We invite you to join us on May 2 from 5:30-8PM, when Tasha and Bitsy will host the final workshop of this project. In preparation for the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women on May 5, our final workshop will highlight the relationship between the historical erasure of Dakota women’s clay craft and the contemporary issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. 

We will start with the basics of watercolor painting, including how to mix colors, how to create different brushstrokes, and how to achieve different effects with water. Then, we will move on to painting flowers, starting with simple shapes and gradually building up to more complex compositions.

Three dates - take one or all!

Note: Scholarships available for students with financial need. Please email cherish@redwingarts.org

Teaching artist: Cherish Haskell

Level: Beginner

Class size: 12

Participation fee: $40 non-member, Members receive $10 off with code SPRING10 at checkout

It’s getting to be garage sale season and Red Wing Arts is participating in the community 100-mile garage sale this year!

On May 4th between 9 am-5 pm come discover rescued art & shop from local artists; Trudi Schaefer, Alex Malecha, Cherish Haskell, and Gwen Chynoweth, outside the Red Wing Depot Gallery! All proceeds from art sales benefit RWA programming

This event invites moms, grandmas, their children, their grand children, and family members to spend a day immersed in creativity from mug making to painting, offering a serene space to bond and create lasting memories before Mother's Day. Drop in activities AND register for one of the mug-making sessions.

NO COST OPTIONS from 9 am to 2 pm

• Card Making

• Color Sheets

ART KITS AND BISQUE YOUR OWN POTTERY from 9 am - 2 pm

• Available kits and pottery from $10 +

REGISTER TO MAKE A HANDBUILT MUG WITH MOM:

In this class, kids will learn the basics of hand building with clay, including pinching, coiling, and slab techniques. They will also learn how to create unique designs and decorations for their mugs using various tools and materials. Finished pieces will be fired in our kiln and ready for pick up in time for Mother’s Day!

9 - 10 am or 1 - 2 pm session

Teaching Artist: Cherish Haskell

Level: No experience needed.

Ages 8+

Class Size: 20

Participation fee: $25

Note: Scholarships available for students with financial need. Please email cherish@redwingarts.org

Join us for a poetry reading featuring 2024 Poet Artist Collaboration participants: Paul Schaefer, Ira Frank, Bill Quist, Elizabeth Weir, Leslie Schultz, Jorie Miller, Walter Cannon, Joyce Sutphen

During the 2024 Poet Artist Collaboration, Red Wing Arts will host 2 Poetry Readings in May. During these events, participating poets will read a selection of their work, including the work featured in the PAC exhibition.

Readings will take place in the Red Wing Arts Depot Gallery (418 Levee Street, Red Wing) to experience both the selected poems and the artwork inspired by the poems on exhibit.

No pre-registration required. RWA welcomes all community members to attend these free weekly readings; come enjoy as your schedule allows.

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear some of the finest poets in the region read selections of their poetry!

On exhibit at the RWA Depot Gallery
April 12 - June 9, 2024

Celebration of Poetry & Art*
Sunday, April 28, 2 - 5pm
*Ticketed Event

May Poetry Readings
Sundays, 1-3 pm
May 5 & 19
RWA Depot Gallery

Previously Called “Play in the Clay”

One hour of instructor-supported wheel throwing, with time allotted for prep and clean-up. You can expect to have 1 - 2 finished products at the end of the session.

Choose from 8 dipping glazes, completed by staff. Price includes firing 1 -2 pieces which are available for pick-up in approximately 3 weeks.

Sessions offered on select Tuesdays 5:45 - 7 PM and Saturdays 1:45 - 3 PM. Choose dates from options prior to check-out.

If you would like to set up a private class (minimum 2 people) at a different time, please contact us at cherish@redwingarts.org

Level: No experience needed. Ages 12+

Class Size: Limit 6

We will start with the basics of watercolor painting, including how to mix colors, how to create different brushstrokes, and how to achieve different effects with water. Then, we will move on to painting flowers, starting with simple shapes and gradually building up to more complex compositions.

Three dates - take one or all!

