Save the Date: Warroad RiverPlace Invites The Public To A  "Grand Welcoming" Celebration On October 5, 2024

Warroad RiverPlace is pleased to announce the opening of the state’s newest arts, culture, and events center on Saturday, October 5, 2024. The public is invited to a free, family-friendly “Grand Welcoming,” a day of festivities celebrating community and creative expression at the state-of-the-art facility located along the bank of the Warroad River (104 State Ave., Warroad, Minn.).

The community will have the opportunity to tour the 20,000-square-foot, multipurpose building designed to be a welcoming space for everyone in the region to connect, learn, and thrive. The center is home to an art gallery; a 320-seat performance hall for theater, the performing arts, and social gatherings; a classroom for multigenerational learning; a fireside area; a commercial kitchen for culinary arts courses and catering services; and a patio for outdoor events and picnics.

A local art exhibition, live music, children’s activities, and art demonstrations will animate the center and its outdoor spaces. A full schedule will be announced in September.

“This is an exciting milestone for the entire Northern Minnesota region and the community of Warroad,” said Executive Director John Davis. “I’ve seen firsthand how art, culture, and events centers can transform small, rural communities and economies in ways that were never thought imaginable. I’m grateful for the opportunity to work with the Board of Directors and the local community to bring the vision to life. RiverPlace is for everyone, and I want to extend an invitation to join us at our ‘Grand Welcoming’ on Saturday, October 5."

Warroad RiverPlace was made possible by a lead donation from Frank and Margaret Marvin, as well as generous community support and investment. As a 501c3 non-profit, the center relies on support from foundations, community members, and grants. Designed by HGA Architects and Engineers, M. A. Mortenson Company began construction in 2023.

The inaugural season of programming will begin in 2025. Visitors can expect to experience performances, exhibits, and fireside chats by a range of local, regional, and nationally recognized artists, as well as enriching educational opportunities for all ages. A free gallery will be open daily.

To stay connected with Warroad RiverPlace, visit warroadriverplace.org.

CALL FOR ARTISTS

Warroad RiverPlace announces a call for area artists for its inaugural “Grand Welcoming” gallery exhibit, as well as consideration for the 2025 exhibition schedule. The “Grand Welcoming” exhibit will begin on Saturday, October 5, 2024 — the formal opening of the center — and will run through the end of the year. Entry is free, and applications are due by Friday, September 13, 2024. To learn more, email [email protected].