Cornerstone Gallery Information

Mission Statement: The CORNERSTONE GALLERY is dedicated to presenting beautiful and functional contemporary works of art suitable for gift giving at an affordable price, to promoting the talents of American artists and to educating the public about art and its importance in our daily lives. Founded in 1993 by glass artist, Nancy Jo Dillman, the CORNERSTONE GALLERY is situated on a prominent corner of the historic Courthouse Square in downtown Baraboo. It is housed in 134-year old Italian Revival limestone building listed on the NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES and contains a unique collection of contemporary American fine art and designer craft. The gallery features the work of over 150 artists working in a wide range of media, including jewelry, pottery, wood, stained and blown glass, paintings and prints, kaleidoscopes, clocks, frames, scarves and sculpture. Although we carry work from around the country, we are proud to emphasize the talents of our many local and regional artists. In 2006 the gallery was purchased by Christine Kortbein, an art therapist and teacher, who has lived in Baraboo with her husband and two daughters since 1998. Originally from St. Charles, Illinois, Christine grew up in Appleton, Wisconsin. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin - Stout in Menomonie and her Masters Degree in Art Therapy from the University of Wisconsin - Superior.