Art Lover’s Guide

Start the day in Downtown Minot, the epicenter of the local art scene. Over 25 colorful murals and street art can be found all throughout downtown Minot, created by local artists. Find your favorite photo op next to murals like angel wings, or the colorful ‘Love Downtown Minot’ wall nook. You’re sure to enjoy an art-filled walk to search for over 25 street art murals.

Nearby is a local art museum, the Taube Museum of Art which showcases a permanent collection and rotating exhibits by local and regional artists. View the local art at this free-will donation museum and make sure to pop into the gift shop for handmade goodies and art. Back on Main Street, stop at  Artspace Suite 1 Gallery  featuring local artists who create and sell their art in the space.

Discover more art throughout town. Northwest Art Center is located on campus at Minot State University. It houses a large collection of contemporary artworks and hosts a variety of exhibits, and events throughout the year. Look through the Walter Piehl Gallery and see the permanent art collection and Native American collections.

There is usually an opportunity to catch a performing arts event like theatre, symphony, or orchestra in Minot. Enjoy spectacular events hosted by Minot Area Council of the Arts  during their summertime Arts in the City, including live music, arts & crafts, and local vendors.

Watch a play outdoors during Minot State University Summer Theatre at the MSU Amphitheater. Local performers take the stage with a vast array of plays and musicals performed throughout the summer months. You can also see a play during the fall, winter, and spring months at Mouse River Players , Minot’s oldest community theatre, celebrating over 50 seasons.

Catch a production by one of four orchestras in the state of North Dakota, Minot Symphony Orchestra. The orchestra brings a whirlwind of musical talent to the northwestern region of North Dakota with an incredible six annual performances and remarkable talent. Experience outstanding opera in the north central plains watching Western Plains Opera Company, which performs several musical events annually.