The MC Art Collective is a group of local artists, educators, and neighbors working to grow something new in our small town. We care about young creatives, lifelong learners, and anyone curious about making art a part of their life. We believe art builds community, nurtures expression, and helps breathe life into the places we call home.

At the MC Art Collective, we’re passionate about making art accessible and creating meaningful connections through creativity. We organize art exhibitions and classes, host visiting artists, and lead collaborative projects, concerts, and art-focused trips — all designed to spark inspiration and community engagement.

Some of our recent highlights include:

• The annual Art Gala and Art Walk

• “Painting the Town”, a public art initiative turning everyday spaces into vibrant installations

• Collaboration with Big C Creative on an upcoming documentary about local surrealist Gertrude Abercrombie → gertrudefilm.com

• Set design support for MCHS musicals and plays

• Murals and window painting for local celebrations like the Rhubarb Festival

• The YMCA Interactive Sidewalk Project

• Arts and culture trips to cities like Chicago and Milwaukee

• Annual scholarships for young and emerging artists

We believe in the power of the arts to connect, uplift, and transform — and we’re just getting started.

There are lots of ways to support the MC Art Collective—whether you want to lend a hand, share your skills, donate supplies, or just show up and cheer us on. However you get involved, you’re helping creativity grow in our community. → Click here to learn more.