Danish folk musician Kristian Bugge will join WB Reid to perform at the next Bemidji Contra Dance on May 16, 2026, in Solway.

Over 30 Northlanders from more than 20 schools earned "Spotlight on the Arts" awards to have their work featured at the state festival May 9, 2026, at Wayzata High School.

“Ghost Lake” is a Native-led short film that's been in the works since last year. Director and writer Ginew Benton joined “Area Voices” to discuss the production.

The film “Small Town Girl,” which was filmed in Northern Minnesota, is set to premiere in April in three special screenings. Producer/Director Bill Cooper joined “Area Voices” to discuss the film.

Duluth artist Carolyn Olson’s exhibit “Mutual Aid and Chosen Family” is at the MacRostie Art Center in Grand Rapids until April 25, 2026.

After a six-year hiatus, Bemidji State University's TAD Film Festival returns at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 15, 2026, in the Hagg Sauer building.

People who work with youth poets around the state want to give them a larger voice, as many are sharing their feelings through artistic expression.

“From Palette to Patina: The Eclectic Art of Cheryl Bannes” is at the Armory Arts and Events Center in Park Rapids until April 25, 2026.

“Area Voices” hit the road to visit the annual five-day Ely Film Festival. Andrew Dziengel talked with the festival’s director and program director.

Bemidji State University Talley Gallery's featured exhibit is “Cyrus Swann: Artist.” Mitch Blessing joined “Area Voices” to discuss Swann’s work and artistic legacy.