Overview
The Owl in Aktion Club Theatre of Fairmont’s production of Golden Belle and the Silver Key October 2023
Our Vision:
We Believe Everyone Can Create!
Our Mission:
Open Arts Minnesota creates and fosters inclusive artistic activities for people with disabilities who are of diverse abilities and ages seeking opportunities to discover their unique creative gifts, develop and practice skills, and share their creations in a supportive, compassionate environment.
Meet Our Board
Erin Ebert
Board Member, Fairmont
Cheryl Hutchens
Vice-Chair, Mankato
Melinda Wedzina
Board Member, Mankato
Clarissa Meissner
Treasurer, Madison Lake
Melissa Steel
Board Member, Mankato
Eric Sletten
Board Member, Mankato
Shannon Sinning
Chair, Mankato
Jessica O’Brien
Board Member, St. Peter
LeeAnn Erickson
Board Member, Sherburn/Fairmont
Jyneal McCrea
Co-Secretary, New Ulm
Kathy Shimota
Board Member, New Ulm
Emily Austvold
Co-Secretary, New Ulm
Diana Joseph- Emeritus Founding Board Member, Past Chair- 2018-2023
Joel Fienen-Emeritus Founding Board Member- 2018-2021
Meet our Staff 2022
Wilbur Neushwander-Frink
Executive Director/Creative Director
Amy Jo Piedade
Artistic Assistant
Amber Frederick and Esther Hoffmann
2023/24 Teaching Artists
Open Arts Minnesota is a proud member of the Charter for Compassion. The Charter for Compassion is a document that transcends religious, ideological, and national differences. Supported by leading thinkers from many traditions, the charter calls on us to activate the golden rule around the world.
