ART + DESIGN
Henrichs, who has been a working artist for over 20 years, has exhibited his work in cities such as New York, New Orleans, Minneapolis, Portland, Chicago, and Providence, as well as throughout Minnesota and South Dakota. At the Pavilion, Henrichs curated over 150 exhibitions, including working directly with some of Schaeffer’s exhibitions. Over time, Schaeffer says he and Henrich’s professional relationship deepened into a “grounded mutual respect for each other’s practices and perspectives.” “Eventually, Cody joined me at the University of Sioux Falls as a colleague, teaching sculpture and art history in the art department,” said Schaeffer. “Working alongside him in both academic and curatorial contexts, I saw firsthand the thoughtfulness and rigor he brings to every aspect of his work.” Building entrepreneur Paul Gourley had space available at 100 W 39th Street, and reached out to Schaeffer directly with an idea. Henrich recalls Gourley having a strong vision for the space to have an arts-focused purpose, and says his enthusiasm helped push this project from dream to reality. “Paul has been absolutely instrumental. Without his encouragement, insight, and support, Norse would still be just a concept,” said Henrichs. “His belief in the power of contemporary art to transform a space—and a community—has been essential.” Schaeffer says along with Gourley’s passion, it was the architecture and “bones” that drew them in with clean lines, industrial textures, and warmer lighting. “We wanted the gallery environment to feel open, modern, and quietly intentional, creating a tone that resonates with both contemporary art and design sensibilities,” said Schaeffer. He continued, “The visual language we’ve developed blends those worlds: it’s rooted in clarity and structure, but always leaves room for experimentation and nuance. That’s reflective not only of our own practices, but also of the work we aim to show.”
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