Duluth Art Institute

Duluth Art Institute Dynamic, innovative visual arts exhibitions, events & classes. Galleries open Mon–Fri Noon–5pm. Enrichment activities are also offered throughout the community.

A cultural catalyst that has been operating for more than 100 years, the Duluth Art Institute provides the community a rich array of arts offerings as well as a forum for the exchange of artistic ideas across a wide mix of audiences. The DAI celebrates the vital art scene here, today, and the sense of identity active artists derive from this region—which has always had a strong sense of place, bei

ng uniquely situated on the greatest of the Great Lakes: Lake Superior. The DAI is committed to contemporary curatorial practices and showcases innovative work via a roster of fresh exhibitions, featuring emerging to professional area artists as well as exceptional statewide and national art. Our three galleries encompass 2,500 square feet and are always free and open to the public. Didactic text, tours, and the Artist Talks series interprets the work, places it within the global arts context, and stimulates an understanding of process. An Arts Learning Lab adjacent to the galleries provides art books, reference materials, family activity packs, and other opportunities to reflect and engage with what’s on view. Free Family Days, youth art camps, and year-round educational programming for children and adults enables beginner to professional artists to develop their art forms and expand their practices. Community resources include painting and multipurpose classroom spaces, a darkroom, ceramics studios, a fiber studio, and professional development services for artists. Many of these learning opportunities take place at our satellite location, a renovated Carnegie library with historic landmark status now known as the Lincoln Center for Arts Education. By providing community connections, exhibition space, and opportunities for art making and arts exploration, engagement and learning, the DAI nurtures all facets of the visual arts in the Twin Ports.

We listen to your feedback—so we know what makes a membership worth it! Starting July 1, we’re rolling out updated membe...
05/29/2026

We listen to your feedback—so we know what makes a membership worth it!
 
Starting July 1, we’re rolling out updated membership tiers and prices, custom-fit to suit your needs, wherever you are in our vibrant arts community.
 
What’s in it for you?
✏️ Discounts on classes, camps, open/creative studios, and art purchases
✏️ Exhibiting your artwork in our Annual Member Show
✏️ A magazine subscription for the modern age—get HUE Art Magazine delivered to your door
✏️ High-quality artwork imaging options with our large-format scanner and photo studio
✏️ An easy way to support community-centered programs like Free ArtDAI, Art Night Out, free galleries, and weekly creative studio space
 
DAI membership does all that and more—check out the full list of member tiers, benefits, and upcoming changes on our membership page, LinkTree in bio.
 
🚨 Add or renew your membership before rates increase on July 1 to lock in a full year of membership at the current pricing, up to 1 year from your current expiration date.

Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your artwork? The DAI is now accepting proposals for our 2027/2028 Open C...
05/22/2026

Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your artwork?

The DAI is now accepting proposals for our 2027/2028 Open Call for exhibitions!

The Open Call launches today, May 22, 2026, and submissions will be accepted through July 17 at 11:59 PM CDT.

Know an artist who should apply? Share this post with them! 

For more information and submission guidelines, visit our Open Call page on our website.
Linktree in bio👉👉

Have a question? Contact the DAI Exhibitions Manager Madeline Kayser at [email protected]

05/20/2026

Are you staying in town for Memorial Day weekend?
 
We have the perfect plans for you! Come to our Free Art DAI this Saturday from 1–4 PM at the Lincoln Park Building.
 
Bring your family and friends to spend time creating artwork together while enjoying complimentary snacks and coffee donated by The Whole Foods Co-op
 
Share this with a crafting buddy you’d love to go with!
See you all soon!

Location: 2229 W Second St, Duluth MN
Date: May 23
Time: 1–4pm
Parking: Free Street Parking

Have you tried something new yet this month? ✍️✂️🏺🪡🖼️📸🎨DAI membership is a great first step in a new creative direction....
05/11/2026

Have you tried something new yet this month? ✍️✂️🏺🪡🖼️📸🎨

DAI membership is a great first step in a new creative direction. Visit our LinkTree to learn more!

[Art by Aurora Webster]

Guess what? We’re going to the gallery! There’s something special about seeing artwork in person—and even more exciting...
05/07/2026

Guess what? We’re going to the gallery!

There’s something special about seeing artwork in person—and even more exciting when it’s yours to take home.

Looking for the perfect gift for Mom? Explore original artworks in a wide range of mediums, sizes, and prices in the Annual Member Show. Purchase online, then bring Mom to the gallery to see her new artwork on view before it comes home.

Artwork by Carl Gawboy and Wendy Savage also available, and ready to come home today!

Perfect for Mother’s Day, birthdays, or simply adding something meaningful to your space, the collection is available to browse and purchase online anytime.
Become a DAI member for 10% off art purchases.

Images:
Wendy Gomez, “Compass”
Sue Rauschenfels, “We Are Still Here”
Tayna Beyer, “Artic Tern, Common Tern Young Cousins in a Snow Squall”
Margie Helstrom, “Vineyard”
Carl Gawboy, “Tying Up Mahnomen”
Angie Andresen, “Honey Wind”
Todd White, “Low-Maintenance Dahlias”
Diane Levar, “First Picking”
Tom Rauschenfels, “Freedom”

It’s officially May! ☀️ If you’re feeling behind on summer planning, just look to us for a week of summer fun in one of ...
05/01/2026

It’s officially May! ☀️ If you’re feeling behind on summer planning, just look to us for a week of summer fun in one of our art camps.

Our gallery is OPEN‼️We are thrilled to have 100+ multi media works in our gallery space for our 2026 Annual Member Show...
04/27/2026

Our gallery is OPEN‼️

We are thrilled to have 100+ multi media works in our gallery space for our 2026 Annual Member Show👏👏

Come by yourself or bring a friend to expereince the work and artists truths in person or explore the full show on the app.

Thinking about schedule a private tour for your group or organization? Contact our Exhibitions Manager Madeline Kayser, [email protected] to set up your tour.

We Hold These Truths is sponsored by the NEA

On view: April 21 – July 10

Hours: Mon–Fri | 12pm–5pm

Location: 130 W Superior St (US Bank Building Floor 4)

✅ You Voted—you made this award happen!“Green Heron” by Natalija Walbridge received the People's Choice Award at the Ann...
04/24/2026

✅ You Voted—you made this award happen!

“Green Heron” by Natalija Walbridge received the People's Choice Award at the Annual Member Show reception.

This show exists because of you—you are artists and arts supporters, and you make this creative community possible. Your membership matters!

See all 100+ artworks in person or explore the full show on the Bloomberg Connects app.

We Hold These Truths sponsored by National Endowment for the Arts.

Award sponsored by North Shore Bank

Congratulations to winner Dock 5, second place Ron Benson, and third place Kaia Nelson! 🤗

Address

130 W Superior Street, Suite 400
Duluth, MN
55802

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 5pm
Tuesday 12pm - 5pm
Wednesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

(218) 733-7560

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