Dakota Center for the Arts

EST. 1961: Dakota Center for the Arts is the oldest non-profit asrts organization in Minnesota. 

Based in Eagan, Dakota County, Minnesota

We will be celebrating the 32nd annual Eagan Art Festival in 2027!

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Our mission

is to develop, promote, and encourage participation in and appreciation of the arts throughout Dakota County, MN, and beyond.

Our vision

is a world where creativity thrives, and the arts unite and strengthen communities.

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For over 60 years, the Dakota Center for the Arts has been dedicated to supporting local artists and providing free art experiences for the residents of Dakota County and surrounding areas.

While we've spent the last two decades building the Eagan Art Festival—now approaching its 32nd year in 2027—our vision is expanding. We are now focused on growing our organization to develop more programs that benefit both the arts community and the broader public, fostering creativity and connection for all.

Our current initiatives include:

• Organizing and hosting the annual Eagan Art Festival.
• Participating in local events like Eagan Art Block.
• Offering art education scholarships to high school seniors.
• Funding classes at the Eagan Art House.

We are excited to expand our outreach and bring even more artistic opportunities to the greater Dakota County community. Your donation helps us bring more art into the community in new, exciting and unique ways

Interested in other ways to support arts in your community? There are many volunteer opportunities including board service and committees; we have room for enthusiastic arts supporters with all skill sets! Contact director@dakotacenterforthearts.org