Hutchinson Center for the Arts

Bringing Art To Life

We are a thriving art hub enriching lives and building community.

Hutchinson Center for the Arts was built on a foundation of creative collaboration. From arts advocacy to arts programming, we create pathways for audiences and artists to connect through the arts. Together with our Arts and Culture Partner Organizations, we are able to achieve our mission: to broaden and deepen the arts experiences for Hutchinson and the surrounding communities. 

Your donation supports: 

Community Outreach

Last year, we reached nearly 1,200 people through our free programming such as Youth Art Day and numerous activities at local events. By partnering with the farmers market, county fair, public library, and the city, we are able to increase our connections in the community and ensure art is accessible for all. Donations provide the materials required to offer these programs and keep them free.

Artists

Every year, we highlight emerging and established artists from across Minnesota in our Visual Arts Exhibition Series. Additionally, we hold an annual Community Showcase and Youth Art Show. This year we offered our first annual showcase called Visible, for local artists with disabilities. All together, these shows brought in nearly 1,600 viewers to our gallery last year. We also feature local artists and artisans in our sales gallery, highlighting the talent in our region.

Education

Throughout the year, we offer educational opportunities through classes and workshops taught by local and visiting artists. These opportunities are offered to all ages and allow the community to learn about art in a hands-on on way while connecting with other creative individuals. Your donations provide scholarships, materials, and stipends to our educators.

Partner Organizations

We partner with 11 other Arts and Culture Organizations in the community, providing vital administrative support, fiscal sponsorship, insurance, storage and event space. Our outstanding Partner Organizations include: Crow River Area Youth Orchestra (CRAYO), Crow River Singers, Crow River Youth Choir, FungusAmongus Players, Historic Hutchinson, Hutchinson Parks & Rec, Hutchinson Theatre Company, Litchfield Area Male Chorus, MN Pottery Festival, RiverSong Music Festival, and No Lines Improv Troupe.