Things to do around Minnesota Archives

Truly #MuchInHutch this weekend! July 27 & 28, 2019

July 25, 2019 By Morgan

Are you coming to Hutchinson for the weekend? Have we got a ton of wonderful things for you to do!

July 27 & 28: Eighth Annual Minnesota Pottery Festival

July 25, 26, & 27: Bonnie Mohr Summer Studio Sale

July 26, 27, & 28: Orange Spectacular at the McLeod County Fairgrounds

Looking for other things to do around town?

Things to See:

Sculpture Stroll see twenty-two free art installations around the city
Farmers Market at Historic Depot (Saturday 8am-noon)

Places to Eat & Drink

Zellas on Main St.
Sonora’s Mexican on Main St.
Crow River Winery on Highway 7 East
Bobbing Bobber Brewery on Highway 15 South (aka Main St.)

Things to do this weekend (April 27, 28 & 29, 2018)

April 25, 2018 By Morgan

It’s hump day and you know what that means … I’m thinking about what I want to do this weekend (April 27, 28 & 29, 2018). There are so many fun art activities on the horizon, it’s a good thing my lawn’s still frozen. No guilt.

First up, right here in Hutchinson, there’s a new event called Minted Patina Market, a thrifty show featuring upcyclers, local creators, and some fun food and beverage options. It’s going to be at the McLeod County Fairgrounds on Friday, April 27th from 10am to 6pm and Saturday, April 27th from 9am to 3pm. It’s free to get in, unless you want to go early before the crowds which you can do for $15; parking is also free.

If you’re coming to Hutchinson for this fun event, stop by the Clay Coyote on your way to or fro… we’re located just 4 ½ miles north of Hutch on Highway 15 (only a 15 minute drive from the Fairgrounds).

The Gallery is full of new pottery, handcrafted jewelry, blown glass, metal sculptures, woven fiber, carved wood, and more. We have the perfect shower and wedding gifts. Remember, mom loves pottery (flowers wilt).

While you’re out and about check out Prairie Haven’s occasional sale (also just north of Hutchinson). Jane and her crew have some beautiful home furnishings. I’ve got a few pf her gorgeous end tables, pillows, rocking chairs, and benches in my home. And her husband makes wine barrel art including lamps, tables, and wall hangings.

Also, this weekend is the St. Paul Art Crawl. Many of our favorite Twin Cities Artists will have their wears on display at galleries around town. Some of the past MN Pottery Festival potters will be hosting open houses … stop by Caufield Clayworks or Front Ave Pottery & Tile to name a few.

We’re going to try to get to all of these events. And we’re planning dinner at Alma Cafe (recently rated as one of the 50 best new restaurants in the USA by Bon Appétit).

Whew, that’s a pretty fun weekend!

Things to do this weekend (April 21 & 22, 2018)

April 18, 2018 By Morgan

Spring is upon us in Minnesota, sure last week we got 15″ of snow. Sure the lakes are still frozen, but there’s an upside, Mother Nature isn’t ready for you to work in your garden yet, but you’re itching to get out and about. Here are a few fun things happening around the Twin Cities and surrounding communities.

American Craft Council Art Show in St. Paul: This is one of our favorite shows of the year. It’s Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at the St. Paul RiverCenter. There will be more than 200 contemporary artists’ work on display. Stop by booth #604 to see our friend Judith Kinghorn’s stunning jewelry. There are 33 clay artists, including some familiar faces from the MN Pottery Festival like Mary Joe Schmith and Kerry Brooks.

Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival 2018: Grab some popcorn and pick from any of the 250+ movies from over 70 countries that are featured this year. Don’t know which ones to see? I am Not a Witch about a young girl sent to witches camp in the Zambian desert. All You Can Eat Buddha, a delightful art-house flick. And, The Blessing, following a Navajo Nation family for five years and the challenges the family faces in their everyday lives.

The Clay Coyote 25th Annual Spring Open House: Join us in Hutchinson on Saturday, April 21 10a-5p and Sunday, April 22 noon-4p. Featuring visiting Minnesota artists:

Patrick Callery of Clurichaun Workshop will be sharing his hand stitched leather work, he’s got clutches, wallets, key chains, document holders, journals, and more
Tom Sack will be displaying his whimsical and creative metal sculptures and garden art, his creations are sure to get you in the mood to plant your garden!
And we’ll be joined by Hutchinson’s Quilt Haven on Main, who will be hosting a quilt sample sale in our Studio. In 2017, Better Homes & Gardens special publication named our local quilt shop as one of the top ten in the country. Come see the beautiful quilts made by Bonny Hartung and her talented team.

The Gallery is full of new pottery, glass work, jewelry, wood, and metal art. We’re opening the kiln on Thursday so all your favorite Clay Coyote pottery will be on display as well. There are complimentary nibbles and beverages all weekend.

In honor of Earth Day weekend we’ll be giving away a free organic basil plant seedling with any purchase (until we run out).

Speaking of Earth Day …

Head over to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum: It wasn’t named best botanical garden in the US for nothing. Celebrate earth Day by having brunch and then see what’s popping up for Spring.

Como Park Zoo has their Party for the Planet event: Presented by Xcel Energy, this is a free and fun event for all ages.