For Immediate Release

For more information, contact:
Calli Olson, 507-977-2330

Summer/Fall Healing Arts Reception to be held July 24 at Owatonna Hospital

OWATONNA, Minn. 07/19/2012--The community is invited to a special Owatonna Hospital Healing Arts Program reception where you can meet the artists Tuesday, July 24 from 4 - 6 p.m. at the Owatonna Hospital, 2250 NW 26th Street.

This is the ninth installation of the Healing Arts Program series at Owatonna Hospital. The Healing Arts Program is a collaboration between Owatonna Hospital and the Owatonna Arts Center to bring the visual arts, natural light, images and elements of nature to lessen stress and promote healing while in the Hospital. The new artwork is on view now through the end of October.

The works of Barbara Kinnick, collage; Kristi Swee Kuder, wire mesh; Richard Mittelstadt, painting; Jimmy Reagan, painting; and Doug Ruth, photography, will be on display. This exhibit is underwritten by the Owatonna Hospital Foundation. The Owatonna Arts Center serves as the curator for this series.

If you are interested in displaying artwork and/or learning about the Healing Arts Program, please contact Silvan Durben, art director, 507-977-2330.

About Allina Health

Allina Health is dedicated to the prevention and treatment of illness and enhancing the greater health of individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. A not-for-profit health care system, Allina Health cares for patients from beginning to end-of-life through its 90+ clinics, 11 hospitals, 15 pharmacies, specialty care centers and specialty medical services that provide hospice care, oxygen and home medical equipment, and emergency medical transportation services. Learn more at allinahealth.org.

About Owatonna Arts Center

The Owatonna Arts Center is a community non-for-profit organization. Our mission is to enrich the Owatonna area by engaging people in meaningful artistic experiences in a unique environment that fosters a sense of community. We are located at the West Hills complex. More information about the Owatonna Arts Center’s exhibits, classes and musical presentations can be found at www.oacarts.org.