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Exhibits | Olmsted County History Center

History Center of Olmsted County 1195 West Circle Dr SW, Rochester, MN, United States

If you're looking for an educational, engaging, and affordable attraction in Rochester, the History Center has you covered! Our exhibits explore the extraordinary and everyday stories of Olmsted County and Rochester and the people who live here. Tuesday through Saturday 9 - 5 PM, Closed Major Holidays

$5 – $9

Grandparents Day | SPARK

SPARK, Children's Museum of Rochester 1201 12th Street SW Suite 632, Rochester, MN, United States

Every Tuesday, Grandparents play FREE at SPARK!  ​ Thanks to Astrup Family Foundation, Sterling Pharmacy, and Carl and Verna Schmidt.

Bio Terrains Exhibition | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Bio Terrains is an exhibition of multimedia installations and sculptures by Minneapolis-based artist Jane Powers. Through the use of metaphors and symbolism, the artworks featured in this show embody Powers’s research on biomedical developments in tissue engineering and xenotransplantation.    Powers' extended practices investigates the tensions between creation and destruction...

Will to Meaning | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Atrium Installation Anne Labovitz created an artwork specifically for Rochester Art Center's soaring, three-story atrium to respond to the light, air and unique architecture of the atrium space. Entitled, Will to Meaning, the enormous artwork is 40-feet by 35-feet by 5-feet is made of vibrantly painted Tyvek® scrolls that subtly...

Our Home Exhibition | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

What and where is home? Is home a place, a smell, a memory, an object, a person? As Rochester grows every day to be a more racially diverse and international city, the Rochester Art Center strives to highlight and celebrate a plurality of voices through the stories of transplants, immigrants...

Lunchtime Stretch & Flow | Historic Chateau Theatre

Historic Chateau Theatre 15 1st Street Southwest, Rochester, MN, United States

Enjoy a 30 minute break in your day as we move and breathe through some simple yet effective stretches. Give your body a much needed break, no matter if you've been sitting at a desk all morning or going from appointment to appointment. No prior experience needed, all abilities welcome!...

Humble Happy Hour @ Forager Brewing | Rochester, MN

Forager Brewery 1005 6th Street NW, Rochester, MN, United States

Free pint of Humble Forager Pin Seeker Pilsner or Hidden Headwaters Red Lager with the purchase of any of our wood-fired pizzas. Available 2 pm-6 pm Monday through Thursday.

Movie Series: The Manic Mind of Terry Gilliam | Pop’s Art Theater

Pop's Art Theater 619 6th Ave NW, Rochester

Cartoonist, Comedian, Director, Genius, Madman? The Minnesota-born and only non-British member of Monty Python, Terry Gilliam is known for his wild an unconventional filmography. From genre-defining and visually immaculate works like BRAZIL and 12 MONKEYS, to cult classics like FEAR AND LOATHING IN LAS VEGAS, to one of the craziest...

$10

Exhibits | Olmsted County History Center

History Center of Olmsted County 1195 West Circle Dr SW, Rochester, MN, United States

If you're looking for an educational, engaging, and affordable attraction in Rochester, the History Center has you covered! Our exhibits explore the extraordinary and everyday stories of Olmsted County and Rochester and the people who live here. Tuesday through Saturday 9 - 5 PM, Closed Major Holidays

$5 – $9

Historic Mayowood Home Tour | Mayowood Historic Home

3720 Mayowood Rd SW, Rochester, MN 55902-4260, United States 3720 Mayowood Rd SW, Rochester, Mn

Mayowood Historic Home is one of the top attractions in Rochester, drawing thousands of visitors each year! A tour of Mayowood is to experience the personal lives of Dr. Charlie Mayo, co-founder of the Mayo Clinic, and his son, Dr. Chuck Mayo, and gives visitors an opportunity to celebrate their...

$20.00

Get Moving Storytime | Rochester Public Library

Rochester Public Library 101 2nd St. SE , Rochester, United States

Join in this storytime full of active rhymes, songs, and interactive stories. This 20-minute preschool storytime is designed for children ages 2 to 5 years old and their families.

