Art Play | Mia – Minneapolis Institute of Arts

Art Play! is your chance to experiment. Each month, explore one medium, artist, or theme in an open studio. Go on a scavenger hunt to find inspiration in Mia’s collection, then make your own artwork in our studios. No prompts, no rules, just play.

Art Play! is free for everyone and open to all ages and abilities. Join us on the first and third Saturday of each month.

Upcoming Events
October 3 and 17 | Cyanotype
Transform fall leaves with cyanotype, a form of printmaking. Organize fun foliage on paper and expose your design to UV light to create unique works of art.

November 7 and 21 | Skeleton Puppets
Celebrate Mia’s “Bare Bones: Skeletons in Japanese Art” exhibition by making a skeleton of your own. Head to the exhibition for some truly bone-rattling inspiration!

December 5 and 19 | Sculptural Ornaments
Not all artwork is 2D! Join us to create unique sculptural ornaments to hang at home. Wander Mia’s galleries and see how ornaments have played a role in art and history around the world.

January 2 and 16 | Paper Dolls
Send “Paris Couture” out in style! Design stylish clothing for your own paper doll. Use textured paper, fabric, and more.

February 6 and 20 | Washable Paint
This winter, find joy in the mess … because it’s washable! Let your imagination run wild as you experiment. Don’t forget to explore Mia’s vast painting collection to find inspiration.

Location
Studios 111–113

Cost
Free

Upcoming Dates and Time:

Saturday, October 17, 2026
10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, November 7, 2026
10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, November 21, 2026
10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, December 5, 2026
10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, December 19, 2026
10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, January 2, 2027
10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, January 16, 2027
10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, February 6, 2027
10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday, February 20, 2027
10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Happens on the following Dates:
Dec 5, 2026, 10:00am to 2:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Dec 19, 2026, 10:00am to 2:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)