JUNE 30 - AUGUST 1 IN GALLERY I

ARTSPACE SUITE 1 GALLERY

THE “SUITE” ONE

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Artspace Suite 1 Gallery brings together a collective of local artists dedicated to creating professional art and presenting and promoting art and artists to the community.  The gallery was founded in 2016, with five of the original artists still participating. It is currently run by nine working artists, each bringing a distinct style, medium, and point of view. This isn’t a curated echo chamber — it’s a creative collision. Expect paintings beside ceramics, mixed media across from jewelry, and work ranging from experimentation to refined technique.

Artspace Suite 1 Gallery is as much about process as it is about product. “We’re not here to match sofas,” says Nancy Walter, one of the founding members. “We’re here to show real work from real people at every stage of the journey.”

From seasoned professionals to emerging talents, the nine members span a wide spectrum. What unites them is the commitment to shared risk, shared space, and shared ambition. The cooperative model gives each artist equal voice in decisions, and equal responsibility in keeping the doors open. They include Walter Piehl, Linda Olson, Nancy Walter, Colleen Folven, Elizabeth Woods, Karen Davidson, Conrad Davidson, Doug Pfliger, and Pat Marquard. The number of artists participating has ebbed and flowed over the years, and we are always open to accepting new artists into our community.

The gallery is located in the Artspace building on the corner of Central and Main in downtown Minot. It has adopted the mission “to create great art for the community and a great community for artists.”

For more information, contact gallery personnel at artspacesuite1gallery@gmail.com

JUNE 30 - AUGUST 1 IN GALLERY II

BOB MILLER COLLECTION PHOTOGRAPHY “WILLISTON PARKS”

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ABOVE PHOTO:

Harmon Park, the centerpiece of Williston's community has been hosting various events such as Band Day, Choke Cherry Festival and gatherings for decades, creating lasting memories for locals and families. It boasts a rich history and an array of facilities.

Developed in 1933-1934 as part of the Civil Works Administration (CWA) project, the park featured a baseball diamond, football field, cinder track, swimming pool, tennis courts, playground areas, and picnic areas.

While some of the original facilities are no longer present, recent updates include an amphitheater dedicated to Virgil Syverson, modern playground equipment, skate park, picnic areas, bathrooms, and coming soon - pickleball courts!

The park is also adorned with public art, showcasing intricate tree stump carvings created by local artisans. Harmon Park is a testament to the philanthropic efforts of William Elmer Harmon, who established 119 parks across 32 states, and is listed in a WPA publication.

JUNE 2 - 27 IN GALLERY I

FORT UNION TRADING POST EXHIBIT

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STOP IN TO PERUSE A GREAT DISPLAY OF PHOTOS, ARTWORK, AND ARTIFACTS FROM FORT UNION IN OUR MAIN GALLERY. AND DON’T FORGET TO HEAD OUT TO THE FORT FOR THEIR ANNUAL RENDEZVOUS, JUNE 12-15!

JUNE 2 - 27 IN GALLERY II

MEGHAN BARTZ

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MEGHAN was raised in Dickinson, ND with farming ties in the Anamoose Area. CURRENTLY, SHE mainly resideS in WillistON.

SHE PAINTED AND DREW AS A CHILD AND ALSO ENJOYED poetry and WRITING IN GENERAL. LATER, MEGHAN pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Writing and a Bachelor of Science in Biology. 

THESE DAYS, MEGHAN writeS for the Bad Lands Cow Boy ANNUALLY AND writeS the Badlands Art Association Newsletter. SHE also journalS HER adventures BY TAKING photos along the way.

“OCCASIONALLY”, MEGHAN SAYS, “i also do acrylic painting, using skateboards as MY canvas.”