Members

Join Us!

If you are interested in becoming a member of the Bridges Arts Council, feel free to download and print a member form. To download - right-click on the following link and click on the option to "Save Target As" - Member Application Form

Apply for Support

The mission of the Bridges Arts Council is to provide advocacy for the arts and cultural organizations in Valley City, the Sheyenne Valley and neighboring communities. To facilitate this mission, the BAC applies for grants from the North Dakota Council on the Arts and uses those grant dollars, along with membership dollars, to provide funds for artistic events and opportunities for participation in the arts. We would like to partner with you to help facilitate your artistic event or opportunity. If are interested in partnering with BAC take a look at the following document - Application for Arts Support

Current Member Organizations

Below, you will find a list of local arts/humanities organizations that make up the Bridges Arts council. Contact information is provided below, so feel free to check these organizations out!


The Arts Center

The Arts Center is an exhibition gallery with exhibits changing monthly. Adult and student classes and performances are held throughout the year. Contact - 701-251-2496.

 


Barnes County Historical Museum

The newly remodeled Museum has many distinct and historical displays. It features a 28-foot-to-scale replica of the Hi-Line Bridge, miniature railroad, railroad memorabilia, gift shop, souvenirs, and visitor information. Feel free to contact the Museum at 701-845-0966.

 


Barnes County Public Library

Established in 1903, the library provides educational, cultural, informational and leisure materials and services to all, recognizing the unique need of every person and his/her right to be served. Feel free to contact the Museum at 701-845-3821.

 


Brown / Paper Trappings

Porcelain dolls are made to look like real children, even you in your youth. Fulfill childhood dreams with a Native American, blue-eyed Norwegian, or African-American doll. 701-845-0076.

 


Chamber of Commerce

The Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce is organized for the purpose of advancing the commercial, industrial, civic and general interest of Valley City, Barnes County and the general trade area. Our goals are accomplished through the cooperation and efforts of the individual members with the administrative assistance of the office staff. 701-845-1891.

 


Country Junction at King School

This renovated one-room country school features consignment art, crafts, antiques, coffee, snacks, and school memorabilia. Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Memorial Day – November. Five miles south of Valley City. 801-845-1318.

 


Dutton's Valley Gallery of Photography and Art

A retail outlet specializing in limited-edition art reproductions, Dutton's feature unique art-related giftware. It is the valley's connection to the Mexican artisans and fine handcrafted art. 701-845-3390.

 


Footnotes Movement Center

Footnotes Movement Center provides quality training in the areas of dance, karate, and exercise. Coed, all ages welcome. 701-845-4324

 


GK Gallery

The GK Gallery provides an exhibition space for artist of all media to exhibit in group or solo shows. Ninety-nine percent of the artists represented have ties to this land. 701-797-2804

 


Jack Frost Ragtime Society

Jack Frost Ragtime Society is a group of Valley City and Jamestown women who are interested in studying and playing old and new ragtime piano music. Meetings are Friday afternoons at 1:00 pm. 701-845-1917.

 


J. Allen Gallery

J. Allen Gallery is a local gallery that displays an ever-changing collection of regional art. The pieces are displayed on the walls and shelves of the Securian Financial Advisors office here in Valley City.
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Medicine Wheel Park

Medicine Wheel park includes ancient solar calendar replicas, Indian burial mounds, scenic overlooks, and woodland nature trails. Community seasonal celebrations and astronomical observing sessions are featured. 701-845-7334.

 


Seniors from the Center

The group features singers, fiddlers, accordion, guitar, keyboard, a fabulous rhythm section, a novel bass tub, and a beat that sets the feet to dancing. Novelty acts join the fun. 701-845-4300.

 


Sheyenne Valley Wood Carvers

The Sheyenne Valley Woodcarvers consists of men and women in the Sheyenne Valley area who enjoy woodcarving and whittling. Meetings are held the second and last Monday of each month. New members welcome. 701-845-2958

 


Teen Esteem

Teen Esteem builds confidence, character, and friendships. Experience new activities; learn about personal style and care. Best of all, learn about yourself. For boys and girls 10-18 years. 701-845-4324.

 


Valley City Area Concert Association

The Valley City Area Concert Association is a non-profit organization which presents a series of live, professional concerts at the lowest possible cost to our members. 701-845-4010.
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VCHS Visual Arts (grades 7-12)

The VCHS Visual Arts Program provides students with the knowledge and skills to develop aesthetic, cultural, and creative experiences while developing artistic talents and appreciation for the arts. 701-845-1498.

 


The Valley City Music Teachers Association

A professional organization for area music teachers with monthly programs, which broaden the musical horizons of the members and help improve performing and teaching abilities. 701-845-7273.

 


Valley City Civic Orchestra

Attracting members from Valley City and the surrounding communities, the Valley City Civic Orchestra is a true community ensemble, including school age students, working adults and retired citizens.

 


The Valley City Area Community Theatre

The Valley City Area Community Theatre (VCACT) organization exists to promote and encourage theatrical arts for amateurs in the Valley City area. VCACT has sponsored at least one production a year for the past 20 years.

 


Valley City Parks and Recreation

The Valley City Park District promotes parks and recreation. Family entertainment featuring groups and artist from the area is held Wednesday evenings in the City Park Bandshell at 7:15 p.m., May through August. 701-845-3924.

 


The Valley Troubadours

The Troubadours male chorus, founded in 1976, is comprised of 40-45 members who sing at 10-15 concerts or events each year. There are no auditions; rehearsals are held Tuesday evenings, September through May. 701-845-0548.

 


Valley Quilters

These area quilters meet the first Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. At the Senior Citizen's Center to work on individual and group projects. 701-845-0995.
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The Valley Voices Women's Choir

The Valley Voices Women's Choir offers women in the Valley City area the opportunity to perform in a unique vocal ensemble. The group performs regularly for community concerns and events.

 


VCSU Community School of the Arts

Believing that the arts are an essential ingredient to any healthy community, the Community School offers a variety of programs in music, drama, visual and literary arts. 701-845-7269.
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VCSU Music Department

A certified member of the National Association of Schools of Music, offering top quality education and performances by the Wind, Jazz, and Percussion Ensembles, Concert Choir, University Singers, and Handbell Choir. 701-845-7272.

 


VCSU Student Art Gallery

The Art Gallery offers a full schedule of student, regional, and professional art for public exhibition. The gallery is located on third floor of McCarthy Hall on the VCSU campus. 701-845-7598.

 


VCSU Theatre

VCSU Theatre produces four theatre productions during the year in Theatre 320, on McFarland Hall's third floor, and in beautiful Vangstad Auditorium. Season tickets are available. 701-845-7320. Read more...

 


Woman's Evolution

Woman's Evolution is a monthly women's retreat designed to expand and heighten awareness, broaden intellectual horizons, and share in the common experience of being women. WE welcome you. 701-845-4324.

 

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