GIINAWIND CREATIVE SPACE

The Giinawind Creative Space at MacRostie Art Center

Giinawind is an Ojibwemowin inclusive pronoun that means we/us and. It was chosen for the name of this program because it reflects the vision for a space that centers Indigenous art and artists while welcoming the whole community. It is a gathering place for the creative community, an opportunity for cultural connections, and a catalyst for community development through the arts

Exhibitions

GENERATIONS- Group Exhibition

November 7th- December 29th

Teresa LaDuke | Shaun Chosa

Kelly “Zhaawan” Martinson | Anthony Rivera

Mikwendamosewinan / Epiphanies by Eliza Klarer

January-February

THE ZINE SCENE WITH KWE HUMPHREY

What is a zine? A tiny, homemade magazine or booklet about your pet, favorite band, funny stories, anything you want! Using paper, scissors, and glue, letting you draw, write, or collage your own little book to share and express yourself.

Free
Noon-2pm

Ages 10+

Please register here so we can make sure to have enough supplies for everyone.

December 27th

Classes

YOUTH BEADING CIRCLE WITH NANCY KINGBIRD

This class will be rescheduled to a later date

Artist Nancy Kingbird will demonstrate and teach the techniques shown in the photo of her beaded handbag to help participants create a pop socket or personal phone bag.

Materials fee | $25

Ages | 13-18
11:30am-4PM

If you have questions please contact Geezis Humphrey giinawind@macrostieartcenter.org or call MacRostie Art Center 218-326-2697

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Events

Rob Fairbanks (The Rez Reporter)

January 9th | Doors - 6:30pm | Show - 7:00pm

Tickets | $15

If you cannot meet the asking price for a ticket you will not be turned away!

We are starting off the new year with some laughs to break up those January blues with Rob Fairbanks. Best known for his character the Rez Reporter and weather reports.

Rob Fairbanks was born and raised in Minneapolis, MN. He eventually moved to the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Reservation in 2009. He knew since 9 years old he wanted to be a comedian. In 2014, he started posting videos on Facebook called the Rez Report. After they went viral It opened the door for Rob to start his stand up comedy career.