Note: Scholarships available for students with financial need. Please email cherish@redwingarts.org

Teaching artist: Cherish Haskell

Level: Beginner

Class size: 12

Participation fee: $40 non-member, Members receive $10 off with code SPRING10 at checkout

Red Wing Arts Clay and Creative Center is offering a unique date night option called Clay Night Out. This 2-hour class is held from 6 pm to 8 pm and allows couples to spend quality time together while learning the art of pottery. Participants have the option to work on the wheel or do a handbuilding project. The instructors are experienced and will guide you through every step of the process. The finished pieces are ready for pick-up within 2 weeks, giving you a lasting keepsake of your special night. Clay Night Out is a fun and creative way to connect with your partner while exploring your artistic side.

$60 per person

Do it with a friend group! Max group is 5 people.

Age group: 16+

Select one of the following dates at check-out.

In these workshops, we'll explore multiple ways to make your clay art exciting and unique. From sgraffito and carving to resists and masking, there are so many fun and creative ways to make your work stand out. Perfect for clay artists of all skill levels. Tools and materials are provided.

Take one or both sessions!

May 11: 10am-12pm and/or May 25: 10am-12pm

Teaching artist: Tami Resler

Level: Ages 15+

Class size: 8

Participation fee: $60

Previously Called “Play in the Clay”

One hour of instructor-supported wheel throwing, with time allotted for prep and clean-up. You can expect to have 1 - 2 finished products at the end of the session.

Choose from 8 dipping glazes, completed by staff. Price includes firing 1 -2 pieces which are available for pick-up in approximately 3 weeks.

Sessions offered on select Tuesdays 5:45 - 7 PM and Saturdays 1:45 - 3 PM. Choose dates from options prior to check-out.

If you would like to set up a private class (minimum 2 people) at a different time, please contact us at cherish@redwingarts.org

Level: No experience needed. Ages 12+

Class Size: Limit 6

We will start with the basics of watercolor painting, including how to mix colors, how to create different brushstrokes, and how to achieve different effects with water. Then, we will move on to painting flowers, starting with simple shapes and gradually building up to more complex compositions.

Three dates - take one or all!

Note: Scholarships available for students with financial need. Please email cherish@redwingarts.org

Teaching artist: Cherish Haskell

Level: Beginner

Class size: 12

Participation fee: $40 non-member, Members receive $10 off with code SPRING10 at checkout

A fundraiser to benefit Red Wing Arts Clay & Creative Center

Get ready to mold, shape, and make a difference! Join us at our RWA Pottery Throwdown - where your creativity meets compassion, and together, we'll sculpt brighter futures. On Saturday, May 18th let's celebrate the power of creativity at our RWA Clay & Creative Center!

Watch as professional potters and local celebrities face off, undertaking a series of challenges on the wheel that promise to entertain and inspire. The excitement culminates from 6 - 9 pm with the finals, where the day's top talents will vie for the coveted traveling clay trophy and ultimate bragging rights. Your participation in The RWA Pottery Throwdown not only promises a day filled with artful entertainment but also contributes to the continuation and growth of our vibrant, creative community. With limited tickets available, secure yours today and become part of this tradition in the making.

Event Details:

• 10 am - 12 pm: First round of competition ($50 per ticket)
  Featuring Celebrity Potters: Bryan Soper (YMCA) , Alison Youngs (Salon With A Twist), Michelle Larson (Red Wing Area Chamber), Mayor Mike Wilson

• 2 - 4 pm: Second round of competition ($50 per ticket)
  Featuring Celebrity Potters: Sheena Tisland and MORE!

• 6 - 9 pm: The Finals ($150 per ticket) - includes drinks, lite hors d'oeuvres, a live auction, and live music by The Tennessee Stiffs. Featuring Professional Potters: Jeff McDowell, Colleen Riley, Donovan Palmquist, and Kelly Connole.

• Artists Tom Larkin & Glynnis Lessing will judge the event.

Your participation matters! Don't miss this opportunity to shape brighter futures while enjoying a day filled with creativity, camaraderie, and compassion. See you there!

Join us for a poetry reading featuring 2024 Poet Artist Collaboration participants: Susan McMillan, Vicky Lettman, Sara Dovre Wudali, Patricia A. O’Neil, Penelope Duffy, Florence Dacey, Casey Patrick, Dan Dietrich

During the 2024 Poet Artist Collaboration, Red Wing Arts will host 2 Poetry Readings in May. During these events, participating poets will read a selection of their work, including the work featured in the PAC exhibition.

