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TCFAO challenges you to step outside of your comfort zone by visiting new arts venues. Spend a day musing at the museum; go to the artist opening of someone you’ve never heard of; take a pottery or bookbinding class. Each offers a unique arts experience. Use the Gallery Guide as your checklist.

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Galleries | Museums

GALLERIES | Listed Alphabetically

AAW Gallery of Wood Art
222 Landmark Center, 75 West 5th Street, St. Paul, MN 55102
Tel: (651) 484-9094
gallery@woodturner.org | www.galleryofwoodart.org
The American Association of Woodturners Gallery presents contemporary wood art by nationally recognized artists in a historic setting as well as permanent exhibits of turned wood and vintage lathes. Gallery store features regional artists.
Hrs: Tue-Fri 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sun 12 to 3 p.m. & by appt.

Artist League
750 Washington Avenue North, Suite 600, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Tel: (612) 339-3366
btuttle@artistleague.com | www.artistleague.com
The Artist League provides high-quality products and services, marketing support, education and mentoring programs to the local and international art community. The Artist League shares its North Loop location in Minneapolis with Edward Lentsch Studios.
Hrs: By appt.

Augsburg College Art Galleries
Mailing address: Campus Box 314, 2211 Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454
Tel: (612) 330-1524
morgank@augsburg.edu | www.augsburg.edu/galleries

The Gage Family Art Gallery, main level, Oren Gateway Center
22nd Avenue South at Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454

The Christensen Center Art Gallery, main level, Christensen Center
22nd Avenue South at 7 1/2 Street, Minneapolis, MN 55454

Dedicated to promoting artistic creativity and diversity in the Twin Cities, the Augsburg College Art Galleries feature exhibitions by local, national and international artists throughout the year. Exhibitions and events support the college’s liberal arts curriculum and provide the wider community with opportunities to engage in the arts free of charge.
Hrs: (for both galleries) Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sat, Sun 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Bent Art Gallery
1618 Central Avenue NE, Suite 110, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Tel: (612) 239-9041
www.BentArtGallery.com
Bent Art Gallery features the original works of artist Michael Birawer.
Hrs: Mon-Fri 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Bethel University
Tel: (651) 638-6527
www.bethel.edu/galleries

Olson Gallery
Bethel University, 3900 Bethel Drive, St. Paul, MN 55112
Bethel University’s on-campus Olson Gallery presents exhibitions by nationally and internationally established artists that stimulate engagement and dialogue with current issues in art and culture.
Hrs: Mon-Sat 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Johnson Gallery
Clauson Center, Ground Floor, 3900 Bethel Drive, St. Paul, MN 55112

California Building Art Studios and Gallery
2205 California Street NE, Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN 55418
Tel: (612) 788-5551
jen@californiabuilding.com | www.californiabuilding.com
Artist studio building and the California Gallery in the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District. Open studio events: Second Saturdays at the California are every month from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and the Art-a-Whirl annual open studio tour is in May.

Casket Arts Building and Carriage House
681 17th Avenue NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Tel: (612) 788-5551
jen@californiabuilding.com | www.casketarts.com
Artist studio building in the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District. Open studio events include the first Thursday of every month from 5 to 9 p.m. The Cache is in November, and the Art-a-Whirl open studio tour of is in May.

Catherine G. Murphy Gallery
College of St. Catherine
2004 Randolph Avenue, PO Box 4244, St. Paul, MN 55105
Tel: (651) 690-6637
kmdaniels@st.kate.edu | www.stkate.edu/gallery
The Catherine G. Murphy Gallery showcases national and regional artists, emerging and established artists, contemporary and historical exhibitions with the emphasis on women artists, issues and perspectives.
Hrs: Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sat, Sun 12 to 6 p.m.

Coffman Gallery
University of Minnesota
300 Washington Avenue SE, Room 126, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Tel: (612) 626-6919
visualarts@umn.edu | www.sua.umn.edu/vac
The Coffman Gallery exhibits a wide variety of works featuring primarily student artists and local artists. The gallery is student-run and features both solo and group exhibitions.
Hrs: Mon-Fri 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sat, Sun 12 to 5 p.m.

