Would definitely return in future. Be sure to book motel in advance since this whole area gets SOLD out of rooms during summer months. CREATIVE place and very inspirational.
Their Arts Center is cool. I haven't taken any classes there so I can't speak to that. What I can say is that they put on a fabulous art show in Grand Marais in July. The show is filled with really good artists. They run an organized and professional show. And, they treat the artists who are in the show SO well! Very friendly and accommodating as well.
Many small shops to peruse. Visit art galleries, great restaurants, and fun shops. Ate the BEST smoked fish since starting the Circle Tour.
Attended an artist in residence talk, it was wonderful to see the artist process and the discuss the direction the creativity was taking. There are numerous classes, art shows occur often, some art sales. A historic space in a lovely small town. Visit their website for details of all events.
Sadly we went to this at the wrong time of year so a bit of an unfair review. But I think it's worth mentioning that it's probably a good idea to check their website ahead and go when they have classes or workshops. Very nice woman did a bit of an intro of what they do at the site. I think summer and fall is best time to visit and I imagine it would be a fun time.
A very beautiful setting along the shore of Lake Superior. A cozy little town with the tourists in mind. Since I don't buy art any more we went for the food. And it was terrific.
A historic and important institution run by wonderful people who give artists time and space to do creative work. Be sure to stop by the gallery and store too!
Wonderful people. I went to Grand Marais for a plein air paint out hosted by the Art Colony. They did an exceptional job hosting and providing information. The art show was great.
I've traveled to Grand Marais many times; as this little town by itself is so inspiring. Classes at the Colony are really fun. The last class I took there was a five day drawing workshop. It was a blast. The Colony folks are very personable, the fees reasonable and instructors are excellent. I believe they assert quite a bit of quality assurance in arranging for and scheduling these classes. The Colony's mission also supports the arts and there are far too few of these types of organizations around. The staff was so accommodating that they even offered keys for the "late night" artists, so we could let ourselves in should we have some inspirations after hours.
This was a neat little stop in Grand Marais. There were many interesting pieces in a variety of mediums. I didn't purchase anything, but I would recommend checking it out.