This exhibition is not curated in the traditional sense. Instead, we’ve opened our gallery walls to queer artists to share what feels most present and vital right now; through painting, drawing, photography, mixed media, textile work, and wearable art.Not every piece is rainbows or resistance.&nbsp;Present Tense&nbsp;offers a powerful snapshot of what it means to live, create, and persist as a queer person in Minnesota in 2025.Featured artists include: Bec Skelton, Celia Fuhrman, Chloe Kasper, Christy Babos, Chuck Martens, Dana Sikkila, Francesca Bernardi, Genevieve Antonello, Isabel Betsill, JAF, Kasi Aten, Lauren Jacobson, Leo Fortune, Lumi Forbes, Maddie Stumbaugh, Maya Boo, Ozzy Mortenson, and Ray Simpson.A portion of the proceeds from the gallery’s commission will be donated to The Aliveness Project, supporting their work with people living with HIV in Minnesota.GALLERY &amp; GIFT SHOP OPEN HOURS Visit for FREE during our open hours: Thursday - Friday, 12pm - 6pm; Saturday 11am - 4pm *Closed on exhibit opening day

Looking to get your local art fix? Step into Gamut Gallery's curated gift shop and check out one of their rotating exhibitions!

Gamut is a visual art gallery, gift shop, and performance space located in Elliot Park Neighborhood that’s dedicated to bringing people together to experience art and stimulate dialogue. Rotating exhibitions showcase the full spectrum of media, content, and styles, with a focus on highlighting innovative artists. From traditional objects like paintings and ceramics to jewelry and clothing, Gamut also hosts cultural happenings with live music, and performance art – Gamut collaborates with artists of all disciplines to deliver thought-provoking programming that engages our audience in an immersive environment.

The principle that art fosters community, that art is for everyone, and everyone should have access to becoming a collector drives our inclusive philosophy. Gamut Gallery is an exhibition space as well as a gift shop filled with affordable works ranging from prints and originals to jewelry and housewares. Over the 10+ years, we have made a name for ourselves in the Twin Cities art scene as an accessible gallery, showing affordable artwork with a welcoming attitude

FREE Gallery + Gift Shop Hours: 
Thursday - Friday from 11am to 6pm + Saturday 11am to 4pm, please note gallery is closed for daytime visits on open exhibit days

Gamut Gallery

Exhibition Gallery, Gift Shop and Performance Space

Present Tense

Present Tense is a three-week Pride pop-up art show celebrating queer creativity and community in the here and now, presented by Gamut Gallery. Featuring diverse works by LGBTQIA+ artists from across the Twin Cities, this vibrant exhibition offers a snapshot of queer expression in the present moment.

Present Tense

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