Northfield Arts Guild

Virtual Artist Reception for "I Know I'm Home When"
2021-04-29 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | MN
We held a live, Virtual Artist Reception to celebrate the artists in the “I Know I’m Home When…” exhibition on Thursday, April 29 from 6:30-7:30 pm. Attendees were able to ask questions of the artists, and see a slideshow of artwork while hearing from participating artists.
WATCH A RECORDING OF THE VIRTUAL RECEPTION
Questions? email heather@northfieldartsguild.org

Inspired by audio testimonies recorded by Cecilia Cornejo and her multiplatform project The Wandering House, the exhibition I Know I’m Home When… harnesses the power of community to interrogate notions of belonging through a variety of media.
At the heart of the I Know I’m Home When… exhibition is a Community Quilt comprised of quotes gleaned from audio testimonies recorded by Northfield residents in 2019 through The Wandering House project. All the quotes respond to the prompt “I Know I’m Home When…” and were carefully embroidered by 60 community members—embroidery artists and enthusiasts alike—working in close collaboration with Cecilia Cornejo. The participants in this project met periodically over Zoom to exchange embroidery tips, techniques, and ideas and in so doing, created a place of joy and connection at a time marked by isolation and uncertainty.
I Know I’m Home When… also includes the work of artists working in painting, photography, time-based media, artist books, ceramics, and prints. As a whole the show offers multiple points of entry for audiences to reflect and envision ways to create places where everyone feels heard, seen, and valued.
Featured regional artists: Allison Albright (painting), Cecilia Cornejo (social practice, public art, time-based media), Megan Dwyer (prints), Toni Easterson (artist books), Gail Gates (photography), Hannah Hamalian (time-based media), Thomas Hardy (painting), Riki Kölbl Nelson (painting), Joanna Manning (ceramics), Heriberto Rosas (photography and time-based media) and Ian Turnage-Butterbaugh (photography).
The Embroidery Project/Community Quilt participants: Connie Albers, Molly Andrews, Katie Arnold, Louisa Ballinger, Debra Beck, Vanessa Bodrie, Annie Boehm, Laurel Bradley, Cecilia Cornejo Sotelo, Suzanne Daehlin, Patsy Dew, Angelique Dietz, Joan Ennis, Kristina Felbeck, Cortney Fischer, Lucy Gonzáles Mirón, Clarice Grenier Grabau, Hannah Hamalian, Patricia Johnson, Margit Carson Johnson, Jessica Keating, Brenda Keilen, Alec Lavoi, Heather Lawrenz, Virginia Lorang, Arielle Loy, Diane Lyman, Kellie Lyman, Allie Lyman, Natalia Marchan, Kristal McNamara, Amy Merritt, MurphyKate Montee, Ayaka Moriyama, Gaby Muñoz, Liora Newman, Kate Niemisto, Chely Og, Jacque Oman Clinton, Kristin Partlo, Jessica Peterson White, Wendy Placko, Wanda Playter, Mary Jean Roberts, Lorraine Rovig, Emily Scharf, Jacyn Schmidt, Anna Schumacher, Lisa Sexton, Yemi Shin, Marja Steinberg, Betty Suárez, Jean Vick, Jennifer Welbaum, Candace Wilkinson, Jennifer Williams Toth, Erica Zweifel and Christof Zweifel + Cindy Starkey Robinson, expert quilter.

Cecilia Cornejo is an inaugural recipient of the 2020 McKnight Fellowship for Community-Engaged Artists. Her work has been funded in part by the McKnight Foundation and by the Public Works Initiative at Carleton College.
Cecilia Cornejo is a fiscal year 2021 recipient of a Creative Support for Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

2020-21 Gallery Season Sponsor:

NHS Honors Art Show Opens
2021-05-19 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
UNCOVER THE BEAUTY NHS HONORS ART SHOW

MAY 19-JUNE 5, 2021

The Northfield Arts Guild is proud to host this annual spring exhibition of artworks by students in Katherine Norrie’s Northfield High School Honors Art class.

