You Are Invited | Everyone is welcome to celebrate and experience Warroad RiverPlace’s first-ever solo art exhibit, “Repurpose, Preserve, Rejuvenate,” at a gallery open house and artist reception for mosaic creator Sherri Kruger-Kukowski on Saturday, January 18, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
The public is invited to browse the artwork, meet the artist, and socialize over light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments at this free event.
For the past 30 years, Kruger-Kukowski, a retired Badger educator and founder of Winding River Mosaics, has refined the art of multimedia mosaics, creatively incorporating various elements from antlers to snowshoes to rocks, even giving new life to second-hand materials like tables and chairs. Her work and arts advocacy have earned her numerous awards, grants, and media features. (Full biography: warroadriverplace.org/events)
“Repurpose, Preserve, Rejuvenate” consists of a diverse array of the artist’s collection, featuring pieces that reflect the beauty of nature — like local flora and fauna — and others that express a sense of community and shared identity.
“I hope this exhibit, which blends the old world art of mosaic with my personal twist, will leave you inspired and rejuvenated,” said Kruger-Kukowski.
“Sherri is not only a talented artist, she is also a great ambassador for the arts in northern Minnesota — one who educates and enthusiastically invites all into a shared space for creation and ideation, cultivating creative expression for our local communities. We invite you to explore her exhibit and to take the opportunity to visit with her at this event,” said John Davis, executive director of Warroad RiverPlace.
Experience "Repurpose, Preserve, Rejuvenate" at the Warroad RiverPlace art gallery from January 10 to March 8, 2025. It is free to visit Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
MACALESTER COLLEGE AFRICAN MUSIC ENSEMBLE
The artist reception will be followed by a free concert at 7:00 p.m. with the Macalester College African Drum Ensemble, hosted by the Warroad Schools Elementary Music Department. Learn more on Warroad RiverPlace’s social media or warroadriverplace.org/events.