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SUMMARY:Mini Mia | Mia - Minneapolis Institute of Arts
DESCRIPTION:Look\, play\, and learn with your child at Mini Mia! This free program occurs on the first Wednesday of the month and various Saturdays\, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. \nRotate through various kid-friendly activities at your leisure. Enjoy simple art making\, a gallery experience specially designed for caregivers and little ones (ages 0–5)\, and a movement class. Make new friends and introduce your child to the wonders of art in a comfortable\, kid-friendly setting. \nA 30-minute movement class start at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Art making and gallery visits are available for the duration of the program. \nWe recommend wearing comfortable clothing and a front-facing carrier (if appropriate) for this program. \nFree registration is required. Registration opens on the 15th of the month for the upcoming month’s sessions. \nFAQs\nQ: What should I bring?\nWe recommend a front-facing carrier for infants\, and comfortable clothing for you and your child. You are welcome to bring a stroller\, and snacks or drinks\, but we ask that you do not consume snacks or drinks during our time in the galleries. Bags\, parcels\, and backpacks larger than 15 x 15 inches are not allowed in the museum. \nQ: Do you have family bathrooms?\nYes. Our first-floor Family Center has an all-gender family bathroom with an accessible nursing room and changing table. We have accessible bathrooms on the second and third floors as well. \nQ: Do I need to register beforehand?\nYes. Advance registration is required\, and space is limited. \nQ: What if I need to cancel?\nWe understand that plans can change fast with little ones. If you need to cancel\, please call us at 888-642-2787\, or email visit@artsmia.org. We also ask that you stay home if you or your child is sick. \n 
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/mini-mia-mia-minneapolis-institute-of-arts-4/
LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 Third Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, 55404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,Kids,Minneapolis,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Art Play - Cool Crayons | Mia - Minneapolis Institute of Arts
DESCRIPTION:Did you know you can make a masterpiece with crayons? Come and play with this often-overlooked medium. Discover how paper texture can inform your creations and take your ideas in exciting and refreshing directions. \nArt Play!\nArt Play! is your chance to experiment—a different medium each month—on the first and third Saturday of the month. Go on a scavenger hunt to find works in that medium in Mia’s collection\, then make your own artwork in our studios. No prompts\, no rules\, just play. \nArt Play! is free for everyone and open to all ages and abilities. \nHappens on the following Dates:\nMay 2\, 2026\, 10:00am to 2:00pm\nMay 16\, 2026\, 10:00am to 2:00pm
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/art-play-cool-crayons-mia-minneapolis-institute-of-arts/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 Third Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, 55404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,Kids,Minneapolis,Weekend
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SUMMARY:Art Play! - Cool Crayons | Minneapolis Institute of Arts
DESCRIPTION:Art Play! is your chance to experiment—a different medium each month—on the first and third Saturday of the month. Go on a scavenger hunt to find works in that medium in Mia’s collection\, then make your own artwork in our studios. No prompts\, no rules\, just play. \nArt Play! is free for everyone and open to all ages and abilities. \nMay 2 and 16 | Cool Crayons\nDid you know you can make a masterpiece with crayons? Come and play with this often-overlooked medium. Discover how paper texture can inform your creations and take your ideas in exciting and refreshing directions.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/art-play-cool-crayons-minneapolis-institute-of-arts/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 Third Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, 55404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts
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SUMMARY:Art Play! | Mia
DESCRIPTION:Art Play! is your chance to experiment—a different medium each month—on the first and third Saturday of the month. Go on a scavenger hunt to find works in that medium in Mia’s collection\, then make your own artwork in our studios. No prompts\, no rules\, just play. \nArt Play! is free for everyone and open to all ages and abilities. \nMay 2 and 16 | Cool Crayons\nDid you know you can make a masterpiece with crayons? Come and play with this often-overlooked medium. Discover how paper texture can inform your creations and take your ideas in exciting and refreshing directions.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/art-play-mia/
LOCATION:Minneapolis Insitute of Art\, 2400 Third Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,Indoor Play & Recreation,Kids,Minneapolis
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SUMMARY:Family Day - May the Force Be with You | Mia - Minneapolis Institute of Arts
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our free monthly event for families\, kids\, and the young at heart. On the second Sunday of every month\, the museum is filled with hands-on art activities\, storytelling\, artist demonstrations\, gallery hunts\, self-guided tours\, and more—all inspired by Mia’s incredible collection. \nMay 10 | May the Force Be with You\nThis May dress as your favorite Star Wars character and head to Mia for some Star Wars themed fun! Discover how this fun film saga relates to our collection and the arts. There’ll be a costume contest\, Star Wars crafts\, and maybe a few familiar characters roaming around the museum. Don’t miss this awesome chance to experience the Force this spring! \nCreate fun Star Wars themed crafts\nDress to impress as your favorite Star Wars character\nLearn how the Force continues to inspire artists in our community
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/family-day-may-the-force-be-with-you-mia-minneapolis-institute-of-arts/
LOCATION:Mia – Minneapolis Institute of Arts\, 2400 3rd Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
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SUMMARY:Family Day | Mia
DESCRIPTION:Join Mia’s free monthly event for families\, kids\, and the young at heart. On the second Sunday of every month\, the museum is filled with hands-on art activities\, storytelling\, artist demonstrations\, gallery hunts\, self-guided tours\, and more—all inspired by Mia’s incredible collection.\nMay 10 | May the Force Be with You\nThis May dress as your favorite Star Wars character and head to Mia for some Star Wars themed fun! Discover how this fun film saga relates to our collection and the arts. There’ll be a costume contest\, Star Wars crafts\, and maybe a few familiar characters roaming around the museum. Don’t miss this awesome chance to experience the Force this spring! \nCreate fun Star Wars themed crafts\nDress to impress as your favorite Star Wars character\nLearn how the Force continues to inspire artists in our community
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/family-day-mia/
LOCATION:Minneapolis Insitute of Art\, 2400 Third Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mini Mia | Mia - Minneapolis Institute of Arts
DESCRIPTION:Look\, play\, and learn with your child at Mini Mia! This free program occurs on the first Wednesday of each month at 10:15 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. and the first Friday of each month at 10:15 a.m. \nMini Mia features a gallery tour specially designed for caregivers and little ones (ages 0–5)\, a movement class\, and a cozy story time. Try out close looking in the galleries and develop large and fine motor skills through movement. Make new friends and introduce your child to the wonders of art in a comfortable\, kid-friendly setting. \nWe recommend wearing comfortable clothing and a front-facing carrier (if appropriate) for this program. \nThere’s a max of two children per caregiver. To ensure space to move\, please bring no more than two adults per child. You may arrive up to 30 minutes early. Programs start promptly at 10:15 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. \nFree registration is required. Registration opens on the 15th of the month for the following month’s sessions. \n  \nHappens on the following Dates:\n\nMay 6\, 2026\, 10:15am to 11:30am Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)\nMay 6\, 2026\, 12:15pm to 1:30pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/mini-mia-minneapolis-institute-of-arts-3/
LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 Third Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, 55404\, United States
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