The south shore of Lake Bemidji has an added artistic touch following the installation of four imaginative benches along State Highway 197 as part of the Bemidji Sculpture Walk on Wednesday.
Despite a tumultuous past year for the community, the Bemidji Sculpture Walk has come into its 22nd consecutive year, bringing with it continued support of local businesses and tourism, as well as more Native American inclusivity and modern upgrades.
Art related events going on around the community
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Pioneer Staff Report | 7:40 am, Mar. 13, 2021 ×
Anishinaabe Arts Initiative seeks applicants
BEMIDJI The Anishinaabe Arts Initiative Fellowship is now accepting applications to provide funding to Native American artists to fuel their art.
Applicants must be from the surrounding counties including Beltrami, Clearwater, Hubbard, Mahnomen, Lake of the Woods, Becker, Roseau, Cass or Itasca. The goal of the AAI Fellowship Program is to assist the region’s most talented Native American artists in furthering and innovating their work, a release said.
One $5,000 award will be granted. The funds can be used for, but not limited to, exploring new directions or continuing work in progress, production costs, materials, equipment, collaborative or community projects, travel, research or study to further their art.