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Free Ink Day

Watercolor Monotypes in the Rain Garden
With Pollinate MN
Saturday, July 16
12-4pm
Last seating at 3:30

Note: In case of bad weather, event will move inside Highpoint.

Cost: Free

All Ages

Description:
Create monotypes outdoors, surrounded by Highpoint’s rain gardens! Learn why rain gardens and Pollinators are important for our local environment, and create your own vibrant monotype using an etching press. 

This Free Ink Day we have a special guest; Erin Rupp of Pollinate MN! Learn about pollinators from an expert, and observe a honeybee hive. (Bees will be fully contained)

While you’re here, check out artwork in our gallery and classroom. On display in our classroom will be work made by 5th graders at Burroughs Elementary during the 2021/2022 Creative Clean Water Stewards Project.

See more about past Creative Clean Water Steward Projects here.

Environmental programming made possible with funding from Hennepin County Green Partners.

We are looking for Volunteers! Interested in helping visitors engage in a free creative outdoor printmaking activity and gaining experience working with an arts nonprofit? Sign up here.

Location :
Highpoint’s parking lot
Enter by walking through HP’s Lake Street entrance, or by the driveway off Colfax. Street parking is available, or visitors are encouraged to bike, walk, or take public transit.

ASL interpretation provided/available

What is Free Ink Day?
Three times a year Highpoint invites the community to an afternoon of hands-on printmaking and creative fun. At these free, public events visitors of all ages can drop in anytime during the afternoon to make unique, hand-made artwork. All materials for the planned activity are non-toxic and supplied by Highpoint (while supplies last), and no registration is necessary – just drop in, bring your creativity, and be ready to get inky! Staff and volunteers will be able to answer any questions along the way.

Questions? E-mail us or give us a call at 612.871.1326