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Step into Gallery 4 in downtown Fargo, and you’re stepping into more than just a gallery. With walls that hold five decades of creativity, collaboration, and community spirit, Gallery 4 invites visitors to explore new perspectives, meet local artists, and immerse themselves in the surprising beauty of the region.
Founded in September of 1975 by a small group of artists who shared a dream, the founding members pooled their resources and creative energy. Together, they established a model that would nurture talent and build community. At the time, opportunities for local artists to exhibit their art were limited, and the concept of an artist-run space was both novel and necessary. The concept allows artists to have a visible, brick and mortar location to show and sell their work. But Gallery 4 is more than a gallery; it's a true cooperative where visitors are encouraged to ask questions, talk with artists, and experience art in an approachable and welcoming environment. Member Artists take turns in the Gallery, serving as greeters, answering questions and even showing how they create their work.