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Artist Opportunities

Find opportunities to apply for new projects, grants, call-to-artists, festivals and events here.

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What is ShopART?

ShopART Midwest is an artist-centric, non-commission gallery that connects Midwest artists to the buyers who appreciate living with the arts and handcrafted items. This is a service by Twin Rivers Council for the Arts supporting our local culture makers and making it easier for anyone to bring special, handmade arts into their lives.

2025 Twin Rivers Arts Festival

Connecting Local Artists With Our Community
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The Twin Rivers Arts Festival (formerly the GSR Fine Arts Festival) celebrates the fine arts in the greater Mankato area. We’re committed to creating an outlet for professional artists to connect with the community. 70+ visual artists, authors and musicians present their work at a live show traditionally held on the weekend after Thanksgiving.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025  10 AM-6 PM
NOVEMBER 30, 2025  10 AM-4 PM
MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM EVENT CENTER, MANKATO, MN

70+ Creatives

Potters, painters, jewelers, photographers, glass, fiber, leather workers, authors, musicians plus many, many more. There is something for everyone.

Shop Small Saturday

We’re excited to partner with the Shop Small movement in Greater Mankato focused on supporting local businesses. It’s the perfect fit for our artists.

From Our Visitors

“Great to meet and talk to the artists…Beautiful pieces. High quality of artists…It’s all genuine original art….So much variety!… Unique items, especially for gifts.”