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Current & Upcoming Exhibitions

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Face in Clouds, invisible ink

September 13, 2025 - April 2026

Face in Clouds, invisible ink is a solo exhibition by NYC-based artist Ryan Woodring. The exhibition encompasses several recent bodies of work that proceed both literally and figuratively out of a reckoning with invisible illness.

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Extraordinary Elsewhere

June 7, 2025 - April 26, 2026

This exhibition features artworks by international artists whose interdisciplinary practices are distributed across a variety of media including and not limited to dance, soft sculpture, site-specific installation, animation, and participatory poetry.

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Relics

March 26 - November 9, 2025

In this exhibition, Cameron Zebrun explores his deep engagement with the natural world through abstract sculpture and collage, examining geological time, environmental transformation, and humanity’s complex relationship with nature.

Programs at the Center

Work of eARTh

Teen Art Club @ Rochester Art Center

Work of eARTh is a collective of teen artists, creatives, and activists working together to make an impact through community action in Rochester Minnesota. ALL MEETINGS ARE FREE!

The Creative Studio

Fridays & Saturdays | 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Step into the Creative Studio, where imagination runs wild and everyone becomes an artist. Whether you're 3 or 93, you'll find vibrant materials, playful prompts, and endless inspiration waiting just for you. No experience needed. Just bring your curiosity!

Figure Drawing

Select Tuesdays & Wednesdays | 6:00- 8:00 PM

Reserve your spot for uninstructed Figure Drawing, a 2-hour session for artists (ages 18+) to practice the timeless tradition of sketching the human form.

Arts & Culture

Gallery Admission

 

Adults    ----  $8

Seniors ---- $5

 

21 & Under ----   FREE

Members   ----   FREE

Biking

The Art Center is located along Rochester's extensive Trail System at Mayo Park. Bike racks are located in front of the Art Center.

Activity Admission

In addition to gallery admission:

The Creative Studio ---- $5

(Fridays & Saturdays only, Sept - May)

Parking

Parking available at the Civic Center Ramp (FREE after 4pm and on weekends).

Disability parking is available in front of the Mayo Civic Center.

Address & Hours

30 Civic Center Drive SE, STE 120

Rochester, MN 55904

Wednesday - Sunday

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

info@rochesterartcenter.org

Accessibility

Wheelchair and stroller accessible.

Service animals are welcomed.

For special arrangements call us at 507-722-2552.  

We are happy to assist you.

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Funding for the many programs presented by Rochester Art Center comes from a wide variety of sources: Foundations, Governments, Small Businesses, Corporations, and Individuals. Their support provides Rochester Art Center the opportunities to offer the community with:

exemplary exhibitions | stimulating art education and public programs | engaging community-oriented collaborations

City of Rochester
Clean Water Land & Legacy Amendment and Minnesota State Arts Board

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Think Bank
Mayo Clinic
Nogo Homes
Downtown Rochester, MN
PFund Foundation
Rochester Area Foundation
Exhibitor Magazine
Nuss Truck & Equipment
University of Minnesota Rochester
Associated Bank

Rochester Art Center gratefully acknowledges all of our donors for their generous support.

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