February 2023
CoFlourish Exhibition
CoFlourish is a group exhibition featuring works of art created during the pandemic, in Montana. CoFlourish features 30 artists who have created individual works of art and collaborative pieces created by artists at a distance from each other. The project began in the Spring of 2020 in response to the isolation and lost opportunities many artists were experiencing during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. The art in this exhibition ranges from painting to textiles and everything in-between!
Find out more »Legendary Landscapes a Dawson Shafer Exhibition
In this collection oil paintings on canvas, artist Dawson Shafer aims to ca pture the both a feeling and a unique perspective in every one of his works. This collection features work that depicts North Dakota landscapes, nature paintings and a dreamscape.
Find out more »March 2023
Dave Torrence Exhibition
Memorial Reception to open the Dave Torrence Exhibition will be held Friday, March 24th from 4-6pm. Everyone is invited to come share memories of Dave Torrence with his friends and family and view his life's work on display at the MDHC. Dave Torrence (1938-2022) was an influential member of the Sidney art community for many years. He was the Sidney High School Art Teacher for 25 years, inspiring many students to be brilliant in their own creative ways. Torrence also served…
Find out more »April 2023
Linda Olson – Museum Inspiration Exhibition
Linda Olson's Exhibition Museum Inspiration showcases ceramics that span a wide variety of styles, shapes, and techniques. From bowls to vases and stoneware to porcelain, Olson's ceramics exhibition will amaze you with its creator's skill and variety of pieces. Linda Olson teaches as a full professor at Minot State University, as she has since 1990. She chaired the Humanities Division at Minot State University from 2006 to 2015. Galleries throughout the region have frequently exhibited Olson’s artworks. Nationally recognized jurors…
Find out more »Youth Art Show
The 2023 Youth Art Show features artwork from 7th-12th grade students from area schools! Join us to enjoy the work of the area’s talented youth, and vote for the People’s Choice awards for each grade division. Reception & Awards Ceremony on Friday, April 28th @ 6pm. Sponsored by Edward Jones Financial Advisors: Jerry Hughes, Jamie Malsam, Nick Lonski, Lauren Sukut, and Jace Johnson. The MonDak Heritage Center is open Tuesday-Friday from 10-4 and Saturday from 1-4. Admission is FREE. Contact…
Find out more »Vietnam Voices
Vietnam Voices is a history exhibit created by the Western Heritage Center in Billings Montana. The exhibit features the powerful stories of 81 Vietnam veterans. Through individual interviews, a diary of a Montana veteran, and letters written by a Montana pilot who was killed in action, through this exhibit the Western Heritage Center encapsulates the sights and sounds of the Vietnam Conflict, at war and at home. According to the interviews, service men and women encountered very different experiences from…
Find out more »May 2023
Lacey Holmen – “Western Pride” Exhibition
Lacey Holmen’s creative passion includes watercolor, acrylic and occasionally wood. Having started off in drawing, she has expanded into acrylic, eventually growing into watercolor and then taking steps into wood art. Lacey’s style is more realism. She states, “Animals have always been my main subject matter. Horses became my main focus ever since the passing of my father in 2013. Horses have unique lines throughout their body from the muscles when running, to the neck turn. The brush strokes create…
Find out more »Water Works Art Museum Juried Exhibit – The Devil’s in the Details
In this annual show, mysteries, puzzles, and t reasures are hidden in the details of practically everything. When we notice the small stuff, fascinating things can happen. When we don’t, the unexpected can strike. Whether we catch the details or are surprised as things unfold, an artistic interpretation sheds beauty on even the darkest nook and cranny in this exhibition.
Find out more »Vietnam Voices Open House
Join us in honoring the sacrifices made during the Vietnam War and the time served by so many and say thank you to all of our Veterans.
