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Minnetrista Announces Transition to Dual Leadership Model
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens, has announced the adoption of a dual leadership model, effective January 2026, designed to enhance strategic capacity and support the organization’s continued growth and community impact. Under this structure, Brian Statz will continue serving as Chief Executive Officer, and Lindsey Horan has been named President.
Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See Opens at Minnetrista January 24
This powerful exhibition tells the story of 14-year-old Emmett Till, whose brutal murder in 1955 shocked the nation and became a catalyst for the civil rights movement. Through compelling images and real stories, visitors will experience the enduring legacy of Mamie Till-Mobley, who turned her grief into action. Let the World See is a strong reminder of the power of truth and the ongoing struggle for justice.
Threads of Home Explores Memory and Meaning Through Metal and Glass
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens presents Threads of Home, a powerful new exhibition by metal and glass artist Jessica Calderwood, on view December 6, 2025, through March 1, 2026. The exhibition features a striking collection of handcrafted works that reinterpret textile patterns drawn from diverse communities across Delaware County, preserving both their beauty and the stories they carry.
Enchanted Luminaria Walk Lights Up Minnetrista’s Campus This Holiday Season
Join us for Enchanted Luminaria Walk, on Friday, December 5, and Saturday, December 6, from 5–9 p.m. each evening. This free, family-friendly event transforms Minnetrista’s 40-acre campus into a glowing winter celebration filled with lights, live music, festive activities, and opportunities for joyful memory-making.
Two Days of Sustainability and Storytelling: Kelsey Timmerman Comes to Minnetrista for Farmers Market Book Signing and The Garden Social Book Launch Event
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens will host two unique opportunities to meet New York Times bestselling author Kelsey Timmerman and explore the themes of his latest book, Regenerating Earth: Farmers Working with Nature to Feed Our Future.
Minnetrista’s Summer Discovery Day Offers Free Admission and Family Fun
Pack your curiosity and get ready for a day of free admission and family fun across our beautiful campus. Dive into the whimsical world of Good Night Forest, try your hand at interactive activities, and uncover the hidden wonders of summer in nature, art, and play. From gallery adventures to garden explorations, there’s something new to discover around every corner.
Explore the Enigmatic World of the “Unicorn of the Sea” at Minnetrista’s Newest Exhibition, Narwhal: Revealing an Arctic Legend
The narwhal, with its unique spiral tusk, has inspired legend and fascinated people across cultures for centuries. Take a deep dive into the narwhal's Arctic world to explore what makes this mysterious animal and its changing ecosystem so important. Through first-hand accounts from scientists and Inuit community members, the exhibition will reveal how traditional knowledge and experience, coupled with the latest scientific research, heighten our understanding of these fascinating animals—and our changing global climate.
