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Every bend in the river: St. Croix Valley becomes one big art fair in September

One river, two states, fourteen events, seven river towns, amazing fine art, pottery, music and more.

By Greg Seitz | August 28, 2018 | 2 minute read

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Via ArtReach St. Croix:

Spirit of the St. Croix Art Fair in Hudson (Courtesy Take Me To The River)

September 8-23, 2018

The natural beauty of the St. Croix River has attracted artists and outdoor enthusiasts for generations. This wild and scenic river and its tree-covered bluffs create a breathtaking backdrop for Take Me to the River.

You are invited to create your own experience as you explore the region’s art fairs, open artist studios, pottery events and exhibitions.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the river and the incredible art it inspires. You don’t want to miss it.

Sample Itineraries

Weekend 1

  • Kicking It All Off
  • Take the Kids to the River – Act I

Weekend 2

  • Art…Personal Style
  • Romantic Weekend Getaway
  • Take the Kids to the River – Act II

Weekend 3

  • Artful Afternoon Drive
  • For the Love of Pottery
  • Fun by the Falls Weekend
  • River Crossing Art Tour
  • Take the Kids to the River – Act III

Anchor Events

September 8

  • Art on the Kinni – River Falls, WI

September 14-16

  • Abnet Farm Art Show & Sale – Stillwater, MN
  • “Heart of the River: Celebrating the First 50 Years of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway” Exhibition – Hudson, WI
  • Marine Art Fair – Marine on St. Croix, MN
  • Sharon Weiser Art Studio Sale – Stillwater, MN

September 21-23

  • Afton Art in the Park – Afton, MN
  • Mary Jo Van Dell – Judd Street Exchange – Marine on St. Croix, MN
  • Spirit of the St. Croix Art Festival – Hudson, WI
  • Franconia Art & Artists Celebration – Shafer, MN Saturday only

River Valley Potters, September 21-23

  • Peter Jadoonath Backyard Pottery Sale, Shafer, MN
  • Guillermo Cuellar & Friends Fall Sale, Shafer, MN
  • Nick Earl Fall Pottery Sale at Abnet Farm, Stillwater MN
  • Western Wisconsin Pottery Tour – Husdon, River Falls & Roberts, WI

Throughout September

  • “A Story of the St. Croix: Patterns of Change” Gallery Exhibition – Stillwater, MN

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