College of Visual Arts Gallery
173 Western Avenue, St. Paul (on the corner of Western and Selby Avenues), MN 55102
Tel: (651) 290-9379 (gallery); (651) 224-3416 (main)
cvagallery@cva.edu | www.cva.edu
At the corner of Western and Selby Avenues, in the heart of the historic Ramsey Hill neighborhood, sits the CVA Gallery. Here, the gallery creates a nexus between community organizations, small businesses and the arts. The gallery's objective is to stimulate interest and develop appreciation of art and design in the greater community through local, regional, national and international programming.
Hrs: Wed, Fri, Sat 12 to 6 p.m.; Thu 12 to 8 p.m.

Dean Gallery
2815 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55408
Tel: (612) 872-5976
www.deangalleryuptown.com
The Dean Gallery has been located in Uptown since it opened in 1970. The gallery features a lively mix of original art, posters, custom framing and arty gifts.
Hrs: Mon-Wed, Fri 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thu 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

FIVETWOSIX Gallery
526 Selby Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55102
Tel: (651) 222-3839
stephen@526salon.com | www.526salon.com
Located in the historic Cathedral Hill neighborhood, FIVETWOSIX gallery is dedicated to promoting local emerging and established artists. The gallery is best known for its diverse interactive series called GO LIVE, which explores the interaction between art, fashion and music. The gallery is available for private parties and events.
Hrs: Tue, Thu 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Wed 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Fri 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sat 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Form + Content Gallery
210 North 2nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Tel: (612) 436-1151
formandcontent@gmail.com | www.formandcontent.org
Form + Content Gallery is an artist-run collective with a gallery at 210 North 2nd Street in Minneapolis. Form + Content strives to link personal expression to broader social contexts through diverse artistic practice and thoughtful dialogue.
Hrs: Thu-Sat 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Frank Stone Gallery
1224 2nd Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Tel: (612) 617-9965
lynn@frankstonegallery.com | www.frankstonegallery.com
Frank Stone Gallery has shown over 200 local and international artists. As owners of one of the earliest galleries in the center of the Northeast Arts District, Frank Stone and Lynn Olson provide an ideal venue for showing Frank’s sculptures, furniture and glass as well as the works of artists in all media.
Hrs: Thu-Sun 12 to 5 p.m. & by appt.

Gallery 360
3011 West 50th Street (at Xerxes), Minneapolis, MN 55410
Tel: (612) 925-2400
info@gallery360mpls.com | www.gallery360mpls.com
Gallery 360 is a contemporary retail gallery located at the corner of 50th and Xerxes in southwest Minneapolis. Exhibitions rotate every six weeks, displaying an ever-changing collection of local and national talent. While representing traditional art media such as painting, photography and sculpture, the gallery is also known for its diverse mix of contemporary art jewelry, locally designed fashions and handmade tile work. The gallery’s tagline “art in every degree” sums up the extensive variety of fine art and handcrafted product available within.
Hrs: Mon-Fri 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sat 12 to 5 p.m.; extended holiday hours

The Grand Hand Gallery
619 Grand Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55102
Tel: (651) 312-1122
admin@thegrandhand.com | www.thegrandhand.com
A gallery of fine American craft and fine art featuring work by local, regional and national artists in clay, wood, metal, fiber, glass, jewelry and painting. Special exhibits of individual artists are held approximately eight times per year. Professional custom framing services are also available.
Hrs: Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thu 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sun 12 to 5 p.m.

Hillstrom Museum of Art
Gustavus Adolphus College
800 West College Avenue, St. Peter, MN 56082
Tel: (507) 933-7200
hillstrom@gustavus.edu | http://gustavus.edu/finearts/hillstrom
The Hillstrom Museum of Art features exhibitions (and related public lectures) of contemporary and earlier artworks by artists of regional, national and international renown, including exhibits drawn from the museum’s permanent collection, which emphasizes early twentieth century, mostly figurative American art. There is no admission charge for the museum’s exhibitions and related programs, which are open to the public.
Hrs: Mon-Fri 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sat, Sun 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. during the academic year

Highpoint Center for Printmaking
912 West Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55408
Tel: (612) 871-1326
info@highpointprintmaking.org | www.highpointprintmaking.org
Highpoint Center for Printmaking is dedicated to advancing the art of printmaking. Highpoint provides educational programs, community access and collaborative publishing opportunities. Highpoint’s 10,000 square foot new permanent home opened in June 2009 and features a museum-quality gallery, a professional studio for Highpoint Editions, a Printshop Cooperative for local artists and a dedicated classroom. Educational tours, classes, community free days and demonstrations are available.
Hrs: Mon-Fri 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sat 12 to 4 p.m.

