Two Rivers Art Fair: Drawn Together

Saturday, July 19th

Join the City of Ramsey and Rumriver Art Center for the Two Rivers Art Fair: Drawn Together! This event will feature local artists, food truck vendors, artist demonstrations, a free art class, AND MORE! Visitors will be able to vote on their favorite artists, with a grand prize for the “People’s Choice Award.”

Creative Corner Craft Workshops at the Anoka County Fair

Tuesday July 22nd – Sunday July 27th

We are excited to partner with the Anoka County Fair to bring you Creative Corner Craft Workshops each day of the fair! The cost is $25 and includes Gate Admission, Craft Supplies, & Instruction. Each class is held in the Open Class Building from 12pm – 2pm. Space is limited so make sure to register early!

2026 Call for Exhibition Proposals

Submission Deadline: 11:59 pm on August 22nd, 2025

Rumriver Art Center is inviting regional artists to apply for solo, duo, or group shows in either of our two galleries. We are a community art center, and our core philosophy is ‘process over product,’ and exhibiting a wide variety of artistic practices and disciplines, no matter the technical skill level or how long they have been creating art. Exhibition proposals may be submitted online until 11:59 pm on August 22nd, 2025. It is FREE to apply.

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Art in Community: A Showcase of Rum River Studio Artists

July 7, 2025

Rumriver Art Center is proud to present Art in Community, a new exhibition featuring work from the Rum River Studio Artists. This show highlights a diverse mix of artistic styles, united by the artists strong community and connection. These artists don’t just share a studio—they share inspiration, encouragement, and a passion for growth through art…. Read More

This short video gives you a sneak peek at all the fun happening at Two Rivers Art Fair on Saturday, July 19th!

May 28, 2025

Visit our event page for full details about the Two Rivers Art Fair —including artist sign-up, event schedule, and how to become a sponsor:🔗 rumriverart.com/art-fair

Art That Speaks from the Heart: Judges’ Top Picks

May 5, 2025

Tell Me a Love Story, group gallery show opens in the Jan Johansen Gallery on May 10th. Don’t miss these powerful stories brought to life through stunning artwork. Featuring over 50 artists exploring love in all its forms, this exhibition takes you on an emotional journey through collage, photography, painting, and more. Each artist shares… Read More

How do I get to Rumriver Art Center and where do I enter for my class?

We have many studio spaces and entrances here at Rumriver Art Center and it can be confusing to figure out which door you need to enter from! Click to check out our Contact, Hours & Directions page to see pictures of the entrances and info on how to get to Rumriver Art Center. CLICK ME for more information!

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Preposterous Portraits: The Uncanny Art of Eric Zuccola

Posted on July 7, 2025

Rumriver Art Center’s 21 Step Gallery is proud to present: Preposterous Portraits. Join us for this solo exhibition by Minneapolis-based mixed media artist Eric Zuccola. Known for his uncanny and thought-provoking works, Zuccola blurs the line between traditional portraiture and surreal invention. His portraits depict faces and places that are almost real—but not quite. Join… Read More