Arts. “This series will bring dancing, music, food and other art forms from across the globe to Lake City and communities in the surrounding region to enjoy,” Lake City Area Arts said...

Local artists get SEMAC grants

Mar 19, 2025

Two Lake City area artists—Kate Bauman and Dawn Mikkelson—are among the recipients of individual artists grants announced the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council on March 11. Kate Bauman received a $5,000 Advancing Artist Grant for “Surfaces for Sculptural Clay Forms.” “The focus of my project is...

Library to host sea glass snowman art class with local artist Suzie Spain

Jan 15, 2025

The Lake City Public Library invites people ages 16 and up to a free art class on Tuesday, Jan. 28, at 2 p.m. Local resident Suzie Spain will guide participants in creating a sea glass snowman. Participants will create artwork featuring a small snowman made from locally sourced sea glass with...

Library announces art project events for ages 16 and up

Dec 18, 2024

The Lake City Public Library (LCPL) invites members of the public ages 16-plus to register for a variety of free, fun, and creative art programs this spring at the Lake City Public Library. Local resident Suzie Spain is offering two classes this winter/spring: • Seaglass Snowman class is on...

Zmuda’s ‘SKIM’ is part of water-themed gallery exhibit

Sep 18, 2024

A Lake City artist is part of an upcoming exhibition centered around the theme of water at Gallery 332 in the Northrup King Building in Minneapolis. Lake City Area Arts Board Member Lisa Zmuda’s large painting titled “SKIM” will be featured. Titled “Water: A Vital Force,” the show invites...

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