Nature’s Palette: Saplings | Saint Mary’s University – Rochester Campus

Saint Mary's University - Rochester Campus 2900 19th St NW, Rochester, United States

This art class reflects the beauty and diversity of Minnesota's climate and ecosystems. Your student will enjoy an artistic journey as we explore local nature! Each month we explore a different nature topic and create art based on that topic. Students will get to use and experience ALL types of...

$20

Bio Terrains Exhibition | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Bio Terrains is an exhibition of multimedia installations and sculptures by Minneapolis-based artist Jane Powers. Through the use of metaphors and symbolism, the artworks featured in this show embody Powers’s research on biomedical developments in tissue engineering and xenotransplantation.    Powers' extended practices investigates the tensions between creation and destruction...

Will to Meaning | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Atrium Installation Anne Labovitz created an artwork specifically for Rochester Art Center's soaring, three-story atrium to respond to the light, air and unique architecture of the atrium space. Entitled, Will to Meaning, the enormous artwork is 40-feet by 35-feet by 5-feet is made of vibrantly painted Tyvek® scrolls that subtly...

Our Home Exhibition | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

What and where is home? Is home a place, a smell, a memory, an object, a person? As Rochester grows every day to be a more racially diverse and international city, the Rochester Art Center strives to highlight and celebrate a plurality of voices through the stories of transplants, immigrants...

Art Lives Here | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Art Lives Here is a presentation of ephemeral installations. A Creative Support for Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board facilitated free beading workshops for the Rochester, Minnesota community at large in 2023. People gathered each week to learn how to bead around a small rock. Each stone is...

Humble Happy Hour @ Forager Brewing | Rochester, MN

Forager Brewery 1005 6th Street NW, Rochester, MN, United States

Free pint of Humble Forager Pin Seeker Pilsner or Hidden Headwaters Red Lager with the purchase of any of our wood-fired pizzas. Available 2 pm-6 pm Monday through Thursday.

Movie Series: The Manic Mind of Terry Gilliam | Pop’s Art Theater

Pop's Art Theater 619 6th Ave NW, Rochester

Cartoonist, Comedian, Director, Genius, Madman? The Minnesota-born and only non-British member of Monty Python, Terry Gilliam is known for his wild an unconventional filmography. From genre-defining and visually immaculate works like BRAZIL and 12 MONKEYS, to cult classics like FEAR AND LOATHING IN LAS VEGAS, to one of the craziest...

$10

Open Mic Night | LTS Brewing

LTS Brewing 2001 32nd Ave NW, Rochester , United States

Show off your talents at LTS' monthly Open Mic Night on April 24th, or come out to see local talents! We host an Open Mic Night once a month, and we can't wait to see you at the next one!

Free

Exhibits | Olmsted County History Center

History Center of Olmsted County 1195 West Circle Dr SW, Rochester, MN, United States

If you're looking for an educational, engaging, and affordable attraction in Rochester, the History Center has you covered! Our exhibits explore the extraordinary and everyday stories of Olmsted County and Rochester and the people who live here. Tuesday through Saturday 9 - 5 PM, Closed Major Holidays

$5 – $9

Bio Terrains Exhibition | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Bio Terrains is an exhibition of multimedia installations and sculptures by Minneapolis-based artist Jane Powers. Through the use of metaphors and symbolism, the artworks featured in this show embody Powers’s research on biomedical developments in tissue engineering and xenotransplantation.    Powers' extended practices investigates the tensions between creation and destruction...

Will to Meaning | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Atrium Installation Anne Labovitz created an artwork specifically for Rochester Art Center's soaring, three-story atrium to respond to the light, air and unique architecture of the atrium space. Entitled, Will to Meaning, the enormous artwork is 40-feet by 35-feet by 5-feet is made of vibrantly painted Tyvek® scrolls that subtly...

Our Home Exhibition | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

What and where is home? Is home a place, a smell, a memory, an object, a person? As Rochester grows every day to be a more racially diverse and international city, the Rochester Art Center strives to highlight and celebrate a plurality of voices through the stories of transplants, immigrants...