Experience the stellar artwork in a variety of media by: Caroline Ash, Gina Bradford, Rachael Braun, Libby Brust, Kelsie Closson, Ayden Cole, Jason Gonzalez, Ella Homan, Kylie Hoover, Emma Johnson, Ashley Marcial Rodriguez, Ally Mikulecky, Laura Rezac, Annie Sanders & Marta Sorenson.

Join us for a live, virtual Artist Reception on Thursday, May 27 from 6:30-7:30 pm to celebrate artists in our Uncover the Beauty exhibition. Attendees will be encouraged to ask questions of the artists, and see a slideshow of artwork, while hearing from participating artists.
Register in advance for this webinar
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3guEBlwDTYOdhE2QV3-AiQ
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Questions? Email heather@northfieldartsguild.org

2020-21 Gallery Season Sponsor:

Live from the Guild Theater featuring Andy Flory
2021-05-21 20:30 - 21:00 | MN
MAY 21, 8:30 PM
ANDY FLORY

Andrew Flory is a musicologist and musician from Northfield. He has played locally as a member of the Counterfactuals and leads the elusive trio Tower Soudan. When armed with a simple acoustic guitar or piano, Flory offers a quirky but direct take on indie, Americana and folk that lands somewhere near the intersection of Elliot Smith and John Denver. As an academic, he is an expert on the music of Motown and the author of the top-selling history of rock textbook in the U.S., and is currently writing a book about Marvin Gaye. He is well-versed in Gaye’s catalog, and has produced a number of historical reissues of material by the Motown legend. His day job is a professor post at Carleton College. Flory produces most of his own records and has also worked behind the desk for local groups like Sam Ryden and Matt Arthur and the Bratlanders.
Live from the Guild Theater is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund.

WATCH THE LIVE CONCERT

During these challenging times, your support has tremendous impact! In celebration of this concert, please consider a donation to the Northfield Arts Guild.

Virtual Spring Dance Concert 2021
2021-05-25 16:00 - 17:00 | MN
Join us for our annual Spring Dance Concert – virtually! You’ll enjoy videos featuring pieces from our Ballet and Folklorico classes – help us celebrate the hard work our students have put into dancing this year! The concert will premiere on the Guild’s YouTube channel at 4 pm on Tuesday, May 25th.

Honors Art Virtual Artist Reception
2021-05-27 18:30 - 19:30 | MN
We held a virtual Artist Reception on Thursday, May 27 from 6:30-7:30 pm to celebrate artists in our Uncover the Beauty exhibition. Attendees were encouraged to ask questions of the artists, and see a slideshow of artwork, while hearing from participating artists.
WATCH A RECORDING OF THE VIRTUAL RECEPTION
UNCOVER THE BEAUTY NHS HONORS ART SHOW

MAY 19-JUNE 5, 2021

The Northfield Arts Guild is proud to host this annual spring exhibition of artworks by students in Katherine Norrie’s Northfield High School Honors Art class.

Experience the stellar artwork in a variety of media by: Caroline Ash, Gina Bradford, Rachael Braun, Libby Brust, Kelsie Closson, Ayden Cole, Jason Gonzalez, Ella Homan, Kylie Hoover, Emma Johnson, Ashley Marcial Rodriguez, Ally Mikulecky, Laura Rezac, Annie Sanders & Marta Sorenson.

2020-21 Gallery Season Sponsor:

INSIDE/OUTSIDE Opens
2021-06-10 | MN
INSIDE/OUTSIDE

June 10-July 10, 2021

This exhibition features four regional artists: Lonnie Broden, John Ehresmann, Jay Johnson, and Gunnar Van Guilder who will present works in collage, polymer sculpture, photography, and paintings which examine compelling indoor and outdoor settings.
Through a variety of approaches, the artists in this exhibition explore themes of nature, shelter, history and human impact using representational and abstract methods. This exhibition invites viewers to reflect on how the natural world and human-made environments affect our sense of place.

