June 8 & 9, 2019

​Commons Park in Excelsior

Excelsior Art on the Lake is an engaging creative event that connects the artist's personal story with a vibrant lake community, while showcasing an array of outstanding artistic work from multiple disciplines. 

The historic lakeside village of Excelsior draws art enthusiasts from across the Minneapolis/St. Paul area with its unique shops, galleries and restaurants.

​Excelsior Art on the Lake provides an inspiring experience for both the artist and the public. Local musicians will entertain and regional food vendors will be onsite throughout the two-day event. 

the 2019 Artist Application Will Be Open in December

2018 Debbie Hart Award Winners

In memory of Debbie Hart’s ideation of Art on the Lake, cash awards and ribbons are awarded to four artists whose creativity and contribution fulfilled Debbie’s vision of making extraordinary artwork accessible to the public. Hover over image to see artist's name.

Thank you to our 2018 sponsors!

Picasso Level 

Van Gogh Level

Thank you additional sponsors!

 2018 Music, Food & Guests

Music Line-Up

 Saturday June 9th
Pushing Chain
 11 - 12:00pm 

Lena Elizabeth
12:15 - 1:15pm 

Todd Huna
1:30 - 2:30pm

Mother Banjo 
 2:45 - 3:45pm

Billy Johnson 
4:00 - 5:00pm

Sunday June 10th
     The Jollypops (kids show!)
11:00 - 11:45am

Mary Bue
12:00 - 1:00pm

 Ali Gray
1:15 - 2:15pm
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Rebel Fiddle
2:30 - 3:30pm

Food Vendors

  • Bruno’s
  • Ruhland’s Strudel Haus
  • Kettle Corn Factory
  • Cookie Dough
  • Barefoot Wine + Bubbly
  • Hometown Creamery
  • i Look So Good Smoothies
  • Groveland Confections
  • KP Concessions
  • Henry's
  • Cookie Store
  • Waltz Wings & BBQ
  • Noris Cuisine
  • Simply Nuts
  • Arcane Kitchen
  • Happy Hut

Our Non-Profit Partner

Our Mission
​AVIVO increases well-being through recovery, employment, and career advancement.
Our Vision
Our communities are free of economic and health disparities.
Our CommitmentWe are committed to undoing racism and reducing disparities experienced by the people we serve.
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Our Values
Respect. Every individual is important to us and we treat everyone considerately.
Excellence. We set high standards and aim to be outstanding.
Accountability. We own our actions and follow-through.
Innovation. We take risks and support learning.
Diversity. We embrace differences, and invite people of color and under-represented communities.
Inclusivity. We actively engage with all people and communities.
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We believe that everyone deserves the tools to be well – to be healthy, and economically and socially well.

Emerging Artist Booth Share Program

Emerging Artist Booth-share is a bridging program designed to help emerging artists enter the fine art fair market, and showcase their work to a well-educated, engaged audience that appreciates the value of a fine art market. 

Please make time to visit our Emerging Artist Booths located throughout the festival!

2018 Artist Gallery