Seminars, Lectures and Classes
Galls, Burls and Brooms! Oh My!
This workshop focuses on exploring the Lilliputian world of galls, burls, witches’ brooms and non-Metazoan plant diseases as well as the plants they grow on. Start with some basic ID skills before heading out for a hike at Park Point.
Marcie Rendon: So You Want to Become a Writer?
Join award winning author Marcie Rendon and White Earth Ojibwe tribal member as she leads a writing workshop, book reading and Q & A. Local Duluth authors Linda LeGarde Grover, Tashia Hart and Carolyn Sue Olson will be joining and giving tips on becoming an author. Open to the public. There will be light refreshments and door prizes.
Digital Art Camp with Ant Nold
Students in this five-day art camp explore how artists use tablets to draw, paint, edit images and create simple animations.
A limited number of iPads are available to use in class, and students are welcome to bring their own tablet. When registering, select a ticket option accordingly to assure everyone has an iPad. Students bringing their own device should have Procreate, Calipeg and Sketchbook installed before the first day.
Sessions are from 9 a.m. to noon June 8-12. The cost is $170 for DAI members and $210 for nonmembers. Registration is available at duluthart.org. Beginners are welcome.
Creative Clay Camp ages 8-11
Participants will learn foundational ceramic techniques while developing their own creative style through functional pottery, sculptural work and more detailed clay projects. Students will be encouraged to experiment, problem-solve and build technical skills in a supportive studio setting. Bring clothes that can be messy and a water bottle. All artwork will be glazed and kiln-fired in a food-safe finish.Families will be notified when artwork is ready.This series runs June 8-12, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. with an additional series running June 22-26. Returning students are welcome.
Acrylic Paint Class
Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instruction to create “Under the Pines.” All materials are provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and beverages are welcome. Please visit northernexposureart.com to reserve a spot.
Acrylic Paint Class
Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instruction to create “Koi Pond.” All materials to paint are provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and beverages are welcome.
Northern Exposure Art’s studio is in the Enger Lofts Marketplace.
To reserve a spot visit northernexposureart.com.
GED or Diploma Classes
Registration for new students takes place every Wednesday morning at 9 a.m. and takes approximately three hours to complete. After registration, students put together their own independent schedule — classes, independent study, online, in person, daytime or evening. The program is highly individualized and customized.
Acrylic Paint Class
Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instruction to create “Lupine Bumble.” All materials to paint are provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and beverages are welcome.
Northern Exposure Art’s studio is in the Enger Lofts Marketplace.
To reserve a spot visit northernexposureart.com.
A Closer Look Series: Bumblebees
Come take “A Closer Look” and learn more about some interesting species groups with this talk series. These 1.5 hour talks with Head Naturalist Clinton Dexter-Nienhaus will informative deep-dives. The first talk in the series will investigate the lives of bumblebees. This will be an indoor class in the Lois King Education Center.
Field trip attendance is free for Friends of Sax-Zim Bog members. The $25 membership fee covers entry to all field trips and programs, excluding workshops, in a 12-month period.
Registration is required at saxzim.org. Registrants meet at the Friends of Sax-Zim Bog Welcome Center and Lois King Education Center at 10 a.m. The field trip concludes at 11:30 a.m.
Shaker-Style Coffee Table Class Series
Students will make a cherry wood coffee table to take home during this class series. The fee includes all materials. Sessions are on Saturdays — June 13, June 20, June 27 and July 11 (if needed) — from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Instructor Jessica is a hobbyist woodworker who focuses on furniture and DIY around the house.
Tools used:
Jointer
Planer
Table saw
Mitre saw
Router
Sander
Domino joiner
Safety gear:
Hearing and eye protection
A Closer Look Series: Frogs and Toads
Come take “A Closer Look” and learn more about some interesting species groups with this talk series. These 1.5 hour talks with Head Naturalist Clinton Dexter-Nienhaus will be informative deep-dives. Our second talk in the series, this summer, will investigate the curious lives of Frogs & Toads. This will be an indoor class in the Lois King Education Center.
Field trip attendance is free for Friends of Sax-Zim Bog members. The $25 membership fee covers entry to all field trips and programs, excluding workshops, in a 12-month period.
Registration is required at saxzim.org. Registrants meet at the Friends of Sax-Zim Bog Welcome Center and Lois King Education Center at 12:30 p.m. The field trip concludes at 2 p.m.
Stained Glass Mosaic Class
Create a mosaic on a birch wood with stained glass. Learn about different glass cutting techniques and mosaics. The first day of class students will create your mosaic and on the second day, grout the mosaic. All supplies provided.
