Mineral Point - Visitors Guide 2008 - (Page 13) the arts of mineral point been recognized as an artist magnet There is Mineral Point has for decades.spirit that a lively creative and independent flavors the community. Since the 1930s, people of passion and talent have been drawn to the beauty and simplicity of this historic city. The details that led so many artists to Mineral Point vary, but a common thread seems to weave them together – a strong sense of belonging to this place where • creativity is the very fabric of our being. Potters, weavers, glass artists, painters, photographers, sculptors, and woodworkers live and work here, lending a unique quality to this small Wisconsin community. One of the special things about Pottery kiln after a firing. a trip to Mineral Point is the chance to purchase artwork from the artists you meet, a lasting memory of your journey here. Mineral Point artists host Gallery Night four times each year – the first Saturdays in April, June, August and December. Stroll the streets, visit the artists, stay for dinner. Fifteen or more galleries stay open until 9 pm and feature new works of art. A listing of the featured galleries is available at www.mineralpoint.com/living_ art/gallery_ night.html The December Gallery Night is even more magical as the sidewalks are lined with hundreds of luminaria, evoking a nostalgic Dickensonian holiday mood. welcome to mineral point 13 http://mineralpoint.com/living_art/gallery_night.html http://mineralpoint.com/living_art/gallery_night.html http://mineralpoint.com/living_art/gallery_night.html
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