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Savor the vibrant art scene nestled by the blue waters of Lake Superior.

SEE• Murals – indoors and outdoors• Sculptures – in public buildings, parks and galleries• Art Collections – many public buildings house

historic and contemporary works

SAVOR• Listen to live music• Go to the theater• Enjoy great food, craft beverages and

handmade sweets• Tune in to WTIP Community Radio

EXPLORE• Engage your creative spirit with hands-on

activities, a class, or watch a master artisan at work• Celebrate unique festivals and cultural events

Find the details on all there is to See, Savor and Explore atwww.visitcookcounty.com/arts

along the Lake

Schroeder Tofte Lutsen Grand Marais Grand Portage

Cross River Heritage Center

Kah-Nee-Tah Gallery

Art of the Elements Gallery

Thomsonite Beach Jewelry Shop

North House Folk School

Grand Marais Art Colony

Johnson Heritage Post

Betsy Bowen Gallery & Studios

Yellow Bird Fine Art

Upstate MN

Joy & Company

The Big Lake

Sivertson Gallery

Eight Broadway GalleriesNingii-Ozhitoomin Ojibwe Art Gallery

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Gallery Guide

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P.O. Box 1330 116 West Highway 61 Grand Marais, MN 55604

VisitCookCounty.com

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orth ShoreGallery Guide

Cross River Heritage Center 7932 West Highway 61, Schroeder, MN 218-663-7706 | www.crossriverheritage.org

Operated by Schroeder Area Historical Society, the Cross River Heritage Center has provided gallery space for local and regional artists for over a decade. Gift Shop on premises. Kah-Nee-Tah Gallery4210 West Highway 61, Lutsen, MN 218-387-2585 | www.kahneetah.com

Features Minnesota-made artwork, paintings, photography, Giclee prints, fine silver jewelry, turned wood, glass art and more.

Art of the Elements Gallery at Frykman Art Studio306 County Rd 44, Grand Marais, MN218-387-1949 | www.frykmanart.com

Discover inspired art off the beaten path at our evolving inside/outside gallery. Featuring a selection of artists, a sculpture garden, and the Frykman’s working studio Open Fridays and Saturdays from Memorial Day through early October

Thomsonite Beach Jewelry Shop2920 West Highway 61, Grand Marais, MN 218-387-1532 or 888-387-1532 | www.thomsonite.com

Unique to a narrow picturesque section of Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais lies Thomsonite. Often referred to as “Minnesota’s gemstone”, our Thomsonite is set in creative sterling silver jewelry, or natural in basalt. North House Folk School 500 West Highway 61, Grand Marais, MN888-387-9762 | www.northhouse.org

Offering diverse coursework ranging from sausage making to timber framing. Handcrafted, unique gift items including hand woven birch bark baskets, traditional rosemaling, nalbound hats and mittens. Get inspired by our large collection of craft books.

Grand Marais Art Colony120 West 3rd Avenue, Grand Marais, MN218-387-2737 | www.grandmaraisartcolony.org

A nonprofit art center offering year-round art classes, studio access, and events for all skill levels from novice to professional artist. Visit the Gallery Store featuring local artists and instructors. Check out exhibits and get a tour of printmaking, glass, ceramics and 2D art studios. Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery115 West Wisconsin St., Grand Marais, MN 218-387-2314 | www.johnsonheritagepost.org

The nonprofit art gallery features local, regional and national artists in revolving exhibits, or the Arts of the North, as well as featuring a permanent collection of original art by Anna Johnson, an early 1900s artist. Betsy Bowen Gallery & Studios301 First Avenue West, Grand Marais, MN218-387-1992 | www.woodcut.com

Working art studios and gallery:• Betsy Bowen Studio: woodcuts, books, local pottery • Stephan Hoglund Borderlands Gallery: art jewelry, wedding and portrait photography, www.stephanhoglund.com Yellow Bird Fine Art 101 West Highway 61, Grand Marais MN 55604218-370-8343 | www.yellowbirdfineart.com

Art is a reflection of the human experience, an image or glimpse of life translated by the artist. It is the artist’s goal to share this vision. For over thirty years I have sculpted my visions in stone, silver, and various metals to preserve the purity of Nature’s creation within my creations.

UPSTATE MN, Northwoods Modern16 First Avenue West, Grand Marais, MN218-877-7802 | www.shop-upstate.com

Offering contemporary items created by small makers, designers and artists from Minnesota and beyond. Housewares, gifts, artwork and personal accessories presented with a goal of representing this beautiful region through materials and tones in a modern way.

Joy & Company16 First Avenue West, Grand Marais, MN218-387-1004 | www.joy-and-company.com

Featuring the work of local artists and craftsmen in a historic building. Housing a shared Maker’s Space, Nordic Wooden Ware - www.nordicwoodenware.com, and the definitive source for art supplies. Create - Connect - Collaborate. Serving Indie Makers and Entrepreneurs. The Big Lake12 First Avenue West, Grand Marais, MN 55604www.thebiglakelife.com

The Big Lake is a unique and vibrant shop with wall art, jewelry, ceramics, craft, cards and gifts that reflect the beauty and culture of the North Shore of Lake Superior. Sivertson Gallery14 West Wisconsin Street, Grand Marais, MN218-387-2491 or 1-888-880-4369 |www.sivertson.com

Sivertson Gallery is a destination for art on the North Shore, exhibiting the work of over 60 regional artists in addition to Canadian Inuit and Alaskan Native Art. The gallery focuses on Art of the North inspired 2D, 3D and jewelry that reflects the distinct character of Lake Superior. Eight Broadway Galleries8 Broadway Avenue, Grand Marais, MN 218-387-2044

Working artist studios, demos, watercolor lessons. Local Minnesotan and Canadian artists. Lots of Northwoods images and handcrafted work. Ningii-Ozhitoomin Ojibwe Art Gallery103 Store Road, Grand Portage, MN 218-475-2146

Beadwork, leatherwork, clothing by artist Marcie McIntire and other Native American artisans.

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for the Upper North ShoreGallery Guide Discover more artists, galleries and studios at www.visitcookcounty.com/arts