Friday Afternoon Art for All Ages - WINTER/SPRING 2026

Schedule

Fri Feb 27 2026 at 03:30 pm to 05:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

5401 E Superior St, Duluth, MN, United States, Minnesota 55804 | Duluth, MN

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Come to one, some, or all - new projects each week!*
Fridays, 3:30–5:00 PM
$25 per class, per participant
+$5 add-on supply fee available for any adult attending with a paid child who also wishes to make their own project
All ages welcome! Best for ages 4+
Ticket includes instruction & materials
REGISTER HERE: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/friday-afternoon-art-for-all-ages-winterspring--2026
*please note that we recommend attending all 3 sessions of January Ceramics: Many Bowls to leave with completed glazed & fired pieces.
EXPLORE artistic traditions and techniques from here and around the world
CREATE your own imaginative artworks
CONNECT with community members of all ages
Join artist Alison Aune and a rotating guest artist co-teacher each month, along with UMD art and education student helpers, for an afternoon of creative exploration. Students will discover rich artistic traditions, techniques, and innovations from diverse cultures while developing their own unique artistic voices.
Upcoming Topics & Dates
JAN 16, 23, 30 - Ceramics: Many Bowls with Alison & special guest Susan Ranfranz
Explore clay handbuilding techniques as you make your bowls on the 16th, glaze your bowls on the 23rd, and join us for an early soup & bread dinner + art activities on the 30th!
FEB 6, 20, 27- Watercolor & Acrylic Painting with Alison & special guest Margie Helstrom
Splash, blend, and experiment with color as we create beautiful artwork inspired by nature, stories, and your imagination. https://www.margiehelstrom.com/
MAR 6, 20, 27 - Printing & Simple Books with Alison & special guest Kelly Dupre
Experiment with playful printmaking techniques, then turn your artwork into simple handmade books. Explore color, pattern, and storytelling with guidance from local artists Alison and Kelly Dupre. https://www.kellydupre.com/
APR 3, 10, 24 - Nordic Celebration Crafts: Himmeli, Festspirar, Ceiling Crowns, & Crepe Paper Flowers with Alison Aune
Discover festive Scandinavian folk-art forms used in seasonal celebrations. Create delicate straw and paper decorations while learning the cultural stories behind them. https://www.alisonaune.com/
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