Class will take place on 2 days: June 13th from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and June 14th from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
A Closer Look Series: Warblers
Come take “A Closer Look” and learn more about some interesting species groups with this talk series. These 1.5 hour talks with Head Naturalist Clinton Dexter-Nienhaus will be informative deep-dives. The third talk in the series will investigate the lives of warblers. This will be an indoor class in the Lois King Education Center.
Field trip attendance is free for Friends of Sax-Zim Bog members. The $25 membership fee covers entry to all field trips and programs, excluding workshops, in a 12-month period.
Registration is required at saxzim.org. Registrants meet at the Friends of Sax-Zim Bog Welcome Center and Lois King Education Center at 10 a.m. The field trip concludes at 11:30 a.m.
A Closer Look Series: Carnivorous Plants
Come take “A Closer Look” and learn more about some interesting species groups with this talk series. These 1.5 hour talks withHead Naturalist Clinton Dexter-Nienhaus will be informative deep-dives. The fourth and final talk in the series will investigate the wild world of carnivorous plants. This will be an indoor class in the Lois King Education Center.
Field trip attendance is free for Friends of Sax-Zim Bog members. The $25 membership fee covers free entry to all field trips and programs, excluding workshops, in a 12-month period.
Registration is required at saxzim.org. Registrants meet at the Friends of Sax-Zim Bog Welcome Center and Lois King Education Center at 12:30 p.m. The field trip concludes at 2 p.m.
Summer Camp: DIY Room Décor with Tiffany Fenner
“Campers” can complete a variety of paper mache and clay projects to decorate their space. Projects include clay coaster sets, shelves and oil-diffuser beads. Sessions run June 15-19 from 9 a.m. to noon.
Acrylic Paint Class
Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instruction to create “Pink Palisade.” All materials to paint are provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and beverages are welcome.
Northern Exposure Art’s studio is in the Enger Lofts Marketplace.
To reserve a spot visit northernexposureart.com.
GED or Diploma Classes
Registration for new students takes place every Wednesday morning at 9 a.m. and takes approximately three hours to complete. After registration, students put together their own independent schedule — classes, independent study, online, in person, daytime or evening. The program is highly individualized and customized.
Hartley Sustainability Workshop Series
This workshop series aims to connect community members with local environmental experts to instruct about local environmental challenges and solutions shaping the region. Workshops take place on the third Thursday of each month and will run through July 2026.
Wild Mushrooms 101
During this class, participants will learn about foraging and identifying wild mushrooms. Learn some basic information about mushrooms, steps for identifying mushrooms, steps for foraging mushrooms, common edible mushrooms, common toxic mushrooms and recommended resources. Everyone will get to handle real mushrooms to get some hands-on experience. This class takes place in a classroom but you will leave with the skills and knowledge to find and identify mushrooms in the wild.
Acrylic Paint Class
Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instruction to create “Rainbow Sunset.” All materials to paint are provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and beverages are welcome.
Northern Exposure Art’s studio is in the Enger Lofts Marketplace.
To reserve a spot visit northernexposureart.com.
Nerd Nite Duluth
An evening of laughs, learning and geekiness featuring three presentations on nerdy topics like sci-fi book art, spacecraft design and the story of Virginia, Minnesota’s naming. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Cash bar available.
Acrylic Paint Class
Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instruction to create “Hollow Rock.” All materials to paint are provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and beverages are welcome.
Northern Exposure Art’s studio is in the Enger Lofts Marketplace.
To reserve a spot visit northernexposureart.com.
Creative Clay Camp ages 8-11
Participants will learn foundational ceramic techniques while developing their own creative style through functional pottery, sculptural work and more detailed clay projects. Students will be encouraged to experiment, problem-solve and build technical skills in a supportive studio setting. Bring clothes that can be messy and a water bottle. All artwork will be glazed and kiln-fired in a food-safe finish.Families will be notified when artwork is ready.This series runs June 22-26, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Creative Clay Camps ages 12-15
Explore handbuilding, sculpture and surface design in a weeklong clay camp designed for older students and teens. Participants will learn foundational ceramic techniques while developing their own creative style through functional pottery, sculptural work and more detailed clay projects. Students will be encouraged to experiment, problem-solve and build technical skills in a supportive studio setting. Bring clothes that can messy and a water bottle. All artwork will be glazed and kiln-fired in a food-safe finish. Finished work will be ready for pickup after kiln firing. Families will be notified when artwork is ready.
The series runs June 22nd-June 26th 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Acrylic Paint Class
Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instruction to create “Beach Flowers.” All materials to paint are provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and beverages are welcome.
Northern Exposure Art’s studio is in the Enger Lofts Marketplace.
To reserve a spot visit northernexposureart.com.