May 2022
TreeHouses – Look Who’s Living in the Trees
Hang out in the trees in this hands-on exhibit. Step foot into an indoor treehouse, experiment with the technology that builds treehouses, and conduct forest research high in the treetops. TreeHouses offers creative ways to explore the important roles that trees play in providing homes for all sorts of wild things (including people!). This popular exhibit engages forest explorers of all ages in the ecology of sustainable harvesting and indoor nature exploration. TreeHouses was produced by the Environmental Exhibit Collaborative with…
Find out more »Shape ‘Scape
Design.Build.Play Bring your designs to life! Shape ‘Scape encourages teamwork, imagination, and play, enforcing the idea of our impact on the built world around us. Visitors will become architects with the opportunity to create the Minnetrista of the future! Design teams will follow their idea from beginning to end, designing and redesigning Minnetrista for the next generation in new and unique ways. Featuring the Imagination Playground, innovate through creative play and shape your own world!
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Glass Workshop: Copper Enameling
Cost: $45; member discounts apply Registration deadline: May 23 Try something new with this workshop exploring creative connections between glasswork and copper! By kiln firing glass onto copper, you can create custom jewelry pieces to wear or give as gifts. Come together with friends and Minnetrista experts to learn a new skill and leave with a treasured piece of art. Glass Workshops are 13 & up unless otherwise noted. All tools, supplies, and safety gear will be provided.
Find out more »Bob Ross Painting Workshop – June
Cost: $70; member discounts apply Paint with a Certified Ross Instructor on the site where Bob painted for years. This workshop is the perfect opportunity to get creative and learn the process of painting in Bob Ross’ signature style. Just bring yourself and we will provide everything you need to have a great time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!” In this workshop you will paint on a 12×16 canvas. All supplies are included. This event will be socially…
Find out more »Garden Fair
June 4; 8 a.m.–3 p.m. & June 5; 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Free community event Discover beautiful plants, landscaping tools, and crafts to strengthen your summer gardening projects! Meet vendors, get tips from horticulture experts, and spend time with friends and family at this fun community event. Our Farmers Market will also be open on June 4 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Find out more »Nature Play Days
June 4–12 Free community days Come have fun at Nature Play Days and explore all that nature has to offer at Minnetrista! Experience a variety of family-friendly activities, including outdoor games, planting herbs, and so much more. Bring your family and friends and enjoy some time outside! Take a look at the calendar of events, and be sure not to miss the exciting opportunities for the whole family.
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Find out more »Glass Artists Camp
June 6–10; 9 a.m.–2 p.m. M,T,Th,F & 9 a.m.–Noon W Cost: $250; member discounts apply Registration deadline: June 2 It’s a blast with glass! Each day is packed with exciting projects, including using fundamental tools to design glass art. From torch to grinding, campers will try it all! For young artists 12–14 years old. Campers will need to bring their own lunch every day.
Find out more »Tea & Talk: Planting One Tree at a Time
Cost: $16; member discounts apply Lead Horticulture Specialist, Austin Weiland, will share the Horticulture department's plan to plant trees on Minnetrista's campus. He will give insight on the origin of the trees, tree types, planting procedures, and how to keep a newly planted tree healthy. Enjoy tea and hors d'oeuvres while you learn about the process of tree planting. register
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Find out more »Glass Explorers Camp
June 13–17; 9 a.m.–2 p.m. M, T, TH, F & 9 a.m.–Noon W Cost: $250; member discounts apply Registration deadline: June 9 Explore the amazing art of glass through fun projects and activities. Campers will learn glass techniques and create their own masterpieces. For young artists 9-11 years old. Campers will need to bring their own lunch every day.
Find out more »Hoosier Shakespeare Festival Presents “The Tragedy of Macbeth”
Free community event Pack a picnic, bring chairs, and enjoy a special performance of The Tragedy of Macbeth. Three witches tell the Scottish general Macbeth that he will be King of Scotland. Encouraged by his wife, Macbeth kills the king, becomes the new king, and kills more people out of paranoia. Civil war erupts to overthrow Macbeth, resulting in more death.
Find out more »Hoosier Shakespeare Festival Presents “The Merry Wives of Windsor”
Free community event Pack a picnic, bring chairs, and enjoy a special performance of The Merry Wives of Windsor. Falstaff decides to fix his financial woe by seducing the wives of two wealthy merchants. The wives find he sent them identical letters and take revenge by playing tricks on Falstaff when he comes calling. With the help of their husbands and friends, the wives play one last trick in the woods to put Falstaff's mischief to an end.