Find out more »June 2023
Carol Hartman “Courage Enough” Exhibition & Opening Reception
Join us for an artist reception on Friday, June 9th from 4-6 pm. Come meet the artist, hear the stories and inspiration behind her paintings, and enjoy light refreshments. Born and raised in Charley Creek, Carol graduated from Sidney Senior High. Her formal art training came from Montana State University in Bozeman, and from California State University in Fresno. After teaching at CSU-Fresno, and exhibiting both paintings and installations both at home and abroad, Carol returned to Montana several years…
Find out more »July 2023
Pat Olding “Montana Fabric” Exhibition
Join us at the MonDak Heritage Center on Friday, July 7th from 5pm – 7pm for a reception for Montana artist Pat Olding. Olding’s art exhibition Montana Fabric will be on display at the MDHC until August 26th. Olding’s Montana Fabric Exhibition contains paintings that incorporate Montana quilt patterns, wildlife, and images of the west. With a palette knife, Pat Olding pairs majestic animals with painted Montana graphic quilt patterns on each of her canvases. She finds the process of…
Find out more »August 2023
42nd Annual Quilt & Needlework Show
42nd Annual Quilt Show August 30 to October 7, 2023 The MonDak Heritage Center is proud to present the 42nd Annual Quilt & Needlework Show, which opened on August 30th and runs through October 7th. This colorful exhibit features dozens of quilts and needlework form local and regional quilters, crafters, and artists. Come enjoy the fine detail and intricate design of each piece. Then have your voice heard as you vote for you favorites. The top three vote getters in…
Find out more »J.K. Ralston “Art & Signs of the Times” Exhibit
An exhibit of the MDHC’s vast permanent collection of Ralston’s works is currently on display at the MDHC. Come learn more about J.K. Ralston, the famous painter of the MonDak and the Old West, & view his works from our permanent collection. From paintings to commercial signs Ralston preserved the history of the MonDak in many beautiful and unique ways.
Find out more »September 2023
The Life & Art of J.K. Ralston Guest Lecture
The MonDak Heritage Center Hosts “The Life & Art of J.K. Ralston” a Presentation by J.K Ralston’s Granddaughter, A’Lisa Scott, on September 8th. Join us at the MonDak Heritage Center on September 8th at 6pm to hear from A’Lisa Scott, Ralson’s granddaughter and family spokesperson about his life, his art, and his legacy of recording the Old West. Scott will share with us Ralson’s life and the paintings, sketches and sculptures to which he dedicated his life’s work. A’Lisa Scott…
Find out more »MDHC Annual Meeting
Join us for a fun afternoon of prizes, presentations, and great company!
Find out more »Homer’s The Odyssey performed by Montana Repertory Theatre
The Northeastern Arts Network kicks off their Big Sky Concert Series on September 14th when Montana Repertory Theatre presents “THE ODYSSEY” adapted by BRIANDANIEL OGLESBY. The Odyssey follows the journey of Odysseus as he encounters Cyclops, sirens, and more on his 10-year voyage home after the Trojan War. Oglesby’s adaptation condenses this sprawling tale into a fast-paced, slapstick comedy performed by a small ensemble of three actors playing dozens of characters. Through imaginative storytelling and physical comedy, the play captures the poetry and tragedy of the original work while making…
Find out more »Wine Bottle Wind Chimes
Create your own decorative wind chimes made from recycled wine bottles with Tammy!
Find out more »October 2023
Sean Chandler “The One Defined to Be No One” Artist Reception & Exhibition
Sean Chandler’s “The One Defined To Be No One” Artist Reception Friday, October 13th! Join us at the MonDak Heritage Center on Friday, October 13th from 4 pm – 6 pm for a reception for Montana artist Sean Chandler. Chandler’s amazing art exhibition “The One Defined To Be No One” will be on display at the MDHC until December 9th. Sean Chandler (Aaniiih) grew up in Glendive, Montana, and his family was among the only Native family in the community.…
Find out more »MonDak Mayhem Lantern Tours
A living history event, where tour groups will get to meet characters from the past who will describe true stories of MonDak mayhem. This event is part of the Sidney Fall Fest! Buy tickets online at https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sidney-fall-festival-436086 or in person or by phone at the MonDak Heritage Center.
Find out more »Pub Night at the MonDak
Get your tickets today! This annual fundraising event for the MonDak Heritage Center & Northeastern Arts Network will have it all: Food, Music, & Fun! Colorado singer-songwriter Rebecca Folsom and her band will perform on October 26th as part of the Northeastern Arts Network Big Sky Concert Series. Rebecca believes every lyric, every note, every musical collaboration carries the potency to change the world. With her new recording, Sanctuary, Rebecca is on a mission to do that one listener at a time. Moving…
Find out more »November 2023
Dance Night at the MonDak
Spend the evening learning how to dance! Country swing, two step, waltz, & ballroom lessons! November 3 @ 7 pm Members: $10 Not Yet Members: $15
Find out more »Acrylics with Phyllis Sederquest
Learn professional painting techniques to create your acrylic piece. All levels welcome.
