MEDIA COVERAGE

2023

FOX 21  |  Youth Photography Club is Back at the DAI  |  January 11, 2023

"The new year means new opportunities as the Youth Photography Club is back at the Duluth Art Institute.

The club welcomes teenagers 13 and older, and it doesn’t matter if they’ve never picked up a camera before or if they’ve been doing so for years."

Duluth News Tribune  |  Best Bets: Homegrown Winter Fiasco and more  |  January 09, 2023

"The DAI is welcoming community members to an Art Night Out event at the Depot on Thursday. Artists Martin DeWitt, Susan Hensel and Laura Manney will talk about their work at the free event, with light appetizers and a cash bar."

Duluth News Tribune  |  Local View: Looking for art? It's still at the Depot  |  January 0, 2023

"If you’re looking for fun and educational activities that everyone can enjoy, come visit the Depot."

2022

Duluth News Tribune  |  That's a wrap, 2022: A look back at some Northland
makers, fixers and activists from DNT Lifestyle  |  December 30, 2022

"The work at DAI includes amplifying erased, overwritten and unremembered narratives; creating a network for artists to be informed of opportunities to show work; and BIPOC artist shows and classes, among others."

FOX 21  |  Gift Shopping at the Great Hall Marketplace  |  December 17, 2022

"Over 50 vendors filled the Depot, displaying a wide range of gifts and crafts. From handmade woodworking, custom paintings, and even pottery. Artists for the Duluth Art Institute also had a special pop-up."

Star Tribune  |  Is Hulu's 'Merry Kiss Cam' Duluth's Duluthiest movie?  |  December 2, 2022

"Christina Woods, the real executive director at the Duluth Art Institute, said she felt her organization was a secondary star of the film. It's frequently mentioned and Jess teaches school-aged children at the institute's Lincoln Park space.

'I love the through-story about the Duluth artist,' said Woods. 'That was amplifying what we really do. We have an impact in the community and the person being featured was a leader in the organization. I feel like they got us.'"

Ennyman's Territory  |  11 Days Left to See Robert Patrick's Currents at the DAI  |  November 30, 2022

"His current exhibit is called Currents, featuring large images that hang on the walls like tapestries."

FOX 21  |  Duluth Art Institute Hosts Annual Gala  |  October 27, 2022

"The annual event is put on to raise money for programs that are run through the D.A.I., assisting artists and art learners. There was a silent auction, drag performers, a heads and tails game, as well as a key-chain sale."

Duluth News Tribune  |  Best Bets: 6 nights of live music at Wussow's and more  |  October 10, 2022

"From 1-4 p.m., the Duluth Art Institute is having its first in-person Free ArtDAI in years, with the public encouraged to drop in for projects including paper flowers and paper puppets."

FOX 21  |  Papier-Mache Pumpkin Class  |  October 4, 2022

"With Halloween less than a month away, a Papier-mâché pumpkin class was held at the Duluth Art Institute in Lincoln Park. The class follows the work of Yayoi Kusama, a Japanese-American artist known for her polka-dot pumpkins, sculptures, paintings and more."

Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine  |  What's Next for Twin Cities Museums?  |  October 2, 2022

'I’m collaborative by nature and started working first with Katie Luber at Mia, the Guthrie, the Orchestra, the Duluth Art Institute.'     –Walker Art Center executive director Mary Ceruti

Duluth News Tribune  |  Halloween season 2022: Spooky things to do in the Northland  |  September 28 2022

"Every nonprofit needs a gala, and the Duluth Art Institute has called dibs on peak costume-party season with its Masquerade Gala on Oct. 27. This may be as close to the Met Gala as Duluth can get. Organizers promise "wild outfits, intricate makeup, dramatic hairstyles and artist-made statement pieces." There will be a drag performance by Zenith City Horror and a "special appearance" by "RuPaul's Drag Race" veteran Utica — as well as music, comedy and needless to say, art."

The North 103.3  |  Where's Art: Summer Happenings at the Duluth Art Institute  |  July 12, 2022

"The Duluth Art Institute is hosting a flurry of exhibits this summer."

Ennyman's Territory  |  RFPs and the Local Scene  |  May 20, 2022

"I just received an email from the Duluth Art Institute regarding a potential upheaval they are facing. The email has a two-fold purpose. First, to inform members of an action that will effect the DAI. Second, to request help from the arts community."

The Duluthian  |  Art is for Everyone  |  May-June 2022

The North 1033  |  Where's Art: Art of Migration and Where We're From  |  May 16, 2022

"Christopher Harrison's Contemporary Visions opens today at the Duluth Art Institute's Steffl Gallery and runs through September 5. This exhibit showcases Harrison's exploration and adaptation of Jacob Lawrence's 60-panel tempera paintings known as The Great Migration" that chronicle the exodus of southern African Americans to the North. A reception and artist talk with Harrison will be held on May 26 from 5:30-8:00 p.m."

FOX 21  |  Smelt Parade Set to Return to Duluth’s Lakewalk This Weekend  |  May 4, 2022

"To prepare, workshops have been held at the Duluth Art Institute in Lincoln Park where families can stop by to make a variety of costumes and accessories to wearing during Sunday's festivities."

Lake and Company Minnesota  |  Issue 22: Trailblazers  |  Spring 2022

DAI Executive Director Christina Woods featured for DAI leadership

Star Tribune  |  Duluth Art Institute director expanding involvement by artists of color  |  April 29, 2022

"Christina Woods has been named to the U.S. Senate's Curatorial Advisory Board."

