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There's More To Explore!Daily Tours, Discovery Areas & Group ToursDaily Activities always included with paid admission. Click below to see all of our daily tours, adult group tours and school tours.Read More >
Canning By Request at Minnetrista - NEW!!!Can't make a scheduled canning workshop? Don't worry! We'll do a workshop just for your group of 10–15. Each two-hour workshop will introduce the basics of home canning. Take home a jar of your finished product. Reservations must be made at least one week in advance. The canned food will vary with season. Read More >
Farmers Market at MinnetristaSaturdays, 8 a.m. - Noon & Wednesdays, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Join us for Farmers Market at Minnetrista, in the Orchard Shop parking lot! Canning demos every second Saturday at 9 a.m., and Cooking demos every fourth Saturday at 9 a.m.Read More >
She Can Make a DifferenceThrough September 26The new exhibit, created by Minnetrista, is an interactive exploration of women's historical contributions to family, community and our nation. Read More>
Climate ChangeThrough September 19, 2010The world's climate is changing. But we can take steps that will lessen the impact of climate change, benefit the environment, improve our health, and save us money.
After 5: Sampling in the Sun Wednesday, September 8; 5:30–7:30 p.m.Join us for an appetizing After 5 event in the Orchard Courtyard. Tonne Winery will provide tastings of three of its favorite wines. Read More >
PBS Program Club at Minnetrista Wednesday, September 15, 2-4 p.m.American Experience: Andrew Jackson: Good, Evil, and the Presidency The program, transports viewers into the world of America's seventh president, who, in one of the boldest political strokes in history, founded the Democratic Party. Watch the program then participate in an open discussion. Read More >
Senior Free-Admission DaysSeptember 20 & October 18It's back! Minnetrista is excited to once again provide seniors free admission on these special days.
Glass Workshop: Stepping StonesTuesday–Thursday, September 21–23, 5–8 p.m. each nightSteppingstones are a great addition to your yard or garden. Create a steppingstone using basic glass skills.Read More >
Jazz in Black and WhiteOctober 2, 2010 – January 9, 2011Jazz in Black and White is essentially a reflection of an almost lifelong hobby of Duncan Scheidt. Make that two hobbies—photography and jazz. Read more>
Harvest Festival Fun DaySaturday, October 9; 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.The entire family will love Harvest Festival Fun Day. Enjoy a day of celebrating the harvest with the Minnetrista Farmer's Market and Antique Tractor club. See Minnetrista Apple cider being pressed and taste the harvest! Read More>
Making Applesauce 101 Tuesday, October 19; 5:30–7:30 p.m.Canning is a great way to save money while controlling the quality of your food. Join in the applesauce-making fun as we turn fresh apples into applesauce using both hot-water bath and freezer techniques.Read More >
PBS Program ClubWednesday, October 20, 2-4 p.m.American Experience: "TR: The Story of Theodore Roosevelt" "TR" looks deep into the life of the man who embodied the confidence and exuberance of America at the turn of the century. Watch the program then participate in an open discussion. Read More >
Camp Minnetrista-Fall BreakTwo Fridays, October 15 & 22; 8 a.m.–5 p.m.We have a fun way for your child to spend fall break! At Camp Minnetrista they will be learning, playing, and participating in a variety of activities including crafts, games, and making their own snack. They'll have lots of fun exploring nature, history, gardens, and art. Read More >
Survivor JamestownOctober 23, 2010 – January 24, 2011Survivor Jamestown is an immersive educational experience set in 1607 Virginia that puts visitors into the shoes of the original Jamestown colonists. Read more>