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Find out more »National Pollinator Week
June 20-26 Free community days Join us to celebrate National Pollinator Week at Minnetrista. Each day a new activity will be available to teach kids about the exciting world of pollination and the ways it affects our natural environment. Throw seed bombs, dance like a bee, and more to learn more about the vital role pollinators play in our world and how you can help them thrive! Take a look at the calendar of events, and be sure not to…
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Find out more »Culinary Skills Camp – SOLD OUT
June 27–July 1; 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Cost: $225; member discounts apply Registration deadline: June 23 Grab your aprons budding chefs, the kitchen awaits in an upper-level summer camp at which campers will dish out fun, new recipes, learn how to master appliances and discover better techniques to expand their culinary palates. For young chefs 12–14 years old. Lunch provided.
Find out more »July 2022
Farmers Market at Minnetrista
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Find out more »Bob Ross Painting Workshop – July
Cost: $70; member discounts apply Paint with a Certified Ross Instructor on the site where Bob painted for years. This workshop is the perfect opportunity to get creative and learn the process of painting in Bob Ross’ signature style. Just bring yourself and we will provide everything you need to have a great time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!” In this workshop you will paint on a 12×16 canvas. All supplies are included. This event will be socially…
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Find out more »Junior Chefs Camp – SOLD OUT
July 11–15; 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Cost: $225; member discounts apply Registration deadline: July 7 Campers will learn how to pick and create kid-friendly recipes, experiment with authentic kitchen appliances, and expand their culinary palates in this exciting summer camp. For young chefs 9–11 years old. Lunch provided.
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Find out more »Farmers Market at Minnetrista
Join us for Farmers Market and discover fresh and healthy food, produce, and more. It’s here you can connect with local vendors to discover what our community has to offer.
Find out more »Farmers Market at Minnetrista
Join us for Farmers Market and discover fresh and healthy food, produce, and more. It’s here you can connect with local vendors to discover what our community has to offer.
Find out more »August 2022
Bob Ross Painting Workshop – August
Cost: $70; member discounts apply Paint with a Certified Ross Instructor on the site where Bob painted for years. This workshop is the perfect opportunity to get creative and learn the process of painting in Bob Ross’ signature style. Just bring yourself and we will provide everything you need to have a great time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!” In this workshop you will paint on a 12×16 canvas. All supplies are included. This event will be socially…
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Join us for Farmers Market and discover fresh and healthy food, produce, and more. It’s here you can connect with local vendors to discover what our community has to offer.
Find out more »Farmers Market at Minnetrista
Join us for Farmers Market and discover fresh and healthy food, produce, and more. It’s here you can connect with local vendors to discover what our community has to offer.
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Join us for Farmers Market and discover fresh and healthy food, produce, and more. It’s here you can connect with local vendors to discover what our community has to offer.
Find out more »Farmers Market at Minnetrista
Join us for Farmers Market and discover fresh and healthy food, produce, and more. It’s here you can connect with local vendors to discover what our community has to offer.
Find out more »September 2022
Farmers Market at Minnetrista
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Find out more »Farmers Market at Minnetrista
Join us for Farmers Market and discover fresh and healthy food, produce, and more. It’s here you can connect with local vendors to discover what our community has to offer.
Find out more »Farmers Market at Minnetrista
Join us for Farmers Market and discover fresh and healthy food, produce, and more. It’s here you can connect with local vendors to discover what our community has to offer.
Find out more »Farmers Market at Minnetrista
Join us for Farmers Market and discover fresh and healthy food, produce, and more. It’s here you can connect with local vendors to discover what our community has to offer.
Find out more »October 2022
Farmers Market at Minnetrista
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Find out more »Farmers Market at Minnetrista
Join us for Farmers Market and discover fresh and healthy food, produce, and more. It’s here you can connect with local vendors to discover what our community has to offer.
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Join us for Farmers Market and discover fresh and healthy food, produce, and more. It’s here you can connect with local vendors to discover what our community has to offer.
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Join us for Farmers Market and discover fresh and healthy food, produce, and more. It’s here you can connect with local vendors to discover what our community has to offer.
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