Hopkins Center for the Arts
1111 Main Street, Hopkins, MN 55343
Tel: (952) 979-1100
sbibus@hopkinsmn.com | www.hopkinsartscenter.com
Provides ongoing exhibition and performing arts series. Other art programs provided by primary tenants Stages Theater Company and HSD270, as well as through collaborations with The Loft, Hennepin County Library Foundation and others.
Hrs: Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sun 12 to 5 p.m.

Inside Out Gallery at Interact Center for the Visual & Performing Arts
212 Third Avenue North, Suite 140 (enter on 2nd Street), Minneapolis, MN 55401
Tel: (612) 339-5145
info@interactcenter.com | www.interactcenter.com
Inside Out Gallery and Interact Center is the only place of its kind in the nation: a professional-level visual arts studio and theater that supports the creative growth of artists with disabilities. Interact artists create unique work that is affordable and highly collectable in the contemporary arts environment.
Hrs: Wed-Fri 12 to 4 p.m. & by appt.

Jean Stephen Galleries
917 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Tel: (612) 338-4333
jsg@jeanstephengalleries.com | www.jeanstephengalleries.com
Jean Stephen Galleries features contemporary art, graphics and sculpture by major national and international artists as well as local artists. We represent Hart, Dr. Seuss, Parkes, Jiang, Markes, Yuroz, Thorpe, Von Koelnau and Cooper. It is a beautiful walk-in gallery on Nicollet Mall in the retail district.
Hrs: Mon-Sat 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Kären Gallery
927 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Tel: (612) 343-9333 or (612) 816-9511
knemer@aol.com | www.karengallery.com
The art in The Kären Gallery features local artists working in a classical realism and varies by medium: oils, mosaics and pottery. Owner Kären Nemer, who is eager to share her craft and discuss the art process with gallery visitors, paints on site during Saturday business hours. Located in the Rush’s Bridal building on Nicollet Mall.
Hrs: Tue, Thu 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Wed, Fri, Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Katherine E. Nash Gallery
Regis Center for Art, University of Minnesota
405 21st Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Tel: (612) 624-6518
nash@umn.edu | www.artdept.umn.edu
The Katherine E. Nash Gallery is strongly committed to: (1) creating a showcase for faculty and MFA thesis work, (2) exhibiting art in various media by diverse artists from regional, national and international sources and (3) providing a forum for educating and engaging University of Minnesota students and the general public in the visual arts.
Hrs: Tue-Sat 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

MCAD Gallery
Minneapolis College of Art & Design
2501 Stevens Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Tel: (612) 874-3667
www.mcad.edu
The MCAD Gallery is committed to presenting student, local, national and international artists through a schedule of diverse exhibitions. Visit us online for more information. MCAD is located next to the Minneapolis Institute of Arts.
Hrs: Mon-Fri 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sun 12 to 5 p.m.

Mhiripiri Gallery
Main location: 9001 Penn Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55431
Tel: (952) 285-9684
Second location: IDS Center Crystal Court
Skyway Level
7th and 8th Streets at Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402
rexandjulie@shonasculpturemhiripir.com | www.shonasculpturemhiripir.com
Visit us for fine Zimbabwe Shona stone sculpture. Lovers of the rare, bargain hunters, browsers, and yes, serious collectors are all welcome. We also feature original oils, acrylics, watercolors, batiks on silk, masks and other African antiques. Pay us a visit us and be pleasantly surprised.
Hrs: Mon-Sat 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Minnesota Center for Book Arts
1011 Washington Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Tel: (612) 215-2520
mcba@mnbookarts.org | www.mnbookarts.org
Minnesota Center for Book Arts (MCBA) is the largest, most comprehensive book arts center in the nation, where you’ll find creativity, expression and inspiration through letterpress printing, bookbinding, papermaking and experiencing the book as contemporary art. Free gallery exhibitions and community programs run all year. A variety of hands-on workshops are offered to feed your curiosity and stretch your creativity. The Shop at MCBA features artists’ works, instructional books, handmade cards and unique gifts.
Hrs: Wed-Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tue 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sun 12 to 4 p.m.

Northern Clay Center
2424 East Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Tel: (612) 339-8007
nccinfo@northernclaycenter.org | www.northernclaycenter.org
Ongoing programs include exhibitions, a Sales Gallery, classes and workshops for children and adults, studios and grants for artists. Guided tours, hands-on events and demos are available. The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Hrs: Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thu 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sun 12 to 4 p.m.