Art Lives Here | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Art Lives Here is a presentation of ephemeral installations. A Creative Support for Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board facilitated free beading workshops for the Rochester, Minnesota community at large in 2023. People gathered each week to learn how to bead around a small rock. Each stone is...

Lunchtime Stretch & Flow | Historic Chateau Theatre

Historic Chateau Theatre 15 1st Street Southwest, Rochester, MN, United States

Enjoy a 30 minute break in your day as we move and breathe through some simple yet effective stretches. Give your body a much needed break, no matter if you've been sitting at a desk all morning or going from appointment to appointment. No prior experience needed, all abilities welcome!...

Senior Living Bus Tour | Meadow Lakes Senior Living

Meadow Lakes Senior Living 22 4th Ave. N.W., Rochester, MN, United States

Board a community shuttle bus and enjoy a guided tour of 3 senior living communities! Enjoy samples of food, tours of each community, and learn all about each senior living community. RSVP required. Space is limited! Call Kaye at (507) 252-5069 to reserve your spot! Meadow Lakes Senior Living, Prairie...

Humble Happy Hour @ Forager Brewing | Rochester, MN

Forager Brewery 1005 6th Street NW, Rochester, MN, United States

Free pint of Humble Forager Pin Seeker Pilsner or Hidden Headwaters Red Lager with the purchase of any of our wood-fired pizzas. Available 2 pm-6 pm Monday through Thursday.

Movie Series: The Manic Mind of Terry Gilliam | Pop’s Art Theater

Pop's Art Theater 619 6th Ave NW, Rochester

Cartoonist, Comedian, Director, Genius, Madman? The Minnesota-born and only non-British member of Monty Python, Terry Gilliam is known for his wild an unconventional filmography. From genre-defining and visually immaculate works like BRAZIL and 12 MONKEYS, to cult classics like FEAR AND LOATHING IN LAS VEGAS, to one of the craziest...

$10

Exhibits | Olmsted County History Center

History Center of Olmsted County 1195 West Circle Dr SW, Rochester, MN, United States

If you're looking for an educational, engaging, and affordable attraction in Rochester, the History Center has you covered! Our exhibits explore the extraordinary and everyday stories of Olmsted County and Rochester and the people who live here. Tuesday through Saturday 9 - 5 PM, Closed Major Holidays

$5 – $9

Preschool Open Gym | ROGA

ROGA 292 Penny Ln NE, Rochester, MN, United States

ROGA’s Preschool Open Gyms for kids ages 1-6 are a great way for little ones to stay active. Your kiddos will bounce, climb, jump, and slide under the close supervision of our Preschool coaching staff in our dedicated Preschool Gym including an Air Mountain TumblTrak and slide, foam pit, trampoline,...

$20

STEM Friday

MN, United States

Come to SPARK and put your knowledge and experimenting skill to the test with our weekly STEM experiments! Thanks to NextEra Energy, for sponsoring this weekly program! Program is included with annual membership or general admission.

22nd Annual Arbor Day Celebration | Three Links-Silver Lake Park

Three Links-Silver lake Park 840 7th St NE, Rochester, MN, United States

Rochester Public Utilities, with partners Maier Tree & Lawn, Rochester Park & Recreation, and Sargent’s Gardens, will hold their 22nd Annual Arbor Day Celebration on Friday, April 26, 2024. Come join in the celebration at Three Links-Silver Lake Park, located at 840 7th St NE in Rochester, with live music,...

Open Art Studio | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Open Studio Fridays & Saturdays | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Tap into hands-on creativity at the Rochester Art Center! Included with regular daily museum admission; drop in and explore hands-on creativity! Bring your own art supplies and projects to the Rochester Art Center’s art studio space, or use our...

$5

Bio Terrains Exhibition | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Bio Terrains is an exhibition of multimedia installations and sculptures by Minneapolis-based artist Jane Powers. Through the use of metaphors and symbolism, the artworks featured in this show embody Powers’s research on biomedical developments in tissue engineering and xenotransplantation.    Powers' extended practices investigates the tensions between creation and destruction...

