The best arts & culture spots in Bemidji

5 arts & culture spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Historic Beltrami County Courthouse

Arts & Culture

Historic Beltrami County Courthouse is the kind of Bemidji landmark that actually earns its keep, housing the MN Department of Corrections…

619 Beltrami Ave NW #300

“Historic Beltrami County Courthouse is the kind of Bemidji landmark that actually earns its keep, housing the MN Department of Corrections district office and probation, Public Defender Offices, and US Probation and Pretrial Services.”

From the Bemidji newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Watermark Art Center & SHOP 505

Arts & Culture

Art center with free admission, offering a variety of exhibits, classes, and a gift shop.

505 Bemidji Ave N

“Art center with free admission, offering a variety of exhibits, classes, and a gift shop.”

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Beltrami County History Center

Arts & Culture

History museum featuring local artifacts, exhibits and information on the area's lumber industry, plus a gift shop.

130 Minnesota Ave SW

“History museum featuring local artifacts, exhibits and information on the area's lumber industry, plus a gift shop.”

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Headwaters Science Center

Arts & Culture

Interactive science center with an array of animals, reptile education programs and friendly staff.

413 Beltrami Ave NW

“Interactive science center with an array of animals, reptile education programs and friendly staff.”

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Paul Bunyan Playhouse

Arts & Culture

Quaint theater hosting a variety of productions, from musicals to thought-provoking plays.

314 Beltrami Ave NW

“Quaint theater hosting a variety of productions, from musicals to thought-provoking plays.”

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