Westbrook Arts Center

05/01/2026

Thankfully, we're already on our way, especially in the arts.

02/24/2026

Looking for a free digital painting program? This is an excellent one.

"Krita is a professional FREE and open source painting program. It is made by artists that want to see affordable art tools for everyone."

https://krita.org/en/

02/19/2026

Doing a little Perler bead art and beading on a dreary day recently.

02/14/2026

Here's a fun annual art contest open to Minnesota kids in grades K-12. 🐟

02/14/2026

In Mankato....

Art drop off for the Annual Juried Exhibition is next week, here is a little more information about submitting your work. This exhibition is for creatives at all stages, ages, and themes.

If you have any questions please reach out! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

02/14/2026

This is a wonderful event every spring! There are all kinds of interesting workshops in all different art fields and you get to hang out with fun and fabulous artists of all types, for a very small fee. You can register for one day or both, and you can stay on the site for a little extra too. Contact SMAC for more info.

Save the date & Find your inspiration...

It's that time of year again! Join SMAC and artists from across Southwest Minnesota for 1 & 1/2 days of networking and arts inspiration for our annual Artist Retreat on May 1 & 2! Workshop sessions are being created to appeal to artists of many disciplines.

The retreat will once again be held at Danebod Folk School in Tyler, MN for a “get-away” learning atmosphere. Overnight accommodations will be available, but not required; you can choose to come for one or both days! Friday evening we'll have an arts performance that will be free and open to the public, followed by an open mic! More details will be coming soon, be sure to watch for updates through our emails, social media (Facebook & Instagram) and our website.

12/10/2025

Make a watercolor wreath with salt, watercolor paints, and pens for details. ❄️

Send a message to learn more

11/29/2025

Make real art, write real words. Let us know if you'd like to come and do some making! Remember it's always free to use our materials and our space, because art should be accessible for everyone.

11/18/2025

11/14/2025

Are you a songwriter? Come join us for song circles soon. We’re exploring the possibility of creating a collaborative CD of local musicians too! Make your music. The world wants to hear it. ❤️