Two Weeks of Local Art, Handmade Gifts, Workshops & Holiday Fun | Nov 15–29, 2025

New York Mills, MN—November 14, 2025— The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center proudly announces the 16th Annual Artist Bazaar, taking place Saturday, November 15 through Saturday, November 29, 2025.

This beloved holiday tradition fills the Center’s historic gallery with one-of-a-kind, artist-made gifts created by talented makers from across the region. With extended shopping days, special events, festive workshops, and the return of the popular Stock-Up Sale, this year’s Bazaar offers something for everyone.

The 2025 Artist Bazaar features work by more than a dozen local and regional artists, including birdhouse wind chimes, jewelry, ceramics, prints, accessories, paintings, weavings, handmade ornaments, upcycled mittens, soaps, lotions, and more. Confirmed artists for this year’s event include: Brad Wegscheid, Cheryl Bannes, Emily Ericksrud, Gen Keranen, Joy Cooley, Kent Scheer, Megan Shirley-Ross, Michelle Shearer, Sandra Shaughnessy, Sharon Marquardt, Shirlee Aho Daulton, and Sota Soap Co.

Special Events & Highlights

Artist Bazaar Kick-Off — Saturday, November 15
The Bazaar opens to the public at 10AM, with fabulous complimentary gift wrapping offered from 10AM–1PM.

Members-Only Preview: Art, Shopping & Sips — Saturday, November 15, 9–10AM Members are invited to enjoy a rare first look at the Bazaar during this private preview event featuring a complimentary coffee and mimosa bar. Not a member yet? New members are always welcome!

Holiday Workshops — Saturday, November 22
Visitors can add creativity to their shopping day with two festive workshops; please preregister to help with planning (click links or call 218-385-3339):

• Gathering Light: Body-Centered Yoga & Holiday Season Support (10AM–12PM) $30

• Gel-Plate Printing Ornaments with Artistic Director Megan Shirley-Ross (1–3PM) $25 (members $20)

 Please note: Workshops are planned for upstairs studio and education spaces, which are accessible only by stairs. Please contact us if accessibility accommodations are needed (afternoon workshop could be done on the main floor).

Stock-Up Sale — November 28 & 29
Coinciding with Black Friday and Small Business Saturday, this two-day sale offers the best deals of the year on both the Artist Bazaar and the Cultural Center’s Gift Store.

 Shoppers enjoy increasing discounts the more they spend—up to 20% off, with Cultural Center members receiving their everyday 10% off on top of sale discounts for up to 30% off.

 A customer favorite, Lynn & Alice will be back on-site this year for complimentary gift wrapping on Black Friday from 10:30AM–5PM.

Why Shop the Artist Bazaar?

The Artist Bazaar is the perfect destination for anyone seeking unique holiday gifts, stocking stuffers, and meaningful ways to support local artists. From fine art to functional crafts, shoppers can discover treasures not found in big-box stores—while contributing directly to the vibrancy of the region’s creative community. Shop local, support artists, and give the most unique gifts this holiday season!

2025 Artist Bazaar Hours

• Saturday, November 15: 10AM–3PM (Kick-Off) – Members Only Event 9-10AM

• Nov 18–26: Open Tues–Sat during regular hours (Tues 10-5, Wed & Th 10-7, Fri 10-5, Sat 10-3)

• Thursday, November 27: Closed for Thanksgiving

• Friday, November 28: 10AM–5PM (Black Friday + Stock-Up Sale)

• Saturday, November 29: 10AM–3PM (Small Business Saturday + Stock-Up Sale)

All are welcome to attend the Artist Bazaar and related events. As always, the Cultural Center’s mission includes supporting working artists and connecting the community to local creative talent—both values that are showcased in full throughout this two-week celebration. We hope you can join us!

Questions or want more info? Call the Cultural Center at (218) 385-3339, email info@kulcher.org, or visit the Center’s website at https://www.kulcher.org/2025-artist-bazaar/.

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About the Cultural Center

The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is a rural hub for creativity, community vitality, and lifelong learning in the arts. The Center offers visitors intimate opportunities to encounter art and artists in its 80-seat concert listening room, visual art gallery in a historic building, gift shop featuring local artists, artist residency program, sculpture park, and a variety of opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Since its incorporation in 1990, the Cultural Center has been passionate about connecting people to artists and rich cultural experiences in rural Minnesota, celebrating the local and being a window to the world. For more information, call 218-385-3339, or visit www.kulcher.org.