this will be a season of unforgettable moments
Get ready for powerhouse concerts, gallery openings, art studio workshops & brand new events
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In rural Minnesota, the arts are not a luxury but a lifeline — and this moment requires sustained investment to ensure small communities continue to have access to creative spaces that foster connection, opportunity, and cultural vitality close to home.
featured artists
PK Mayo
May 30, 2026
7 pm
PK Mayo is GREAT!!
"He’s racked up a shelf of awards, including induction into both the Minnesota Blues Hall of Fame and the Minnesota Rock & Country Hall of Fame. Mayo’s abilities playing slide guitar (acoustic and electric) with his rare touch, feel and dynamism on the instruments, combined with his accomplished original songwriting and soulful vocals — Mayo is the complete package".
Minnesota Guitar Society
art bites
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gallery @ armory
May 21, 2026, 11:30-1
Tibetan Prayer Flags
Guest Instructor: Jody Zieman
Rooted in pre-Buddhist Tibet, prayer flags carry messages of peace and goodwill to the world. In this Art Bites session, you will create your own paper version, embellished with the words and symbols of your choosing.
Lunch is included in ticket price
Year of the Horse
a collab with Giiwedinong Museum
Opens April 30th @ Gallery @ the Armory
Reception Saturday, May 2, 2026 1-3
11-4
Every other Sunday, Studio 3 opens its doors to artists seeking a community oriented creative space. We have many supplies for you to use. Check our calendar below for future dates.
$5 for 5 hours
Open Art Studio
the calendar
volunteer opportunities
want to be a part of something bigger?
we need help this fall and winter
cleaning, painting, concessions, tear down, mowing, shoveling and much more
email: manager@parkrapidsarmory.org
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past events
our vision
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our mission
The Armory Arts & Event Center is the area’s leading arts and events center, bringing creative experiences to the heart of Minnesota. With a wide array of programs like live music, art workshops, and engaging community events, The Armory Arts fosters connections and inspires creativity. Whether you're attending a powerhouse concert, exploring a gallery, or participating in a workshop, our venue is dedicated to enriching the cultural vitality of Park Rapids and beyond.
our current board
President: Brian Ahart
Vice President: Mary Arneson
Treasurer: Katie Kueber
Secretary: Nancy Carroll
Gail Ahart
Mike Bruhn
Paul Dove
Nicole Kirchner
Julie Kjenaas
Steve Peloquin
thank you
to our donors
to our volunteers
to our artists & musicians
to our community
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