Coming Home Exhibition at KCHS
Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
Kandiyohi County Historical Society, 610 NE Hwy 71, Willmar, MN, 56201, United States · New Brighton, MN
About this event
The Cogelow Art Center presents Coming Home An exhibition of woodcarvings by Fred Cogelow with selected works by area artists: Jesse Garcia, Mary La Patka, Shalese Sands, & Ana Serrano The Cogelow Art Center is hosting its inaugural exhibition, Coming Home, from September 28 through October 30 at the Kandiyohi County Historical Society in Willmar. The exhibition features woodcarvings by internationally renowned woodcarver Fred Cogelow, along with selected works by four area artists: Jesse Garcia, Mary La Patka, Shalese Sands, and Ana Serrano. Two Cogelow masterpieces are coming home to the area: Dog Dies Running and The Swing Is Broken. Both works have been given to the Cogelow Art Center on long-term loan by Kay Thompson in memory of her late husband, trial lawyer Joe Thompson. Exhibition Hours Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m.–2 p.m. The exhibition is free and open to the public. Stop by the Artists’ Reception on Tuesday, Sept. 29th from 5-7pm at the Kandiyohi County Historical Society to meet the artists. About the Cogelow Art Center The Cogelow Art Center aspires to enrich lives and build a vibrant community by celebrating creative expression, inspiring connections through shared art experiences, and showcasing the works of internationally renowned woodcarver Fred Cogelow Plans for the future home of the Cogelow Art Center continue to take shape as community members, partners, artists, and supporters work together to bring this vision to life. While the location is still being determined, the commitment remains unchanged: to create a destination that honors Fred Cogelow’s legacy and that engages people of all ages, cultures, interests, and abilities in meaningful artistic experiences. Learn more about the Cogelow Art Center at CogelowArtCenter.org.
Event details
- Date and time
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT
- Venue
- Kandiyohi County Historical Society, 610 NE Hwy 71, Willmar, MN, 56201, United States · New Brighton, MN
- Category
- Museums & exhibitions
- Cost
- Cost not stated
- Age guidance
- Age guidance not specified
- Format
- In person
- Last verified
- October 1, 2026
Accessibility
Wheelchair: Not stated
Assistive Listening: Not stated
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