We Are Family! -- Welcome Back Celebration
2021-09-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Join the Northfield Arts Guild on Saturday, September 25 at 6:00pm at the Guild Theater (411 3rd Street West) for a night of refreshments, entertainment, and community. Visit the theater and see our recent building improvements, mingle with other Guild members and patrons, renew your Guild membership, purchase tickets, and hear more about the upcoming theater season (including readings from the shows). This event will be held both outdoors and inside the theater. Proof of vaccination is required at this event. Come see familiar faces and meet new friends as we welcome you to our 62nd season of live theater!

The Cactus Blossoms
2021-11-20 19:30 - 22:00 | Armory Square, 519 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
You won’t find clashing sibling rivalry in the smooth tones of the Cactus Blossoms. Instead, these brothers blend their voices in a perfect harmony that will have you swaying along. Originally from Minneapolis, brothers Page Burkum and Jack Torrey are bringing their sound to Northfield. So grab someone special and get ready to tap your feet and clap your hands to the smooth sounds of the Cactus Blossoms.

Opening for the Cactus Blossoms is Northfield resident, Jon Manners. Playing since ’57, Jon Manners recorded with Rolling Stones impresario/producer Andrew Loog Oldham in the early ’70s. Now living in Northfield, he gigs solo in Southern and Central Minnesota. “Jon Manners’ sound is unmistakable, combining the bounce of funk, the passion of soul, the thoughtfulness of jazz, the story telling of folk and the joy of rock ‘n roll.” –Rich Larson, KYMN Radio 95.1

Tickets at www.northfieldartsguild.org or 507-645-8877. Vaccines and masks are required.

2021 Winter Walk
2021-12-09 12:00 - 21:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
The FCC will be open extended hours during Winter Walk.

Rainbows and Rhinestones... One Night Only with Mrs. Moxie
2022-06-03 19:30 - 21:00 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Mrs. Moxie is a local country drag housewife that resides here in Northfield Minnesota. In this show she will take you on an adventure by sharing stories and life experiences, along with a little dancing and lip-syncing. This one night only event is filled with music, dance and comedy that celebrates individuality along with self-acceptance. Life is always about finding yourself and sometimes there is a rainbow waiting for you. No matter what happens in life just remember to let your Rhinestones shine for others and yourself.
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Or click the “website” link below!

Christmas at the Rainbow Diner
2023-12-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
MRS. MOXIE AND LEXI D. ARE BACK FOR ANOTHER HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA WITH FABULOUS SPECIAL GUESTS! JOIN US FOR A JOYOUS NIGHT OF HOLIDAY CHEER AND HILARITY.
IT’S CHRISTMAS AND THEY ARE SNOWED IN AT THE DINER….WHAT COULD POSSIBLY GO WRONG!?

GET TICKETS HERE

The Living Body Workshop by Virginia Twins (Adult class)
2024-01-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Join Twin Cities performers Virginia Twins for a workshop about attentions, listening and playful experimentation. With the same theater exercises that we use to create our shows, we will play and imagine together and practice looking at the world in a slightly different way. We believe that theater should be silly and honest, and while performing can be vulnerable, it can also be great fun! Our workshops are about connecting to the people who you’re performing with and building confidence on stage. This workshop is relevant for actors, dancers, performers of any kind, or anyone looking to explore their creativity as a moving body.
at the Guild Art Studio 304 Division Street South in Northfield, MN
Class is $25

GHOST - Special Theater Event
2024-01-20 19:30 - 21:00 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
An afterimage, a memory, a remnant, a sheet with three holes in it. Haunting and at times deeply humorous, Ghost is Virginia Twins’ latest spooky production featuring dance, live sound, and physical storytelling for all ages. As the year begins and the light starts filtering in, what are the ghosts telling you?

