From contemporary exhibitions to historic works of art, MMAM engages visitors and the community with great art inspired by water.
Current Exhibitions
Upcoming Events
This summer, immerse yourself in the beauty and power of water through art at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum! Every Saturday from June through August, join us for a 30-minute guided tour highlighting artworks that celebrate water’s influence on artists across time and place.
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Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and creative spirit of the Driftless Region with Mississippi Sippin’, MMAM’s beloved summer music series. Now part of our Third Thursdays, these concert are set against the stunning backdrop of the Mississippi River. This all-ages event invites you to unwind with a live outdoor performances, specials at the MMAM Shoppe, and culinary delights and beverages from MMAM’s Waterbar Cafe + Provisions.
Third Thursdays at MMAM, your new reason to start the weekend early.
With $5 gallery admission after 5 - 8p, a program highlight each month, and Happier Hour at MMAM’s new Waterbar Cafe + Provisions, Third Thursdays will become your new favorite night of the month.
Join acclaimed plein air artist Bob Upton for a two-day outdoor workshop exploring the expressive potential of gouache, a luminous and versatile medium that bridges watercolor and oil. Working along the banks of the Mississippi River, participants will learn to see and paint with clarity, confidence, and spontaneity.
This summer, immerse yourself in the beauty and power of water through art at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum! Every Saturday from June through August, join us for a 30-minute guided tour highlighting artworks that celebrate water’s influence on artists across time and place.
→ learn more.
This mindfulness-based program focuses on exploring themes that support our health through creativity and play, inspired by MMAM galleries.