Celebrate the art of four regional Indigenous artists showing their work in the Arboretum’s Reedy Gallery at a special celebration for “Visions from the Land: Native Interpretations,” an exhibit that runs through March 26. Each artist — James Autio, Gordon Coons, Anna Johnson and Ivy Vainio — uses a different technique or process to produce […]
Celebrate maple syrup season with an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast in the MacMillan Auditorium. Make reservations for communal seating, available on the half hour from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The menu includes pancakes and maple syrup, served with sausage, a selection of pancake toppings, coffee and orange juice. Did you know the Arboretum taps more […]
Learn about young Arthur Dyer of Excelsior and how he revolutionized yachting in 1892. Barb will share the story of the Dyer family's boat building tradition and how Arthur, with Deephaven resident Ward Burton, became famous throughout the sailing world. Doors open at 6:00 pm and seating is first come, first seated. Free registration is required […]
Wayzata hosts the Champion Tree Contest.
Wayzata Historical Society to Host Program about Streetcar Boats.
Scott D. McGinnis will share stories of Excelsior's schools - from grade schools to a college.
Interested in sailing but not sure where to start? New and want to improve your skills? Already a sailor and want to learn about racing? Who's invited? Visitors curious about sailboats! Come learn about the different types of sailboats we have at Wayzata Yacht Club (WYC). You'll get to go out sailing on a boat […]
Find your next garden inspiration at the 2023 Hennepin County Master Gardener Volunteer Learning Garden Tour taking place July 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., rain or shine. The tour highlights nine gardens across the northern half of Hennepin County, including the communities of Corcoran, Crystal, Long Lake, Loretto, Minneapolis, New Hope, Plymouth, Rogers […]
The Lake Minnetonka Historical Society will present “The Early History of Mound and the Upper Lake” with historian Jeff Magnuson at 7 p.m. on January 8, at Back Channel Brewing Co. Jeff will describe the origins of Mound, Minnesota and its unique place in the history of Upper Lake Minnetonka. Beginning with pre-history, the presentation […]
Get ready for a night of fun, entertainment, and community spirit—all in support of Wayzata Public Schools! The Wayzata Education Fund's Wild for Wayzata Gala is your chance to make a real difference while enjoying an unforgettable evening with fellow supporters.
Watch the annual spring sheep shearing and learn the steps of processing wool. Meet the sheep and other farm animals and explore the farm as we prepare for spring. Make & Take fiber crafts will be available for purchase for an additional $3-6 per craft. Everyone attending this event must pay applicable fees. Participants ages […]
Minnesota has a long tradition of harvesting maple sap to produce sugar and syrup. Learn how the Dakota and Ojibwa have been harvesting maple sugar long before Europeans arrived. Tap trees, gather and boil sap and see how to turn sap to syrup and even to sugar. Participants will leave with two bags, two bag […]
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