Orfield Gallery
2709 East 25th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Tel: (612) 721-2455
info@orfieldlabs.com | www.orfieldlabs.com
Orfield Gallery focuses on modern artists of local, regional, national and international reputation. We are located in the historic Sound 80s Studios building in the Seward neighborhood, adjacent the West Bank of University of Minnesota.
Hrs: Tue-Fri 2 to 5 p.m.

The Paul Whitney Larson Art Gallery
University of Minnesota, St. Paul Student Center
2017 Buford Avenue, Room 42, St. Paul, MN 55108
Tel: (612) 625-0214
visualarts@umn.edu | www.sua.umn.edu/vac
The Paul Whitney Larson Art Gallery exhibits a wide variety of works featuring local, national and international artists. The gallery is student-run and features both solo and group exhibitions.
Hrs: Mon-Wed 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thu 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fri 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Summer Hrs (May-Aug): Mon-Wed 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Thu 12 to 6 p.m.; Fri 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Phipps Center for the Arts
109 Locust Street, Hudson, WI 54016
Tel: (715) 386-2305
info@thephipps.org | www.thephipps.org
The Phipps Center for the Arts, a multi-disciplinary art center located on the St. Croix River in downtown Hudson, is dedicated to “celebrating the creative spirit.” In our six galleries, we present work in all media by more than 300 local and regional artists annually, including group exhibitions and thematic shows. The visual arts program also offers classes, workshops and a Summer Art Camp for students of all ages and skill levels. Our gift shop offers original handmade artwork for every occasion from jewelry and fibers to ceramics and original prints.
Hrs: Mon-Sat 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Sun 12 to 4:30 p.m. and one hour before and during theater performances

Premier Gallery
141 South Seventh Street, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Tel: (612) 338-4541
mail@premiergallery.com | www.premiergallery.com
Premier Gallery, an art gallery in the classic tradition, showcases original art by local, national and international artists.
Hrs: Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Raymond Avenue Gallery
761 Raymond Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55114
Tel: (651) 644-9200
For 20 years the Raymond Avenue Gallery has presented the work of recognized regional artists. Among them are Warren MacKenzie, potter; Nancy MacKenzie, fiber artist; Joseph Brown, sculptor; Wayne Potratz, sculptor; Guillermo Cuellar, potter; Marit Lee Kucera, fiber artist; Dick Cooter, potter and Debbie Cooter, textile artist.
Hrs: Mon-Fri 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sabes Jewish Community Center Tychman Shapiro Gallery
4330 South Cedar Lake Road, Minneapolis, MN 55416
Tel: (952) 381-3416
www.sabesjcc.org
The Tychman Shapiro Gallery features unique and diverse opportunities to explore Jewish artistic expression. Exhibits are paired with dynamic artist lectures, workshops and educational programs.
Hrs: Mon-Thu 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Fri 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sun 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Gallery hours are seasonal and subject to change.

Savage Art Studio & Gallery
4735 West 123rd Street, Suite 200, Savage, MN 55378
Tel: (952) 895-0375
info@savageartstudios.com | www.savageartstudios.com
Savage Art Studio & Gallery is located 15 to 20 minutes from Edina, Minneapolis and St Paul, just off Hwy 13 between Hwy 169 and 35W in historic downtown Savage. SASG features regional artists working in a range of painting genres, photography, glass, pottery, frames and gift items. Originals and limited edition prints. This 3,000-square-foot facility houses 10 professional working artist/photographer studios, a full service fine art gallery and a representational fine art school. Discover this unique artists' community in the south metro.
Hrs: Tue-Sat 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; June to September: Sun 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SEASONS on St. Croix Gallery
401 Second Street, Hudson, WI 54016
Tel: (715) 381-2906
ruth@seasonsonstcroix.com | www.seasonsonstcroix.com
A colorful, eclectic gallery featuring contemporary craft and fine art from local, regional and national artists. The gallery is adjacent to Casanova Glass Studio and Christensen Clay Studio which contribute to a great art experience.
Hrs: Open seven days a week, varies by season

The Soap Factory
518 2nd Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Mailing Address: PO Box 581696, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Tel: (612) 623-9176
info@soapfactory.org | www.soapfactory.org
Based in a historic factory warehouse on the Minneapolis riverfront, the nonprofit Soap Factory dedicates 12,000 square feet of gallery space to the production, presentation and promotion of emerging contemporary practice across the visual arts.
Hrs: Thu, Fri 2 to 8 p.m.; Sat, Sun 12 to 5 p.m. May-October

