The Scenic Route: Creative Idea Development Round Table

With The Scenic Route: Reimagining Highway 250, Lanesboro Arts is re-igniting the intersection of civic engagement and arts programming in tandem with an upcoming large road construction project. Highway 250, which is the main street through downtown Lanesboro, will be the location for this construction in 2027-28. By supporting artist projects that celebrate downtown Lanesboro in new ways, Lanesboro Arts hopes to change the narrative from one of uncertainty to one of opportunity! Lanesboro Arts invites artists and community members to apply to host their own artistic activation of the space, whether through installation, performance, or other creative programming. Between 10 - 20 artist-led projects will be supported for $500 - $1500 each to address the the following criteria and goals: Create connection, beauty, and pride in downtown Lanesboro. Encourage visitors and residents to stop, shop, and linger downtown. Foster collaboration and relationship building across sectors despite, amid, and because of the disruptions of downtown construction. Spark conversation around construction, maintenance, and building for Lanesboro's future. Workshops, including Creative Idea Development Round Table and a Creative Project Support Round Table, will also be offered by Lanesboro Arts staff throughout the length of The Scenic Route. The application will ask for a brief project proposal, including information about the intended location, audience, goals, and timeline. The priority deadline to submit an application will be January 15th, with projects taking place spring and summer of 2027. Rolling applications will be accepted until project funds are depleted. Priority will be given to residents of Fillmore County, as well as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and/or disabled individuals.