157 past events with the minnetrista tag

Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, & 30; 8–11 a.m. 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, & 27; 8–11 a.m., June 8
9 a.m.–Noon
Free community event 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please email James Mitchell at jmitchell@minnetrista.net. 

June 29 – September 22, 2024

Center Building, Gallery 3

Knowing Nature: Stories of the Boreal Forest brings into focus one of the most vital ecosystems on the planet. This timely exhibition explores the relationship between people and nature while taking audiences on a learning journey. Through exquisite photography and videography, first-person stories, authentic objects, and interactive experiences, audiences discover the heart of this forest through the natural and cultural history of a place and its people. This exhibition is bilingual, with displays in both English and Spanish.

Knowing Nature: Stories of the Boreal Forest / Historias del bosque boreal was organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service. It is made possible by the National Audubon Society with additional support from The Anders Foundation, Charlie and Nancy Hogan, and Anne C. Madison.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, & 30; 8–11 a.m. 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, & 30; 8–11 a.m. 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, & 30; 8–11 a.m. 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

July 10; 3–4:30 p.m. 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Cost: $18 | Member discounts apply 

Join us for a captivating talk with Alice Gay Nation as she explores her research on Garfield the cat and her role at Paws, Inc. Gain unique insights into Garfield's creation, cultural impact, and the inner workings of the studio behind this iconic character. Don't miss this event for fans of Garfield and comic strip enthusiasts alike.  

Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, & 30; 8–11 a.m. 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

July 12; 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 
Center Building, Cantina 
Cost: $65 | Member discounts apply  

Registration deadline: July 9

Immerse yourself in the captivating art of stained glass as you craft whimsical garden stakes adorned with charming snails and mushrooms! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the fundamentals of stained-glass techniques while bringing your own unique garden decorations to life. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a beginner, join us for a fun and creative experience under the guidance of our skilled instructor.  

July 12; 2 p.m. 
Cost: $10 | Member discounts apply  
Center Building, Collection Storage 

Registration deadline: July 10 

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Minnetrista Heritage Collection on a guided tour with Archivist Susan Smith and Collections Manager Mindy Price. Learn more about what we collect and see artifacts not currently on public display. Dive into the rich history and fascinating stories behind these treasures.  

Tours are suitable for ages 13 and up. 

July 13; 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 
Center Building, Cantina 
Cost: $65 | Member discounts apply  

Registration deadline: July 9

Immerse yourself in the captivating art of stained glass as you craft whimsical garden stakes adorned with charming snails and mushrooms! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the fundamentals of stained-glass techniques while bringing your own unique garden decorations to life. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a beginner, join us for a fun and creative experience under the guidance of our skilled instructor.  

Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, & 30; 8–11 a.m. 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

July 17; 2–4 p.m. 
Cost: $60 | Member discounts apply  
Center Building, Cantina 

Registration deadline: July 14 

Join us for glass painting! Discover the art of using fine glass frit to paint a realistic portrait or unleash your creativity with an abstract design. Perfect for beginners and intermediates in the world of art glass, this class eliminates the need for glass cutting. Registrants are encouraged to bring along printed images, patterns, or drawings to use as inspiration. With two distinct sessions available, there's flexibility to fit your schedule. 

All tools, supplies, and safety gear will be provided. Glass Workshops are 13 & up unless otherwise noted. 

July 17; 6–8 p.m. 
Center Building, Cantina 
Cost: $60 | Member discounts apply

Registration deadline: July 14   

Join us for glass painting! Discover the art of using fine glass frit to paint a realistic portrait or unleash your creativity with an abstract design. Perfect for beginners and intermediates in the world of art glass, this class eliminates the need for glass cutting. Registrants are encouraged to bring along printed images, patterns, or drawings to use as inspiration. With two distinct sessions available, there's flexibility to fit your schedule. 

Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, & 30; 8–11 a.m. 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

July 20; 2–4 p.m.  
Cost: $35/faerie house | Member discounts apply 
Center Building, Cantina 
Registration deadline: July 18

Arts and crafts have never been this fun! Join our imaginative family workshop and create a magical home for your faerie friends. Use an array of bright colors, patterns, and textures to design a one-of-a-kind wonderland masterpiece. 

July 21; 2–4 p.m. 
Cost: $19/adult & $17/child | Member discounts apply 
Center Building, Cantina, Indiana Room, and Wishing Well Lawn 

Registration deadline: July 17 

Experience a tea party—faerie style! Enjoy teatime, hors d’oeuvres, and fun activities with fellow faeries at Minnetrista.  

Children must be registered with an adult. 

Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, & 30; 8–11 a.m. 

Join the Minnetrista Horticulture team for special volunteer days to learn about and help maintain our beautiful gardens! Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve while expanding their knowledge alongside our professional staff. 

July 25-27; 5–9 p.m. 
July 27; 12:30–3:30 p.m. | Sensory-friendly event 
Cost: $10 for members, $12 for non-members, kids 2 & under free 

During this multi-day event, children are encouraged to come dressed in their best magical faerie attire as they imagine and play in an enchanted faerie wonderland. Families can enjoy games, crafts, a theater show, live music and dancing, a bubble garden, and more throughout our enchanted Oakhurst Gardens. Plus, concessions will be available to keep all of our hungry faeries happy, offering an array of delectable delights ranging from faerie-sized treats to savory snacks fit for even the most discerning woodland appetite.