The 2026 International Wolf Symposium is a gathering that brings together researchers, wildlife managers, educators, and wolf enthusiasts from around the world to share the latest scientific findings, conservation strategies, management practices and educational efforts concerning wolves and their ecosystems. The symposium features presentations, workshops, and panel discussions to promote understanding, inform policy, reduce conflict...
The beloved Danish String Quartet returns to the Twin Cities, following their hugely successful performance of the Beethoven String Quartet Cycle in 2021.
The Steele County Historical Society’s Christmas in the Village is an annual event designed to bring out the child in all of us. This event includes cookie sales, Village tours, carolers, Christmas music, and of course Santa Claus! This multi-day event occurs in early December and is one of our most beloved annual traditions. Make sure...
Appearing in authentic WWII sailor uniform, the speaker will tell the story of the crew of a little known destroyer and its crew of Minnesota sailors. Less than a year before America entered into the Second World War, a bunch of young Minnesotans joined the U.S. Navy. After their training at Great Lakes Naval Training...
Join an ASI educator as they take students on a tour of ASI’s annual holiday exhibition. Traverse the castle into a magical realm led by Tomte and all his friends! Bring your homeschool community to ASI on the first Thursday of each month for an enlightening and fun morning of learning, with new programming each...
Ever wanted to play music in the historic Turnblad Mansion? Now’s your chance! Bring your nyckelharpa, hardingfele, fiddle, or any acoustic instrument to ASI’s Open Nordic Jam. This jam is open to musicians of any level who want to learn and play Nordic folk. Bring your friends or plan to make new ones here!
Get ready for the brand-new Celtic Family Christmas… PARTY! You’ll have plenty of time to sip eggnog by the fire, but not on this night… So buckle up and join Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy, their family, and their world-class band as they guide you through an exhilarating exploration of the Christmas season. Featuring exciting...
The Annual Landmark Center Holiday Bazaar is December 5-7 and presented by Minnesota Landmarks, the non-profit agency that programs and manages historic Landmark Center in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota. Holiday décor and live holiday music add festive ambiance to this beautiful, classic venue. Starting Friday, December 5 and running through Sunday, December 7, guests can...
Glensheen’s Candlelight Tours | Fridays and Saturdays in November and December November 28th-December 28th Bonus Days: December 14th, 21st, 28th 5 pm-8 pm Candlelight Tours at Glensheen Mansion Find yourself in the mansion self-guided by the lights of the Christmas trees, candles, and the light fixtures of Glensheen. Tour enhancements such as music and decorations...
Bundle up and head to downtown Owatonna for the Lighted Holiday Parade starting at 6pm. Parade vehicles will be decked out in their finest holiday lights. The parade ends with carolers and cider in Central Park.Website: www.visitowatonna.org
Join us for a gentle but energizing yoga practice amidst The World of Russian Fairy Tales. Museum Guide and yoga instructor Ramaa Bhasin will lead you through this gentle sequence in a small group setting in the tranquil TMORA galleries. Your ticket includes a 45-minute yoga flow and admission to the museum afterward. Please bring your own...
The sights and sounds of a Scandinavian marketplace come to ASI for three days during the first weekend in December at one of the region’s largest handcraft markets and festivals. Shop ASI’s own Jul Shop, alongside distinctive artisan glass, home goods, hand carved items, jewelry, ceramics, and textiles from over 60 artisans.