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Current & Upcoming Exhibitions

Liminal Dwelling

Liminal Dwelling

May 23, 2026 - January 10, 2027

The Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of Milwaukee-based artist Amy Cannestra. In this exhibition Cannestra examines how domestic spaces—traditionally understood as sites of comfort and refuge—can quietly transform into environments shaped by self-loathing, comparison, and depression.

Forms of Care: The Art of Representing the Body

Forms of Care: The Art of Representing the Body

May 16, 2026 - January 31, 2027

This group exhibition grapples with the timely debate around the ethics of representation within the artistic fields that pride themselves on depicting the human body closely and with attention: medical illustration, figurative drawing, and portraiture, and how these fields have struggled to be inclusive and ethically center diverse perspectives.

Painting a Parallel World

Painting a Parallel World

July 22, 2026 - March 14, 2027

Born and based in Berlin, Roger Wardin received his Master of Arts from the Academy of Fine Arts, Berlin, and has exhibited throughout Germany and the Netherlands. This exhibition marks his first presentation in the United States.

Programs at the Center

Free Family Days

Free Family Days

Sunday, Nov 1 | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

At Free Family Days, we invite you to immerse yourselves in the world of creativity through hands-on art activities and engaging guided tours of our captivating exhibitions.

Virtual Artist Talk with Ni-Ka Ford & Leslie Barlow

Virtual Artist Talk with Ni-Ka Ford & Leslie Barlow

Tuesday, October 27 | 6–7 PM on Zoom

Join artists Ni-Ka Ford and Leslie Barlow for a conversation about art, identity, health, and the power of storytelling.

Annual Meeting

Annual Meeting

Wednesday, November 11 | 5pm

Enjoy warming refreshments, explore our galleries, hear updates about the Art Center, and connect with fellow members and supporters.

Arts & Culture

Gallery Admission

 

Adults    ----  $8

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Seniors ---- $5

 

21 & Under ----   FREE

Ages 16 & under must be accomanied by and adult.

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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:​

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​The Creative Studio ---- $5

(Fridays & Saturdays only, Sept - May)

Parking

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

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

Address & Hours

30 Civic Center Drive SE, STE 120

Rochester, MN 55904

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Wednesday - Sunday

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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info@rochesterartcenter.org

Accessibility

Wheelchair and stroller accessible.

Service animals are welcomed.

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

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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
Rochester Art Center on Bloomberg Connects
University of Minnesota Rochester

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

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