Programs
Thursday Night Series
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Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and creative spirit of the Driftless Region with Mississippi Sippin’, MMAM’s beloved summer music series. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Mississippi River, this all-ages event invites you to unwind with live outdoor performances, artist trunk shows from the Shoppe MMAM, and beverages from MMAM’s newest creation, the Water Bar Cafe + Provisions.
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In partnership with the Winona Symphony Orchestra, MMAM presents Water Music: Chamber Concerts at the MMAM. Water Music presents a series of chamber music concerts in an intimate, refined setting among the galleries. These performances are jointly programmed to spotlight both the visual treasures of MMAM and musical masterworks unified by a common theme.
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Unwind and get inspired at MMAM’s Thursday Night Series! On select Thursdays in 2025, join us for an evening of art, music, and engaging activities.
Arts Access Programs
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This mindfulness-based program focuses on exploring themes that support our health through creativity and play, inspired by MMAM galleries.
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Enjoy live music in the MMAM Gardens this summer with the Mississippi Sippin Concert Series. While you are here, find a curated selection of spirited and non-spirited beverages, food trucks outside along the Mississippi River, and then, venture into the galleries (open late until 8pm) to see how exhibiting artists are using water as inspiration for their work.
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Art is for everyone! Join the Minnesota Marine Art Museum quarterly for Seasonal Saturday. With $1 admission for all, this is a fun and lively day to visit the museum for first-time visitors and experienced museum-goers alike.
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A unique program designed specifically for people with memory loss and their care partners. SPARK! programs offer participants an opportunity to enhance their quality of life through social engagement, mental stimulation, and communication.
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A lively gathering of our littlest art lovers and the grown-ups at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum. Toddler Tuesday offers hands-on art activities such as painting with marbles, drawing, and butterfly making. There are also opportunities for free-play, storytelling, and a chance for toddlers and their grown-ups to take a self-guided exploration of artworks in the galleries.
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Jun 12, 2025
Unwind and unleash your creativity at our Craft + Cocktail Workshop on Thursday, June 12. Join Rochester-based wood specialist Kevin Ewing for an evening of hands-on artistry, where you’ll carve your very own river-inspired scene from a block of basswood. While you work, enjoy a refreshing cocktail expertly crafted by Water Bar, perfectly paired to complement the experience. -
July 11 - 13, 2025
Immerse yourself in the ancient art of papermaking while exploring the Mississippi River through an innovative deep-mapping experience. In this three-day workshop, participants will journey beyond traditional cartography to create a nuanced, multi-layered understanding of place through hands-on creativity.
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July 31, 2025
Unwind with a relaxing evening by the water at our Craft + Cocktail candle-making workshop with Rae Handcrafted. Inspired by the scents and tastes of summer, you'll craft your own custom candle while enjoying a cocktail and good company—perfect for a date night or gathering with friends!
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Aug 2, 2025 – Aug 3, 2025
Featuring renowned artist Anna Gaseitsiwe of "A Paper Florist,” this hands-on workshop invites you to explore the art of crafting stunning, lifelike paper flowers within our inspiring museum setting.
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Sep 13, 2025 – Sep 14, 2025
Join MMAM for a workshop presented in partnership with Pillbox Bat Co., to build and paint your own custom Kubb set—a Nordic lawn game that's equal parts strategy, skill, and summer fun. Held at the iconic Pillbox Bat Co., known for its handcrafted baseball bats, this workshop offers a playful shift from America’s pastime to one of the midwest’s finest. You’ll leave not only with your own one-of-a-kind game set, but also with a new way to enjoy the sunshine with friends and family for years to come.
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Oct 3, 2025 – Oct 4, 2025
Join plein air painter, Joshua Cunningham, for a special 2-day oil plein air painting workshop. Each day will be unique and subject to the time, place, and weather. In this workshop, participants will examine how some foundational principles of the prismatic palette can deepen the understanding of how light and air reveal the world, helping us see and share in the gift of each day.
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Oct 3, 2025 – Oct 4, 2025
Join Kar-Keat Chong, artist, architect, educator and worldly Urban Sketcher for his workshop “Master the Basics: Ink and Watercolor Sketching with Kar-Keat Chong.” Designed to develop confidence and understand the dynamics of sketching on location. Come away with the skills and passion for life-long learning as you embark on your artistic expression through sketching.
MMAM Programs + Events
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Join MMAM on May 18, for our Annual Report to the Community. We will gather to share how our mission-based work as a nonprofit visual arts museum has impacted the audiences we serve, announce a few highlights to look out for in the coming year, and acknowledge the individuals and partners who made it all possible.
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Join us at MMAM on September 21 for the 2024 For the Love of Water Gala. This event, hosted at MMAM will feature a cocktail hour, seated dinner, and an auction. Enjoy a lovely September evening at the museum, and help MMAM move its mission forward!
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The staff at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum strives to get out into the community and get involved in our community. Check out the calendar to see where you can meet us!
This activity is made possible by the voter of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund.