CREATE WITH US
Melrose Area Arts Council (MAAC) will help facilitate (strengthen) the connections, communication, and creativity of the diverse population of Melrose and the surrounding area. We will utilize local resources, materials, and talent to inspire art while inviting people of all ages and backgrounds to join in creating a more pleasing and inclusive atmosphere for our community.
WHO WE ARE
MAAC is a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to promoting arts resources and enhancing the cultural life of the Melrose area. We believe art is essential to building a healthy and vibrant community, and we are committed to providing opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to experience the joy of art.
We offer a variety of art programs and services, including:
Founded in 2021, we are always looking for new ways to engage the community in the arts. We welcome you to get involved!
MAAC
The Melrose Area Arts Council (MAAC) is planning to create a mural on the east wall of Midwest Automatic Products in Melrose, located across from Sauk River Park.
This project aims to create a reflective image of our District 740 Area. As we think about what’s important to us and share in this survey what themes we would like to see reflected in the mural, we are bringing communities together through art. We hope to represent the people, history, achievements, ethnicities, and life experiences of all ages.
The survey concluded the end of February. MAAC thanks everyone who participated in the survey. The results of the top three choices, demographics, and comments have been summarized. The community’s feedback will help us move to the next phases of the mural/grant proposal.
Mark your calendars and join us for the Melrose Area Festival of the Arts April 30 through May 3, 2025. We are planning a similar event to last year with a quilt exhibit, workshops in different areas of the arts, artist displays and demonstrations, local authors, and book readings. Come celebrate the arts in our communities!
We invite you to submit your art for display. Go to the Melrose Area Festival of the Arts page for more info.
Creative Gatherings are held during the winter months in October, November, January, February, and March at the Senior Activity Center in Melrose. They take place on Tuesday following the Soup Luncheons, which are sponsored by the Melrose Community Seniors on the second Wednesday of each month. All are welcome to attend and participate in learning from one another.
The Melrose Area Arts Council held their first official workshop Sunday, February 23. The event took place at the MGC Event Center in Meire Grove with MAAC member, Justine Meyer, leading the stained-glass painting workshop. It was a fun evening of learning, sharing and socializing.
Additional workshops will be offered in the coming months. Look for more information here.
A group of MAAC volunteers gathered at Cura of Melrose Senior Living Community Thursday, August 15, to paint flower boxes with residents. MAAC donated all the supplies needed. A group of motivated women painted 4×6-inch crates and decorated them with wooden cutouts. Several limitations of residents past painting experiences made for much laughter among all. Some of the items brought back memories of friends and family. After the painting and assembly was done, a variety of handmade and silk flowers were added to match the crates. Each individual‘s project was unique and charming, and the residents were very happy with their project and the time spent crafting.
On Thursday, August 29, a group of MAAC volunteers and seniors living at Cura of Melrose Senior Living Community enjoyed an afternoon of making card holders. These easy to make card holders are constructed of old CDs, foam, fabric and buttons. It required a little cutting and sewing. Everyone had fun making memories and telling stories, and the card holders will be very useful for the next card game.
MAAC website made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Central Minnesota Arts Board thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