Tickets: $15 Adult $11 Senior/Student
GET TICKETS HERE

The Living Body Workshop by Virginia Twins (Gr. 9-12)
2024-01-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States

Culture Crew Movie Night
2024-05-09 19:30 | The Grand Event Center, 316 Washington Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
The Culture Crew is proud to present May’s free featured movie night at The Grand!
4pm – Doors open for The Grand’s Throwback Thursday dinner
5pm – Happy Hour
6:45pm – Last call for kitchen
7:30pm – SHOWTIME

Riverfront Fine Art Festival
2024-09-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-08 10:00 - 17:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States

"You don't have to be good..." Dance Performance
2025-09-12 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-09-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
This show is free and open to the public.
A co-created dance theater performance based on the poem “Wild Geese” by Mary Oliver.
Directed by Shari Setchell

Daughter Daddy
2025-09-28 11:30 - 13:30 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States

Emerging Artists/5th Year Showcase
2026-01-07 08:00 - 2026-02-12 17:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States

All School Art Show
2026-02-18 08:00 - 2026-03-28 17:00 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States

Guild Members Exhibition
2026-04-02 08:00 - 2026-05-09 17:00 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States

Guild Fundraiser @ Reunion 2026
2026-04-30 17:30 - 20:00 | Reunion, 501 Division Street S, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
We’re gearing up for our annual fundraiser, and this year, we are back again at Reunion! The 2026 Guild Fundraiser at Reunion promises another fantastic evening filled with excellent food, drinks, entertainment, and fun — all to support the Guild’s mission of making art accessible for everyone in the community.
Early bird tickets are available through April 1 at a discounted price of $60. Regularly priced tickets sales will begin April 2 at $75 each.
We hope you can join us to mingle and make art happen! Get your tickets here.

High school Honors Art Show
2026-05-12 08:00 - 2026-06-06 17:00 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States

Paint the Pavement Party!
2026-05-30 12:00 - 14:00 | Central Park, Northfield, 421 Fourth Street East, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Please consider stopping by Central Park (400 3rd St E) on Saturday, May 30, from noon to 2 pm for a Paint the Pavement Party!
We’re painting the sidewalks on the perimeter of Central Park in preparation for Pride in the Park on June 6. We need lots of creativity and as many hands as possible to pull off a beautiful display!
Supplies provided.

Wykes Family Exhibition
2026-06-09 08:00 - 2026-07-11 17:00 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States

Light Show & Community Party on July 4th / Exposición de Luz y Fiesta Comunitaria el 4 de julio
2026-07-04 17:00 - 23:30 | Riverside Entrance of Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, 55057, United States
(Lee más para abajo para ver la versión en español)

Meet us behind the Guild, along the river, for an unforgettable evening of never-before-seen visuals- there will be projected art on the back wall of the Guild’s building, and if you’d like to be one of the featured projection artists, please consider applying here by June 24th!
The City of Northfield & the Northfield Arts Guild are hosting a celebration on the night of July 4th (Miss America’s 250th birthday), and YOU are invited! Remember, each and every one of us make this country great and UNIQUE.
Get ready for a night of good eats, make-and-take art activities, live music, light/projection art, and community building from 5PM-12AM at the Riverside entrance of the Guild on 304 Division St. S.
(Scroll below to see it on the map!)
This project was made possible by funds from the City of Northfield’s Art in Public Places Program.

Venga a la entrada por el río del Northfield Arts Guild para una noche inolvidable con visuales increíbles — habrá arte proyectado en la fachada posterior del edificio Guild, y si quiere ser uno de los artistas destacados, por favor entregue una solicitud aquí (¡antes del 24 de junio!).
La Ciudad de Northfield y el Northfield Arts Guild están ofreciendo una celebración la noche del 4 de julio (el 250 cumpleaños de los Estados Unidos), y TÚ estás invitado/a. Recuérdate, cada uno de nosotros hace que este país sea gran y ÚNICO.
Prepárate para una noche de comida rica, actividades de arte para llevar, música en vivo, arte de luz/proyección y para juntarnos desde las 5PM hasta las 12AM alrededor de la entrada de Guild que está por el río en 304 Division St. S.
(¡Mira para abajo para verlo en el mapa!)
Este proyecto fue posible gracias a los fondos del Programa de Arte en Espacios Públicos de la Ciudad de Northfield.

Northfield Art Teachers Triennial Exhibition
2026-07-14 08:00 - 2026-08-15 17:00 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States

It is Either Late or Very Early - Landscape Artists Exhibition
2026-09-15 08:00 - 2026-10-17 17:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
