North Shore Artists League Announces 7th Annual Member Show at Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery

The North Shore Artists League (NSAL) is pleased to announce its 7th Annual Member Show, "Beneath the Snow: What Winter Hides, Spring Reveals," hosted at the Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery. The exhibition will open with a public reception on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and will remain on display through May 17, 2026. 

This year’s theme, "Beneath the Snow: What Winter Hides, Spring Reveals," invites regional artists to explore the transition of the northern landscape. The collection features a diverse range of mediums including oil and acrylic painting, photography, fiber arts, glass, and woodworking, reflecting the unique creative community of the Arrowhead Region and the North Shore of Lake Superior. 

"The Annual Member Show is a cornerstone event for our league," says James Ellis, President of the North Shore Artists League. "It provides a vital opportunity for our members—from seasoned professionals to passionate practitioners—to share their interpretations of the coastal environment and the seasonal shifts that define our home." 

The opening reception on April 24 offers an opportunity for the public to meet the artists and celebrate the local talent that characterizes the North Shore art scene. Admission to the gallery is free, though donations to the Cook County Historical Society, which operates the Johnson Heritage Post, are welcomed.

Event Details: 

What: North Shore Artists League 7th Annual Member Show 

Theme: "Beneath the Snow: What Winter Hides, Spring Reveals"

Where: Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery, 115 W. Wisconsin St., Grand Marais, MN 55604 Opening Reception: Friday, April 24, 2026 | 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. 

Exhibition Dates: April 24 – May 17, 2026 

Gallery Hours: Please visit cookcountyhistory.org/johnson-heritage-post-art-gallery for current hours.

About the North Shore Artists League 

The North Shore Artists League is a 501(c)(7) non-profit organization dedicated to being "by artists, for artists." The League fosters a supportive community through collaboration, inspiration, and regional "art pods" that connect creatives across the Arrowhead Region of Minnesota. For more information, visit northshoreartistsleague.org. 

About the Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery 

Located in the heart of Grand Marais, the Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery features revolving exhibits of local and regional artists alongside a permanent collection of original works by Anna C. Johnson. The gallery is operated by the Cook County Historical Society.