Susan Hensel Gallery
3441 Cedar Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55407
Tel: (612) 722-2324
susan@susanhenselgallery.com | www.susanhenselgallery.com
The Susan Hensel Gallery is devoted to art, story and activism, providing quality art that is engaging and thought-provoking in a casual, community-oriented format. Six shows per year include Reader’s Art, a national invitational artist’s book show entering its tenth year. Poetry readings and other events frequently occur relating to current shows.
Hrs: Mon 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. or by appt.

Textile Center
3000 University Avenue SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Tel: (612) 436-0464
info@textilecentermn.org | www.textilecentermn.org
Textile Center is a national center for fiber art, honoring textile traditions and promoting excellence and innovation in fiber art. Through exhibitions, education programs and textile arts resources, the Textile Center represents and supports fiber artists working in all forms of textile media including weaving, quilting, knitting, sewing, needlework, dyeing, felting, basketry and beading. Our facility features the Joan Mondale Gallery, a shop, 300-seat auditorium, classrooms, 16,000-volume Pat O'Connor Library and the Ellen Wells Dye Lab.
Gallery & Shop Hrs: Mon-Thu 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Fri, Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Third Floor Gallery, Metropolitan State University
645 East 7th Street, St. Paul, MN 55106
Tel: (651) 999-5942
http://www.metrostate.edu/msweb/explore/cas/departments/cwa/gallery/index.html
The Third Floor Gallery is a formally curated exhibition space that is designed to support and complement the arts curriculum at Metropolitan State University.
Hrs: Mon-Thu 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Fri, Sat 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Thrivent Financial Collection of Religious Art
625 Fourth Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Tel: (612) 844-8072
www.lutheransonline.com/lutheransonline/art
Collection includes over 800 works on paper of religious subject matter, spanning the 3rd to 20th centuries. Illuminated manuscripts, old master prints and drawings, reformation prints and German expressionist prints are some of the areas of specialty of the collection.
Hrs: Mon-Fri 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Traffic Zone Center for Visual Art Gallery
250 Third Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55401 | Gallery is in lobby
Tel: (612) 247-1244 (Jodi Reeb-Myers) | (612) 240-4654 (Kathy Wismar)
tzartists@gmail.com | www.trafficzoneart.com
TRAFFIC ZONE GALLERY is located in the heart of the warehouse district, (two blocks from the new baseball stadium) on the street level of the artist cooperative Traffic Zone Center For The Visual Arts established in 1995. The gallery is committed to the work of mid-career artists and presents curated exhibitions in a wide range of media by Traffic Zone members as well as the work of regionally and nationally based artists.
Hrs: Mon-Fri 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. & by appt.

University of St. Thomas
Department of Art History/Exhibitions
UST-Mail 57P
2115 Summit Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105
Tel: (651) 962-5560
sefocke@stthomas.edu | www.stthomas.edu/arthistory/exhibitions/currentexhibits
The exhibition program at the University of St. Thomas hosts three exhibits a year featuring a variety of media by emerging and established artists.
Mon-Sat 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sun 12 to 10 p.m.

Vern Carver & Beard Art Galleries
2817 Hennepin Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55408
Tel: (612) 339-3449
www.verncarverbeard.com
Founded in 1886, it is the oldest gallery in the Twin Cities. We feature original fine art by regional artists of past and present, including antique prints, art glass and superb custom framing. Restoration and appraisal services are available.
Hrs: Mon-Fri 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m. to 4 p.m..

Water and Oil Art Gallery
506 Kenny Road, St. Paul, MN 55130
Tel: (651) 774-2260
www.waterandoil.com
Established in 2007, Water and Oil Art Gallery specializes in original artwork from Scandinavia and Northern Europe. With a focus on artists from Sweden and Denmark, the gallery features a variety of mediums and styles ranging from the mid 1800s to the present. A source of fine art. View the collection online or visit the gallery.
Hrs: Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thu 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

xylos - custom furniture + accessories
3020 West 50th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55410
Tel: (612) 922-1702
postmaster@xylosgallery.com | www.xylosgallery.com
xylos shows distinctive hand-built furniture and accessories, created by a select group of the area’s most talented designer/makers. xylos offers the finest in one-of-a-kind, limited edition and custom designed furniture.
Hrs: Thu-Fri 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sun 12 to 5 p.m.