Will to Meaning | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Atrium Installation Anne Labovitz created an artwork specifically for Rochester Art Center's soaring, three-story atrium to respond to the light, air and unique architecture of the atrium space. Entitled, Will to Meaning, the enormous artwork is 40-feet by 35-feet by 5-feet is made of vibrantly painted Tyvek® scrolls that subtly...

Our Home Exhibition | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

What and where is home? Is home a place, a smell, a memory, an object, a person? As Rochester grows every day to be a more racially diverse and international city, the Rochester Art Center strives to highlight and celebrate a plurality of voices through the stories of transplants, immigrants...

Art Lives Here | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Art Lives Here is a presentation of ephemeral installations. A Creative Support for Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board facilitated free beading workshops for the Rochester, Minnesota community at large in 2023. People gathered each week to learn how to bead around a small rock. Each stone is...

Artist Glassware ft. Alexandra Yaszemski | Little Thistle Brewing

Little Thistle Brewing 2031 14th Street NW, Rochester, MN

Join us for another installment of our Artist Glassware Series. This month we are featuring our favorite dog mom, Alexandra Yaszemski. Stop by the taproom Friday April 26th and grab this amazing, limited edition glass! Alexandra is a neuroscientist by training and mixed media artist whose passion for life-long learning...

Movie Night | Ascension Lutheran Church

Ascension Lutheran Church 2207 11th Ave SE, Rochester, United States

Join us for the fun family night indoor movie " Wonka" at Ascension Lutheran Church. We'll have popcorn, beverages, and snacks. Everyone is welcome.

Free

Jazz Nights | 1928 Cocktails & Bites

1928 Cocktails & Bites 216 1st Ave SW, Rochester, United States

First come first serve, *FREE* event for our customers! APRIL LINEUP Apr 12 Madison Parish Ensemble Apr 13 Elijah Gray and Jered Byford Apr 19 Darren Saner Apr 20 Madison Parish Ensemble Apr 26 Jaggedease Apr 27 Bob Gardner and Cliff Jack * MAY LINEUP To Be Announced * MAY...

Exhibits | Olmsted County History Center

History Center of Olmsted County 1195 West Circle Dr SW, Rochester, MN, United States

If you're looking for an educational, engaging, and affordable attraction in Rochester, the History Center has you covered! Our exhibits explore the extraordinary and everyday stories of Olmsted County and Rochester and the people who live here. Tuesday through Saturday 9 - 5 PM, Closed Major Holidays

$5 – $9

Therapeutic Soma Yoga | Historic Chateau Theatre

Historic Chateau Theatre 15 1st Street Southwest, Rochester, MN, United States

Dive into a deeply nurturing practice that supports your body's natural ability to heal and restore. Somatics offer a unique approach to releasing stored tension and reversing the effects of sensory motor amnesia (SMA). Through gentle, restorative poses and subtle movements, we'll slowly awaken dormant muscles and encourage the release...

$35

Historic Mayowood Home Tour | Mayowood Historic Home

3720 Mayowood Rd SW, Rochester, MN 55902-4260, United States 3720 Mayowood Rd SW, Rochester, Mn

Mayowood Historic Home is one of the top attractions in Rochester, drawing thousands of visitors each year! A tour of Mayowood is to experience the personal lives of Dr. Charlie Mayo, co-founder of the Mayo Clinic, and his son, Dr. Chuck Mayo, and gives visitors an opportunity to celebrate their...

$20.00

Wine & Yoga | Salem Glen Winery

Salem Glen Winery 5211 60th Ave SW, Rochester, MN, United States

It's Yoga time again and we are thrilled to welcome yoga instructor, Carrie Schmidt back at Salem Glen! Carrie with be leading an hour long, all level Vinyasa class. The Cost is $16 per person and includes a glass of wine post-yoga session. Don’t forget to bring your mat! Reservations...

Open Art Studio | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Open Studio Fridays & Saturdays | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Tap into hands-on creativity at the Rochester Art Center! Included with regular daily museum admission; drop in and explore hands-on creativity! Bring your own art supplies and projects to the Rochester Art Center’s art studio space, or use our...

$5