Franconia Sculpture Park
ART + NATURE • RESIDENCIES • PROGRAMMING • EDUCATION
Franconia Sculpture Park is the pre-eminent, artist-centered sculpture park in the Midwest. Founded in 1996, Franconia provides physically and intellectually wide-open spaces that inspire new ways of thinking through access to contemporary sculpture, installation, and land art. Located in the scenic St. Croix River Valley of Minnesota, Franconia operates a 50-acre outdoor museum, active artist residency program, and a depth and breadth of community arts programming for a diverse and engaged public.
Highlights
Programming
Franconia hosts over 60 public events annually, from pay-what-you-can workshops and youth summer camps to Music@Franconia, Film@Franconia, monthly Art & Farmers Markets, and a variety of performing artists. All activities are only donation-based.
Amenities
Free and open daily, pets welcome, gallery, gift shop, restrooms, and access to golf carts.
About
We believe that art has the power to change the world. We cultivate critical dialogue between artists and audiences; support artists through the production and presentation of new, experimental work; and educate artists and audiences of tomorrow. Franconia applies creative solutions to the problems of today and tomorrow through the vehicle of contemporary sculpture. We create bold programming that is ambitious, innovative, and that is responsive to the wants and needs of artists and our community. Moreover, Franconia aims to create a welcoming, inviting space for all visitors to learn more about art, the environment, and the changing world we live in.
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"After growing up visiting the park, I had my first artist residency at Franconia, an experienced that propelled my career across the country. The supportive environment and welcoming audiences gave me what I need to become the person I am today."
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