2nd Saturdays AT Casket Arts
Every month you can enjoy a free, casual, laid-back opportunity to visit artists’ studios and view current work at the Casket Arts campus. Studio 218 will be open (unless otherwise posted here), 11 am – 4 pm throughout the year on the dates below. There are always some other studios open throughout Casket, and you can also find open studios in other Northeast Arts District locations—Northrop King and Solar Arts are open every Saturday, and California Buildings is also open on Second Saturdays. No appointment needed. I often have some live music in the studio, too (usually solo guitar or piano). This is an ideal way to explore the local arts community, especially if you dislike the crowds of Art-a-Whirl and other big events.
Casket Arts (including the Carriage House and NE Sculpture Gallery/Factory) is located in the old Northwest Casket Company factory at 681 17th Ave NE, Minneapolis.
Second Saturday at Casket Arts, April 12, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
This Open Studio Saturday in Studio 218 features guest artist, ceramicist Kathy Johnston, and afternoon music from guitarist Mike Wolter. Both have been guests in my studio in the past. I will have some new works on display (particularly in my urban abstract series), small flower pots, and sets of notecards.
2025 Schedule
May 10: Second Saturday, Art-a-Whirl Preview, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
May 16-18: Art-a-Whirl
June 14: Second Saturday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
July 12: Second Saturday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
August 9: Second Saturday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
September 13: Second Saturday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
October 11: Second Saturday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
November 7-9: Open Casket
December 13: Holiday Market 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.