Arts On Point: Gallery Weekend

Just a 45 minute drive south from Madison, the historic arts community of Mineral Point, population 2,600 is not only LGBTQ friendly but has LGBTQ owned galleries, restaurants, lodging venues, and shops. The rainbow flags fly in June on the beautiful old 1800’s stone buildings up and down the hilly streets of this progressive rural town which Smithsonian Magazine dubbed one of the 20 best small towns to visit in America. On April 6-8, the first of four ARTS on POINT: GALLERY WEEKENDS, more than 22 art galleries showcase the work of hundreds of regional, national, and international artists. That’s more art galleries per citizen than Sante Fe, NM…considered one of the best art destinations in the USA. During the April 6-8 weekend expect to find galleries and many shops open til 9pm on Friday and Saturday through Sunday afternoon plus improv and stand-up comedy performances, live music, historic tours, art workshops for children, and some “spicy” menu selections at restaurants and bars in honor of Marilyn Monroe on the big screen in the classic film, “Some Like it Hot” showing at the historic Mineral Point Opera House on Sunday afternoon. There are a host of quaint, cozy B&B’s, guest houses, a charming hotel and motel….So plan to stay over and get inspired. More details at www.artsonpoint.com