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From Bob Hope to Letters from Home: Celebrating the Legacy of USO Shows for Veterans

“Tears and laughter are most always present as memories flow and hearts are warmed.” That’s the magic of Letters from Home...

Spirit Bears, Boundaries, and Bold Colors: Discover Sarah Seidelman's Transformative Art Journey in Ely

“It is not hyperbole to say that a spirit bear saved my life,” Sarah Seidelman reflects, her words carrying the weight of transformation...

Join the Call of the Wild: Poetry Nights and Podcast Bringing Ely’s Voices to Life

Imagine this: a cozy evening at the Ely Folk School, surrounded by the warmth of a fire and fellow poetry lovers...

Letters from Home: Honoring Veterans Through Music, Memories, and Legacy

“I was photographing penguins in Antarctica when I got a call offering me a gig. Little did I know it would change my entire perspective...

Mercedes Escobar Live in Concert: Crafting Latin Americana with Heart, Soul, and Passion

"If I’m going to eat dirt anyway, I might as well do what I like." - Mercedes Escobar This Friday, our community has a rare opportunity...

Experience the Magic of Latin Americana: Mercedes Escobar Live in Ely

Mercedes Escobar’s journey to becoming a Latin Americana powerhouse is a story of perseverance, passion, and breaking barriers...

A Summer of Creativity and Connection: The Impact of Your Support of the Arts in Ely and Northeast MN.

Summer may have flown by, but what a season it has been! At NLAA, we’ve experienced an unforgettable year...

Rediscovering the Bard: The Great Nordic Shakespeare Festival Comes to Ely, MN

Prior to COVID, Executive Artistic Director Ian Francis Lah had just joined the prestigious Texas Shakespeare Festival as a company...

Discover the Heart of Ely’s Art Scene: NLAA’s 2025 Art Show Season

For over 30 years, the Northern Lakes Arts Association has been a beacon for creativity in Ely, MN, weaving a rich tapestry of visual art...

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