Lanesboro Resident Artists: Liz Bucheit and Michael Seiler

Jewelry designers and goldsmiths Liz Bucheit & Michael Seiler find inspiration, support, and resources living and working in Lanesboro, Minnesota. Lanesboro, a town of fewer than 800 residents, is located on the Root River in the southeast corner of Minnesota. It features numerous arts and culture offerings including Lanesboro Arts, a multidisciplinary arts organization that supports both emerging and established artists, revitalizes public spaces, and helps builds a sense of community and civic pride.Lanesboro Arts Gallery showcases work by local artists and galleries and studios are plentiful in the area. In June, Lanesboro Arts produces its annual “Art in the Park” festival which brings more than 90 fine arts and craft exhibitors to town sell their work. The event also features live music, food, and family art activities. Other programming includes a artist residencies, free youth education projects, internship programs, performance art, film screenings, opportunities to participate in public art, and placemaking activities. Lanesboro Arts has brought innovative arts experiences to audiences for over 30 years, becoming a national model for empowering communities through the arts. http://lanesboroarts.org http://lanesboro.com