Readings will take place in the Red Wing Arts Depot Gallery (418 Levee Street, Red Wing) to experience both the selected poems and the artwork inspired by the poems on exhibit.

No pre-registration required. RWA welcomes all community members to attend these free weekly readings; come enjoy as your schedule allows.

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear some of the finest poets in the region read selections of their poetry!

On exhibit at the RWA Depot Gallery
April 12 - June 9, 2024

Celebration of Poetry & Art
Sunday, April 28, 2 - 5pm
*EVENT SOLD OUT

May Poetry Readings
Sundays, 1-3 pm
May 5 & 19
RWA Depot Gallery

Using a Gelli plate and acrylic paints, learn to make dynamic one-of-a-kind prints using stencils, layering and masking! Each layer adds depth and complexity to the final print.

Note: Scholarships available for students with financial need. Please email cherish@redwingarts.org

Monday May 20 6pm-7:30pm

Teaching artist: Cherish Haskell

Level: Beginner and above, Ages 11+ (under 15 must be accompanied by registered adult)

Class size: 10

Participation fee: $30 non-member, members receive $10 off with discount code WINTER10

Previously Called “Play in the Clay”

One hour of instructor-supported wheel throwing, with time allotted for prep and clean-up. You can expect to have 1 - 2 finished products at the end of the session.

Choose from 8 dipping glazes, completed by staff. Price includes firing 1 -2 pieces which are available for pick-up in approximately 3 weeks.

Sessions offered on select Tuesdays 5:45 - 7 PM and Saturdays 1:45 - 3 PM. Choose dates from options prior to check-out.

If you would like to set up a private class (minimum 2 people) at a different time, please contact us at cherish@redwingarts.org

Level: No experience needed. Ages 12+

Class Size: Limit 6

Virtual Conversation

with Franky Jackson

Dakota Historian

Topic: Cultural Resource Management

via Zoom

Franky is a Dakota historian who specializes in finding creative and effective methods to promote and preserve the various cultures and histories that make Minnesota and the upper Midwest unique. Over the course of his career he has worked closely with communities, organizations, and individuals to develop innovative plans and processes for cultural resource management. A former THPO, Franky understands how to build meaningful partnerships that make history matter. Franky has been very active in the Minnesota tribal preservation community, serving as a Native American Advisor for the National Trust for Historic Preservation, a member of the Indian Advisory Council for the Minnesota Historical Society, working with the Dakota Oyate International Repatriation Working Group, and serving as Project Manager for the Dakota NAGPRA Coalition.   

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During the class, you will have the opportunity to experiment with different techniques for sculpting and creating textures in clay. Whether you choose to create a realistic representation of your favorite animal or a more abstract interpretation, the possibilities are endless!

May 23rd 6pm-8pm

Teaching artist: Cherish Haskell

Level: Beginner, Ages 5+, Great for families!

Class size: 8

Participation fee: $50 non-member, members receive $10 off with code SPRING10 at checkout

Note: Scholarships available for students with financial need. Please email cherish@redwingarts.org

Red Wing Arts Clay and Creative Center is offering a unique date night option called Clay Night Out. This 2-hour class is held from 6 pm to 8 pm and allows couples to spend quality time together while learning the art of pottery. Participants have the option to work on the wheel or do a handbuilding project. The instructors are experienced and will guide you through every step of the process. The finished pieces are ready for pick-up within 2 weeks, giving you a lasting keepsake of your special night. Clay Night Out is a fun and creative way to connect with your partner while exploring your artistic side.

$60 per person

Do it with a friend group. Max group is 5 people.

Age group: 16+

Select one of the following dates at check-out.

In these workshops, we'll explore multiple ways to make your clay art exciting and unique. From sgraffito and carving to resists and masking, there are so many fun and creative ways to make your work stand out. Perfect for clay artists of all skill levels. Tools and materials are provided.

Take one or both sessions!

