The Reedy Gallery

The Reedy Gallery, established through the generosity of Darwin and Geri Reedy, offers eclectic interpretations of nature's beauty, outdoor landscapes and scenes by talented, award-winning artists with roots in Minnesota. Works in oil, pastel, watercolor, acrylic and other media add nature-inspired artistry to engage visitors in exploring the beauty and wonders of the outdoors at the Arboretum.

Typically, four to five fine art exhibits are presented each year, touching on seasonal themes and explorations. Informal tours are offered weekly by trained volunteer docents and staff. Often, artists talks and painting demonstrations are scheduled in the Great Hall or in the gardens to round out the exhibit. Reedy Gallery exhibits are open year-round during Visitor Center hours and are free with Arboretum admission. 

Art in the Reedy Gallery is for sale, with a portion of the proceeds from each sale directly benefitting the Arboretum as well as helping to support the local arts community.  Purchases can be made through the Arboretum Gift Store.

Current Exhibition

  • Visions from the Land: Native Interpretations

    Jan. 12-March 26

    Brown and black horse heads with open mouths art
    Blue water with white lines and a yellow butterfly

    Don’t miss this unique opportunity to view the work of four regional Indigenous artists — James Autio, Gordon Coons, Anna Johnson and Ivy Vainio. Each artist uses a different technique or process to produce captivating art inspired by the natural world. On Opening Night of the Spring Flower Show, Feb. 2, Gordon Coons will present an ArtTalk at 6:30 p.m. about his Ojibwa woodland style of paintings, which involve burning cedar to make fumage and smoke art embellished with 24-karat goldleaf. 

    This exhibit is included with general daily admission; free for members, $15 for non-members ages 16 and older; free for ages 15 and younger. 

    Artist Meet & Greet with Gordon Coons

    Thursday, Feb. 2 at 6:30 p.m. during the Opening Night of the Flower Show. Tickets cost $10 for members, $25 for non-members and $5 for ages 2-15.

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Upcoming Exhibitions

Past Exhibitions

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Show Your Work

The Arboretum is pleased to work with the local arts community in curating and organizing exhibits  Please contact arts curator, Wendy DePaolis at [email protected] if you are interested in showing your work as part of a future exhibit.

Sign-up for an Adult Art Class

From beginner to advanced and everything in between. Painting, drawing, textile and jewelry are just some of the more than 50 classes offered each year at the Arb. Classes are designed to engage the creative part of your brain and build community. 

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