Find out more »Miniature Art Show
Check out the winners of this year's show in the program and then come in and see the art in person! View the 2023 Miniature Art Show Program The 33rd Annual Miniature Art Show will be on display from Nov. 15, 2023 through Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024 at the MonDak Heritage Center. One of the best and most anticipated art shows of the year, the Miniature Art Show highlights artists from around the world who work in the miniature format!…
Find out more »Sabrina Ramey “Made of Prairie” Exhibition
Sabrina Ramsey of Williston, ND has an amazing lens for capturing the beauty of eastern Montana and North Dakota. This exhibit features photographs highlighting the four seasons and homesteader relics of northwest North Dakota and northeast Montana on wrapped canvas. Most pieces are 44 x 22 but there are some smaller images, as well. Ramsey turns every day scenes like grass fields with rusty cars into views of interest and color. Each photograph tells a story of the seasons and…
Find out more »Family Day at the MonDak
At Family Day ceramics projects are only $15 each! The class is first come first serve while supplies last. We have a wide selection of fall, winter, holiday, and other items! There will also be gift shop deals & free hot chocolate so bring the entire family to explore the MDHC on Saturday, November 18th!
Find out more »Thriving in the MonDak Chill Exhibit
An exhibit of the MDHC’s historical photo archives of winter's gone by in the MonDak featuring a display of winter coats, hats, muffs, and more. Come view how the past citizens of our area braved and thrived in the chilly temperatures. From footwarmers to fur coats, it is on display in the MDHC front gallery.
Find out more »December 2023
MonDak Christmas in Whoville
MonDak Christmas is an afternoon of fun for the whole family. Enjoy entertainment, an art project for youth, bake sale, Grinch Gift Giveaway and, as in the past, take a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus. While you visit, make sure to check out our great gift shop to find the perfect holiday gifts for friends and family. We’re taking donations of bake sale goodies up to the morning of the event. Contact us at (406) 433-3500 for more information…
Find out more »Communities West V
Communities West V is the fifth iteration of a biennial exchange co-curated by Andrew Rice and Sukha Worob. The folio was created with the intention of building community among printmakers living in, or with unyielding ties to the Western United States. As members of the Western printmaking community, we have a vested interest in reinforcing the printmaking community in the west. The folio, through organically built additions to the group, provides a lens into the state of printmaking in the West.…
Find out more »January 2024
Walk In Ceramics Workshop
Start out the new year right with a hand glazed coin bank or new mug!
Find out more »Dramatic Moments: Frederic Remington’s Early Engravings
This exhibit presents an outstanding collection of large-size, vintage Harper’s Weekly engravings by Frederic Remington. These are the images that launched Remington’s illustration career, and that provided the platform from which he evolved into one of the West’s most famous fine art painters. The images not only document Remington’s rise to prominence and wealth, but also chronicle the convulsive events in the closing decades of the western frontier era. Furthermore, Remington’s consummate skill in rendering the horse in motion is…
Find out more »MDHC’s Community St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Join us for a fun afternoon of Irish music, walk-in ceramics, soup and snacks, and the story of Francis Meagher. Featuring music and artist talk by Stephen Glueckert.
Find out more »February 2024
Rhythm & Whimsy
Sculpture Exhibition by Richard Swanson Richard Swanson began this series of small-scale metal sculptures in 2013 after a decade of creating monumental public sculpture. The intimate scale of this body of work offers a level of spontaneity difficult to achieve in larger works, reflecting a freer use of color, form and line, embracing an improvisational and syncopated style of working that is as much about process and play as the final product. Swanson considers these sculptures visual poems whose…
Find out more »The Odyssey of Montana’s Thomas Francis Meagher by Stephen Glueckert
To describe Meagher’s life-journey as an odyssey is not an exaggeration. Like the legendary Odysseus, he was blown by the winds of war and fate to the four corners of the earth. Art engages the heart as well as the mind and is one of the most effective ways to engross an audience, pique their interest, and increase their awareness of history. As you spend time with Stephen Glueckert’s expressive oil pastel drawings you will feel the danger, energy, and…
Find out more »Celebrating Chocolate – Broadway 2024!
Get your tickets now for Celebrating Chocolate at the "Corner of Broadway and Monday"! Click on this link or stop by for tickets! Click here for online tickets. Celebrating Chocolate returns to the MonDak Heritage Center on Saturday, February 10th at 7pm. This year’s Celebrating Chocolate theme will bring attendees to the “Corner of Broadway & MonDak” with Broadway stars NIC + DESI! Throughout the evening, guests will be entertained as NIC + DESI sing famous show tunes while performing…
Find out more »March 2024
Americana Women Concert – A Northeastern Arts Network Concert
From Dolly to Loretta, Shania to Tammy, the Carter Family to the Chicks, you’ll be sure to be singing and clapping to The Americana Women! These Queens of Country and Folk are a group from New York City with sold out shows from coast to coast. Nominated for a regional broadwayworld.com Award their show stands out with incredible female singing musicians at the helm. Effortlessly switching from classic harmony to sizzling solos, these gals bring a fresh take to the…
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