May 11: 10am-12pm and/or May 25: 10am-12pm

Teaching artist: Tami Resler

Level: Ages 15+

Class size: 8

Participation fee: $60

Two hours of instructor-supported Wheel or Hand-building Clay Work! Take a turn on the pottery wheel after a short demo by the instructor OR choose to work on a hand building project. We will have example projects or come with your own idea!

Paint your creation with colorful underglazes or the instructor can glaze your work for you. Work is fired in our kiln and ready for pick up in 2-3 weeks.

Level: No experience needed. Age 5+ for Wheel, Age 2+ for Hand building Projects

Class Size: Limit 5 participants per 2HR session for Wheel, Up to 8 for Hand building Projects

Participation fee: $60 per person / $50 Member (price includes firing of 2 Pieces) with discount code FALL10 at checkout

Previously Called “Play in the Clay”

One hour of instructor-supported wheel throwing, with time allotted for prep and clean-up. You can expect to have 1 - 2 finished products at the end of the session.

Choose from 8 dipping glazes, completed by staff. Price includes firing 1 -2 pieces which are available for pick-up in approximately 3 weeks.

Sessions offered on select Tuesdays 5:45 - 7 PM and Saturdays 1:45 - 3 PM. Choose dates from options prior to check-out.

If you would like to set up a private class (minimum 2 people) at a different time, please contact us at cherish@redwingarts.org

Level: No experience needed. Ages 12+

Class Size: Limit 6

Previously Called “Play in the Clay”

One hour of instructor-supported wheel throwing, with time allotted for prep and clean-up. You can expect to have 1 - 2 finished products at the end of the session.

Choose from 8 dipping glazes, completed by staff. Price includes firing 1 -2 pieces which are available for pick-up in approximately 3 weeks.

Sessions offered on select Tuesdays 5:45 - 7 PM and Saturdays 1:45 - 3 PM. Choose dates from options prior to check-out.

If you would like to set up a private class (minimum 2 people) at a different time, please contact us at cherish@redwingarts.org

Level: No experience needed. Ages 12+

Class Size: Limit 6

All are welcome! Please join us at monthly social hour/networking events for artists, artisans, writers, and makers of all kinds!

- Opportunity to connect with other creatives/makers in a relaxed environment
- Learn about upcoming opportunities
- Gain inspiration
- Discuss/show new work
- Help plan future events
- Make a new friend!

Snacks and NA beverages provided.

RSVP preferrred but drop-ins welcome!

RWA is proud/excited to announce that RiseUp Red Wing will be present Red Wing Pride 2024. Red Wing Arts was honored to support and present Red Wing’s first ever Pride in 2023 and looks forward to continuing our support as a programming partner. Please visit PRIDE 2024 — RiseUp Red Wing – for information on this year’s event.

Thank you for helping Red Wing Pride 2024 become a reality!

We are hoping to raise $10,000 to cover the costs of organizing what one past attendee called…
”The most fun, welcoming, and impactful event
I've ever been to in this town in my 20+ years of living here!”

We can't do this without your help, please donate today!

For questions, contact the Pride 2024 team at redwingmnpride@gmail.com

Grief can shut us down; writing poems can help to open us up again. In this workshop, instructor Michelle Meyer will read poems about loss from her new book The Trouble With Being a Childless Only Child and use them as prompts to write our own poems about the people/things/places/ideas we’ve lost or are grieving through several poetic techniques including erasure poetry, list poetry, and Cento or “patchwork” poetry.

By the end of the session, you'll not only have learned new poetic techniques but will likely leave with several pieces of your own creation, symbols of your resilience and capacity for healing through the written word.

Join us to unlock the restorative power of poetry and turn your experiences into meaningful art.

Time: 2 - 4 PM

Teaching artist: Michelle Meyer

All levels are welcome.

Age: 18+

Please bring a notebook or journal, your favorite pen, and a good pencil.

Author Bio:

Michelle Meyer is the author The Trouble with Being a Childless Only Child (Cornerstone Press, 2024) and The Book of She (2021), a poetry and visual art collaboration devoted to women. Recent work appears Under Her Eye: A Blackspot Books Anthology, Autumn Sky Poetry Daily, Humana Obscura, Remington Review, and Welter, among others. In addition, Michelle has written, directed, and produced numerous one-act plays and skits for children and adults.