Makers on the Minnesota

Makers on the Minnesota is a unique store located at 807 Prentice Street in Granite Falls, Minnesota. As part of the Granite Area Arts Council, a 501C3 non-profit organization run by passionate volunteers, Makers on the Minnesota aims to bring various forms of art and events to rural Minnesota.

The store serves as a venue for regional artists to showcase and sell their artwork, with a new artist featured every 4 weeks in the Riverside and Emerging Artist Galleries. In addition to the art galleries, Makers on the Minnesota also has a gift shop where visitors can purchase handmade items created by local artists.

The store is housed in the historic K.K. Berge Building, which is owned and operated by the Granite Area Arts Council. The building is located next to the Minnesota River and serves as a hub for artistic and cultural events in the community.

In addition to hosting artists and events, Makers on the Minnesota is involved in various programs such as the Community Artist in Residence program and partners with events like Meander Friday Night and Squid Fest. The store also hosts monthly Makers Markets during the summer months, featuring live music and local vendors.

Donations are crucial to the continued success of Makers on the Minnesota and the Granite Area Arts Council. Contributions help fund programs, maintain the building, and support the organization's mission of promoting art in rural communities. Donations can be made online or mailed to the address provided.

The dedicated team behind Makers on the Minnesota includes Tamara Isfeld, President and talented artist, Dani Prados, Vice President and CAIR Director, Mary Gillespie, Secretary and Gift Shop Manager, Bev Tellefsen, Director and Volunteer Coordinator, Karen Odden, Director and Historian, and Sue Selden, Director of Marketing. Together, they work to bring art and creativity to the community through Makers on the Minnesota.