Know Before You Go

Plan Your Visit

Your admission ticket includes access to the gallery exhibitions in the Center Building, the Bob Ross Experience in the L.L. Ball Home and the Oakhurst Experience in the Oakhurst Home. We recommend purchasing tickets in advance, especially if you plan to visit the Bob Ross Experience.

Parking and Directions

Free parking is available throughout campus, with designated lots near our main visitor destinations. Because Minnetrista spans 40 acres, we recommend reviewing our campus map before your visit to find the best parking area for your plans.

Hours and Admission

Exhibition and building hours vary from our outdoor garden and Nature Area hours. Please check our Plan Your Visit page for current hours, admission prices, directions and additional visitor information.

Accessibility

Many of our public buildings and outdoor spaces are accessible, though some areas have limited access. Visit our Accessibility & Amenities page for details about mobility accommodations, wheelchairs and sensory support resources.

All painting materials, including aprons, will be provided. Just bring yourself!

• Oil paintings can take up to two weeks to dry. Please bring a box, sheet or flat surface to transport your painting home.

• Workshops are for participants ages 14 and older. Only registered participants may attend or remain in the workshop space.

Workshop Locations

Cantina | Center Building

The workshop takes place in the Cantina inside the Center Building. Parking is available in the main lot next to the building. See our campus map for directions.

Bob Ross Experience Studio | L.L. Ball Home

The workshop takes place in the Bob Ross Experience Studio inside the L.L. Ball Home on Minnetrista Boulevard. The studio is accessible by stairs only. Parking is available next to the home. See our campus map for directions.

See upcoming workshops here. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Parking and Directions

Free parking is available in the main lot next to the Center Building and in the Nature Area gravel lot. Please see our campus map for parking locations and directions.

Check-In

Please check in at the Center Building when you arrive. Check your specific event webpage for event details, including the event map and any additional arrival instructions.

Event Updates

Program details and logistics may vary by event. Review your specific event webpage before arriving for the most up-to-date information, and follow Minnetrista on social media for additional updates.

Find your family program here. We look forward to welcoming your family to Minnetrista!

Before You Arrive

Parking is available in the Center Building lot. Please check in at the front desk when you arrive. All tools, supplies and safety gear will be provided. See our campus map for directions.

Precious Metal Clay

Wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty.

Fused Glass

For your safety, wear closed-toe shoes and keep your hair pulled back. Avoid loose or flowing sleeves and accessories. Participants without proper footwear cannot enter the workshop space.

Enameling

For your safety, wear closed-toe shoes, keep your hair pulled back and avoid loose or flowing sleeves and accessories. Participants without proper footwear cannot enter the workshop space. Cotton clothing is recommended when working around heat, with long sleeves preferred to protect your skin. A cotton flannel or button-up shirt is a good option.

Project Pickup

For precious metal clay and fused glass workshops, projects will be ready for pickup the Wednesday following your workshop. Pick up your project at the Center Building front desk during regular business hours.

If you’re unable to pick up your project in person, email Heather at hjordan@minnetrista.net to discuss shipping costs.

See hands-on workshops here. We look forward to creating with you!

Location and Parking

Your workshop takes place at the Marilyn K. Glick Center for Glass. Parking is available in Lot G13 next to the building.

What to Wear

All tools, supplies and safety gear will be provided. For your safety, closed-toe shoes are required, hair must be pulled back, and loose or flowing sleeves and accessories should be avoided. Cotton clothing with long sleeves is recommended to protect your skin around heat. A cotton flannel or button-up shirt is a great option.

See hot glass workshops here. We look forward to creating with you!

Parking and Directions

Parking is available in the Center Building lot. Please see our campus map for directions and parking information.

Food and Allergies

Food will be provided by Minnetrista’s Hospitality team during the program. If you have any food allergies or dietary concerns, please contact us at 765.282.4848 or info@minnetrista.net before your visit.

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