Galleries in downtown Grand Marais
Voted “America’s Coolest Small Town” by Budget Travel Magazine, Grand Marais is home to a thriving arts community. Unique to this harbor town, you’ll find these 8 gallery stops within walking distance of one another. Many of these locations offer a creative space with regular business hours throughout of the year. During the tour, they will all be open 10am-5pm for the ten days to make it easy for you to visit! Many of them will have featured artists and special events during the tour as well. We will publish a Daily Events list closer to the date.
September 27 - October 6, 2024
10am-5pm Daily
2024 Tour Stops: Galleries in Downtown Grand Marais
10. North House Folk School 500 W Hwy 61, Grand Marais
northhouse.org | @northhousefolkschool
On the Grand Marais Harbor, North House Folk School teaches traditional craft and offers artisan residencies. The school store features handcrafted works from both local and international makers. Find books, tools, home goods, and more.
New on the tour!
11. Roam & Whimsy Co. 2nd Ave W & W Hwy 61, Grand Marais
roamwhimsyco.com | @roamwhimsyco
A whimsical wandering gift shop in the heart of Grand Marais, MN. Shop lovingly handmade goods and thoughtfully curated art.
New on the tour!
12. Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery 115 W Wisconsin St, Grand Marais
cookcountyhistory.org/johnson-heritage-post-art-gallery | @jhpartgallery
Johnson Heritage Post is a non-profit art gallery that features local, regional, and national artists in revolving exhibits, as well as a permanent collection. Currently on display is the annual Plein Air Grand Marais exhibit, in collaboration with Outdoor Painters of Minnesota.
13. Sivertson Gallery 14 West Wisconsin St, Grand Marais
sivertson.com | @sivertsongallery
A destination gallery on the North Shore proudly exhibiting the work of over 60 regional artists.
14. The Big Lake 12 First Ave W, Grand Marais
thebiglakelife.com | @thebiglakelife
The Big Lake is an approachable art gallery and gift shop with jewelry, pottery, paintings and more that represent the beauty and lifestyle of the North Shore of Lake Superior.
15. Joy & Company 16 First Ave W, Grand Marais
joy-and-company.com | @joy.and.co
Part gift shop, part art gallery, Joy and Co hosts over 100 local artists alongside antiques, a rock shop, and a huge selection of professional art supplies.
Featured Artists: Rachel Klesser, Jill Terrill, Allison Healy, Billy Larson, Barry Larson, Lyssa Ibarra, and more with kids activities in the backyard.
16. Upstate MN 16 First Ave W, Grand Marais
upstatemn.com | @upstatemn
Offering contemporary items created by smaller makers, designers and artists from Minnesota and beyond.
17. Studio 21 - Grand Marais Art Colony 21 West Highway 61, Grand Marais
grandmaraisartcolony.org | @gmartcolony
Studio 21 is the Art Colony's downtown location. During Art Along the Lake exhibiting artists include those who work in the Art Colony's printmaking and ceramics studios, along with the fall member show.
Featured Artist: Catherine Meier, Printmaking
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We will be sending out free Event Guides to everyone on our mailing list! The Event Guide includes a map, all the important info for each stop, and beautiful images of the artists’ work!
Things to Do:
Hiking at one of the four state parks in Cook County. Judge C.R. Magney State Park and Cascade State Park are both approx. 15 minutes from downtown and offer a variety of hiking options.
Relax at Sisu + Loyly’s Nordic Sauna (located in East Bay of Grand Marais). For an even more unique experience, check out their floating sauna, located 10 minutes away on Devil Track Lake!
River Hiking at Kadunce River and Devil Track Wildflower Sanctuary. Both great options for kids!
Golfing at Gunflint Hills Golf Course.
Mini Golf at Put and Pets
Picking agates at Grand Marais Recreation Park or Harbor.
Paddling adventures with one of the many outfitters or guides in the area.
This event is managed by Cook County Creatives
