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Mayo Civic Center
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Unlock the magic of your special day at the Rochester Art Center, where art meets elegance and riverside romance mingles with urban sophistication. Nestled on the banks of the Zumbro River in the heart of downtown Rochester, our venue offers more than just a beautiful space – it offers an unforgettable experience.
The Rochester Art Center extends beyond securing a distinctive location. This venue seamlessly connects to hotels and restaurants. Imagine saying 'I do' with the city's skyline as your backdrop and celebrating with your loved ones in a setting that's as unique as your love story.
Rochester Art Center is a modern wedding venue in Rochester, MN.
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1/06/25
Sometimes life can be stressful, right? The Rochester Art Center offers an oasis to energize the mind and nourish the spirit. My family enjoyed the fun mini-golf and designer chair exhibit over the holidays. I’ve also enjoyed talks by artists a...
nd figure drawing sessions. Maya Angelou said, “ You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.” The Rochester Art Center provides a welcoming environment to utilize and explore your artistic talents.
8/14/25
The Rochester Art Center is a beautiful and welcoming place both inside and out. You don't have to be an artist yourself to find meaning here - even if you only have a free hour! Exhibits are thought provoking, carefully curated, and centered...
around artists with a connection to this region. No matter the weather - there is something here for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Staff are especially helpful and are keen to make your visit an accessible and enjoyable one. Artist spotlight tours and outdoor sculpture tours are very special as well. There are some truly unique finds in the gift shop!
3/24/25
The Rochester Art Center is a great way to open your mind to the value of art in our world. Specifically, there is a nice collection of student art from high schools of South Eastern Minnesota. The current special exhibition of chair is excell...
ent, and the curators were extremely creative in designing a set of 5 mini golf holes that were inspired by chairs! Stop by for a few hours and you'll enjoy it.
6/13/25
Very great place to visit, always a different artwork being displayed. Sometimes free but also very cheap.If there's a charge. We always visit in between our appointments at Mayo Clinic
10/26/25
There were not a lot of exhibits, but everyone working was friendly and knowledgeable. We decided to try the drop-in creative studio, and it was the best $5/person we’ve spent in a long time. It was a fun, relaxing atmosphere, with a lot of mat...
erials available. I would definitely be a regular there if we lived in town.
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