MUSEUMS | Listed Alphabetically

American Museum of Asmat Art at the University of St. Thomas
UST-AMAA Mail 57 P
2115 Summit Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105
Tel: (651) 962-5512
jarisser@stthomas.edu | www.stthomas.edu/asmat
The American Museum of Asmat Art at the University of St. Thomas will have a gallery when the Anderson Student Union is completed. Until then, visit displays in buildings on our St. Paul campus. Visit our Web site or call for more information. Currently displays in the O’Shaughnessy Education Center, the O’Shaughnessy-Frey Library, Brady Education Center and John Roach Center.
Hrs: Mon-Fri 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Frederick R. Weisman Art Museum
University of Minnesota
333 East River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Tel: (612) 625-9494
wamevent@umn.edu | www.weisman.umn.edu
Housed in a striking stainless steel building designed by architect Frank Gehry, the Weisman offers an educational and friendly experience. The museum’s collection features early twentieth century American artists such as Georgia O’Keefe and Mardsen Hartley, as well as a diverse selection of contemporary art.
Hrs: Tue, Wed, Fri 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thu 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sat, Sun 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

James J. Hill House
240 Summit Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55102
Tel: (651) 297-2555
hillhouse@mnhs.org | www.mnhs.org/hillhouse
The James J. Hill House is a multiple-use historic house museum offering guided tours, educational programs, neighborhood tours, lectures, concerts, dramatic programs, art exhibitions and event rental facilities.
Hrs: Wed-Sat 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; Sun 1 to 3:30 p.m.

Mill City Museum
704 South Second Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Tel: (612) 341-7555
mcm@mnhs.org | www.millcitymuseum.org
An architectural showpiece built within the ruins of a National Historic Landmark, Mill City Museum tells the story of Minneapolis through dynamic exhibits and programs. Rotating exhibits in its central Mill Commons highlight the work of local artists and the collections of the Minnesota Historical Society.
Hrs: Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thu 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sun 12 to 5 p.m.

Minneapolis Institute of Arts
2400 Third Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Tel: (612) 870-3131
www.artsmia.org
The Minneapolis Institute of Arts, one of the outstanding art museums in the country, features art and artifacts from around the world from ancient sculptures to photography. The art is priceless. The admission is free!
Hrs: Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thu 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Minnesota Historical Society
345 West Kellogg Boulevard, St. Paul, MN 55102
Tel: (651) 296-6126
www.mnhs.org
The Minnesota Historical Society is a nonprofit educational and cultural institution established in 1849 to preserve and share Minnesota history. The Society collects, preserves and tells the story of Minnesota’s past through museum exhibits, libraries and collections, historic sites, educational programs and book publishing.

Minnesota History Center
345 West Kellogg Boulevard, St. Paul, MN 55102
Tel: (651) 296-6126
www.minnesotahistorycenter.org
An architectural masterpiece in a beautiful metropolitan setting, the Minnesota History Center is both an exciting, interactive museum and a gathering place. Featuring hands-on exhibits and a year-round program of entertaining, educational events, the History Center is truly a Minnesota gem.
Hrs: Tue 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Wed-Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sun 12 to 5 p.m. Additional hours Memorial Day through Labor Day: Monday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Minnesota State Capitol
75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, St. Paul, MN 55155
Tel: (651) 296-2881
statecapitol@mnhs.org | www.mnhs.org/capitol
From its grand stairs to its historic Senate, House and Court chambers, there’s always something to see at the State Capitol. Designed by renowned architect Cass Gilbert, the building is considered an architectural masterpiece and holds a special place in Minnesota’s history.
Hrs: Mon-Fri 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sun 1 to 4 p.m. Guided tours on the hour. Last tour begins one hour before closing.

Walker Art Center
1750 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Tel: (612) 375-7600
info@walkerart.org | www.walkerart.org
The Walker Art Center is known for its major exhibitions of twentieth and twenty-first century art; presentation of vanguard music, dance, theater, film and video; and innovative education programs and visionary new media initiatives. Admission is free every Thursday evening from 5 to 9 p.m. and the first Saturday of every month. The Walker Art Center is internationally recognized as a leading venue for the presentation of the art of our time.
Hrs: Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thu, Fri 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, a project of the Walker and the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, is adjacent to the Art Center.
Open 6 a.m. to midnight. Admission is free.