Our Fall 2026 Program Guide discusses the activities, exhibitions, and community engagement initiatives of the Grand Forks Art Gallery, highlighting ongoing projects and reflections on childhood and personal growth.

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Summary:

Fall Exhibition Highlights and Artworks

• The gallery presents exhibitions exploring connection, memory, and landscape through local and broader ideas. Featured artists include Heather Benning with "Field Doll" and Richard Reid with "Tree," emphasizing childhood relationships and loss.
• Heather Benning's "Field Doll" Concept Recreates a childhood toy at monumental scale, symbolising emotional bonds and childhood imagination.
• Draws on Winnicott's "transitional object" theory, connecting personal and collective memory and identity.
• Richard Reid’s "Tree" and Loss of Loved Ones Art focuses on grief and remembrance through repeated depiction of a tree linked to his late wife Beverley.
• The act of painting serves as a continuing bond, reflecting love’s influence and the passage of time.

Upcoming Exhibitions and Programs

• Inaugural exhibitions include Nora Curiston’s "Shapes I’d Like To Be" and Sonja Gartner’s "Portals," exploring perception and consciousness. The gallery hosts various workshops such as felting, embroidery, and watercolor painting, along with community programs for all ages.

Community Engagement and Events

• Features include Civic Arts Grants, open call for the Community Showcase, and the Salon Libre group exhibition. Special events include a Wine Tasting Gala on November 28 to support gallery operations.

Education and Workshops

• Offers diverse programs: art classes, youth clubs, yoga sessions, and creative mornings. Programs focus on accessible art exploration, fostering creativity across all age groups and skill levels.

Gallery Hours, Access, and Support

• Open Tuesday to Saturday with free admission; donations appreciated and wheelchair accessible. The gallery relies on members, volunteers, and donors to sustain its vibrant cultural programming.