The Park Rapids Lakes Area Arts Council (PRLAAC) was organized in 2005 "to promote excellence in the arts through creation, education and performance. In 2011, PRLAAC partnered with the City of Park Rapids in earning the Region 2 Arts Council's "Arts Community Designation." In 2019 our name was changed to "Heartland Arts."
"Heartland Arts" serves as an umbrella organization for 20 arts and cultural organizations in the greater Park Rapids area. Representatives from these arts groups, along with individual arts project champions, meet monthly to coordinate arts calendars, share information and incubate interest in new arts projects.
All the efforts and the mission of Heartland Arts is to promote excellence in the arts through creation, education and performance.
Please help us expand opportunities for youth, artists and arts organizations in the Heartland Lakes area by making a donation today. We can do this together!
Latest Creative MN report
The latest Creative MN report proves the arts aren ’t just inspiring—they power Minnesota ’s economy. The data show how arts and culture create jobs, boost businesses, and drive millions in local spending. These numbers make a powerful case for continued investment and bold policies that ensure Minnesota ’s nationally recognized arts sector remains strong, resilient, and a driver of economic and community vitality.
You can view the research at: https://artsmn.org/resources/creativemn-research/
For the economic impact of spending in Region 2, including Hubbard County, go to https://artsmn.org/resources/creativemn-research/region-2
Give to the MAX
November 20th, 2025
This is where awesome happens. GiveMN connects generous people like you with Heartland Arts and works to make the Park Rapids Area and Minnesota a better place. Please support Heartland Arts by clicking on the GiveMN link below and giving generously.
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