Minnesota Valley – Open House
Minnesota Valley is a photographic exploration of the land, water, and life shaped by the Minnesota River. This exhibition traces the contours of a region defined not by political borders, but by the subtle geography of a river basin—where prairie meets bluff, and farmland gives way to wetlands, woods, and winding currents.
Through diverse visual voices, the photographs in this show reveal the layered character of the valley: ecological richness, agricultural rhythms, historical echoes, and the quiet endurance of place. From Big Stone Lake to the confluence at Mendota, the Minnesota Valley becomes more than a backdrop—it emerges as a living landscape, both familiar and deeply complex.
This exhibition features work by members of the Crosstown Camera Club, based in Edina, Minnesota. The club brings together passionate photographers working across styles, techniques, and subject matter. Their shared commitment to creative growth and photographic excellence gives rise to a dynamic visual interpretation of the Minnesota Valley, informed by curiosity, craftsmanship, and connection to place.
This exhibition invites viewers to consider how human activity, natural forces, and time intersect along the river corridor. It offers not only a survey of scenery, but a meditation on belonging, transformation, and the stories held by this essential artery of southern Minnesota.
Date
- Sep 14 2025
Time
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
- 6601 Auto Club Road, Bloomington, MN
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Phone
9529441423
Organizer
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Kouba Gallery
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Phone
9529441423 -
Email
Ikes@iwlamnvalley.org -
Website
https://iwlamnvalley.org/kouba-gallery/