Photo: Lakeville Art Festival
Meet local artists, buy original artwork or make your own masterpiece at these art events in September:
Eagan Art Block
The fifth annual Eagan Art Block offers two art-filled weeks throughout the community, full of opportunities to browse through art exhibits, listen to live music, watch artist demonstrations or make your own art. September. 9–23; eaganartblock.com
Lakeville Art Festival
The Lakeville Art Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary this September with an event featuring work from more than 100 juried artists, who work in a variety of mediums. Visitors will enjoy art demonstrations and live music, as well as the opportunity to participate in a community art project and make their own piece of art. The festival is on the grounds of the Lakeville Area Arts Center in downtown Lakeville. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. September 16 and 10 a.m.–4 p.m. September 17; lakevilleartscenterfriends.org
Pleasant Street Art Walk
Stroll down Prior Lake’s Pleasant Street SE on the south side of the downtown (near the VFW and PLate on Main) to meet more than 60 artists. “I wanted to give people in the community the opportunity to talk directly to talented artists, ask questions, and purchase art in a low-pressure environment,” says Andrea Mullenmeister, potter and art walk organizer. The event also includes live music and food trucks. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. September 23; anmpottery.com
Photo: Pleasant Street Art Walk
