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Programs

Each year, Rochester Art Center offers a large variety of youth and adult education programs. These exceptional offerings include classes, workshops, film screenings, lectures, and gallery tours for all ages. Programs are designed to encourage an understanding and appreciation of the visual arts. Youth programs, such as Total Arts Day Camp, provide valuable hands-on art experiences under the direction of professional Art Center Educators and also through guest artists. For more information about tour and workshop opportunities, or to schedule a private group tour or workshop, see below. 

The Rochester Art Center is an accessible facility and participation by all people is encouraged. Individuals needing physical, visual, audio or other accommodations are encouraged to notify in advance at info@rochesterartcenter.org or by calling 507-722-2552.

Music Absolute and Referential

Sunday, October 6 at 3 PM | Free

This concert includes two new works:  Pictures at An Exhibition for Flute, Violin, Piano, Euphonium and Dancer and Piano Trio in G for Flute, Violin and Piano.

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Storytime + Art

Friday, December 6 | 10:30 AM

Join us for storytime and an art activity at Rochester Art Center and stay for a walk through the gallery.

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Virtual Artist Talk

Sunday, October 13 | 11:00 AM

This discussion will explore Sephardic art, feminism, and Jewish Eastern culture, with insights from the artists and scholars involved in the current exhibition.

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The Creative Studio

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

The Creative Studio provides art making activities for visitors of all ages, inviting them to engage their imaginations and turn ideas into artwork.

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Public Art Walking Tours: Art4Trails

Sundays at 1:00 PM in September & October

Explore the Art4Trails program as well as hidden gems by exceptional artists like the legendary Richard Brubaker, Ojibwe sculptor Charles Huntington, American icon James Earl Fraser, and celebrated public art master Po Shu Wang.

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Free Family Day: Día de los Muertos

Sunday, October 27 | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of life and remembrance with alebrije making, lively dance and musical performances, poetry crafting, face painting, and a memory wall activity.

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Figure Drawing

Select 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.

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Drop In Tours

Saturdays at 1:00 PM

Enjoy an in-person, guided tour of the Rochester Art Center and find out about the museum’s local history, stunning architectural design, and current exhibitions.

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Artist Spotlight Tour: Melanie Pankau

Saturday, November 9 | 1:00 PM

Dive into the meditative and contemplative world of Melanie Pankau, whose innovative practice as a painter is deeply intertwined with her daily meditation and automatic drawing routines.

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Annual Meeting

Wednesday, November 13

Join us for the Rochester Art Center's Annual Meeting, a special evening dedicated to celebrating our accomplishments, discussing future initiatives, and honoring the vibrant community that supports us.

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Each summer, the Art Center is proud to offer Total Arts Day Camp (TADC), where youth engage in creating their own artworks, learning from professional artists, and thinking about the world around them. Through a one week-long session, students build artist’s skills and confidence in the visual arts. Several sessions are offered each summer and provide flexible enrollment options for families with students going into grades 1-6. The final day of each session concludes with a showcase presented by the students for their families. TADC was initiated in 1971 by artist Judy Onofrio, and we are pleased to continue her legacy of learning and creativity for youth. 

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