Duluth News Tribune  |  Duluth Lincoln Park Unveils Art Walk Celebrating Community Murals  |  April 4, 2022

Duluth News Tribune  |  Duluth Art Institute director Christina Woods to advise US Senate on Curation  |  April 2, 2022

WDSE/The Slice  |  Like Me, Like You & TPAC member Viann Nguyen-Feng  |  March 28, 2022

"As part of the "Like Me, Like You" exhibit that recently closed at @duluthart, Viann talks to The Slice about the origami, or paper folding, piece that she and other members of the The Twin Ports APIDA Collective created."

Duluth News Tribune  |  Duluth collective reckons with racial stereotypes in new art exhibit  |  January 27, 2022

MPR  |  Art Hounds absorb an explosion of color in winter  |  January 27, 2022

"Mary Fox of Renegade Theater Company in Duluth, Minn., says she was deeply affected by her visit to the “Like Me, Like You” exhibit at the Duluth Art Institute. The Twin Ports Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Collective mounted the exhibit."

CBS3  |  New art exhibit tells stories of Asian American culture in the Twin Ports  |  January 24, 2022

"DULUTH, MN - A new art exhibit in Duluth highlights Asian-American culture and stories in our community. The Twin Ports APIDA Collective worked with the Duluth Art Institute to create the exhibit, called “Like Me, Like You.”"

Duluth News Tribune  |  Duluth Indigenous woman drives inclusive agenda at art institute  |  January 19, 2022

2021

International Council of Museums  |  What is a Museum? A Webinar in 6 Parts  |  2021

Duluth News Tribune  |  Duluth Art Institute connects youth with creative outlets  | September 14, 2021

Minnesota Native News  |  Christina Wood’s Gift for Busting Bias Through Art  | September 2, 2021

"On today’s show, we talk with Christina Woods (Bois Forte Tribal Nation) who is the first Anishinaabikwe to be the Executive Director of the Duluth Art Institute. Christina is also currently performing in the play The UnPlugging presented by New Native Theatre in Minneapolis."The Duluth Art Institute at Lincoln Park began their sculpture and plaster camp on Monday, July 5th, where the young artists were able to let their imaginations run wild.""

FOX 21  |  Duluth Art Institute Summer Camps  | July 5, 2021

"The Duluth Art Institute at Lincoln Park began their sculpture and plaster camp on Monday, July 5th, where the young artists were able to let their imaginations run wild."

FOX 21  |  Duluth Art Institute Features Autistic Artist in New Exhibit  |  May 5, 2021

"The Duluth Art Institute, located at The Depot, reopened last month after closing due to covid-19, and now has a new exhibit. It features artist Harrison Heinks who is autistic and uses photos he takes to give others a glimpse into the relationship he has with society."

FOX 21  |  The Depot Reopens  |  March 29, 2021

"The St. Louis County Depot is poised to open later this week with some new attractions for the public."

Duluth News Tribune  |  Vern Northrup on Maple Syrup  |  March 13, 2021

Footage taken during the Snowshoeing and Photography class

2020

Chesley Antoinette: Tignon

https://www.papercitymag.com/arts/dallas-artist-chesley-antoinette-tignon/

Blair Treuer: Identity

https://theslice.tv/video/building-family-blankets-slice

Wisconsin Public Radio: Simply Superior- Robin Washington and Christina Woods on Burnt Orange Heresy's mention of the Duluth Art Institute. 

October 16, 2020: https://www.wpr.org/listen/1710591  

KUMD- Where's the Art Features

November 23, 2020: https://www.kumd.org/post/wheres-art-annie-dugan-whose-art-it-anyway#stream/0 

October 28, 2020: https://www.kumd.org/post/wheres-art-annie-dugan-duluth-seemed-bit-unlikely-didnt-it-really

July 6, 2020: https://www.kumd.org/post/wheres-art-annie-dugan-art-person-albeit-masks-and-social-distancing

May 11, 2020: https://www.kumd.org/post/wheres-art-annie-dugan-sourdough-starter-and-art-recreations#stream/0 

Ennyman's Territory

https://pioneerproductions.blogspot.com/2020/07/local-art-seen-yes-duluth-art-institute.html

Artist-in-Residence: Paul LaJeunesse

https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/entertainment/art/6776392-Duluth-artist-talks-travels-teaching-and-making-murals

DAI makes it in major move featuring Mick Jagger

https://www.startribune.com/mick-jagger-art-world-thriller-asks-if-moviegoers-are-ready-to-return-to-theaters/572027512/

2019

Executive Director Christina Woods was named one of AARP Minnesota’s 2019 50 over 50

https://www.pollenmidwest.org/stories/2019-50-over-50/fbclid=IwAR1zf3RIkHVPiJpcZQ3Ev5MSPgVlbbofTLYvwkh4mwddPyJxwnRm7mvQUPA 

Renowned storyteller now leads Duluth Arts Institute

https://spokesman-recorder.com/2019/09/19/renowned-storyteller-now-leads-duluth-arts-institute/

Vern Northrup: Akinomaage

http://www.agatemag.com/2020/01/akinomaage-teaching-from-the-earth/ 

KUMD- Where's the Art Features

December 9, 2019: https://www.kumd.org/post/wheres-art-annie-dugan-secular-temples-hotbeds-clay-and-political-satirists#stream/0

October 28, 2019: https://www.kumd.org/post/wheres-art-annie-dugan-contents-may-be-too-much-some-viewers

October 14, 2019: https://www.kumd.org/post/wheres-art-annie-dugan-adding-mystery-and-wonder 

2018

The Woman Today  |  New Leadership, New Vision  |  April 2018

https://fliphtml5.com/lvjf/lsia/basic