Mordern, Free, Best Art Museums in Woodbury

"Located in the neighborhood of Whittier, on an eight-acre campus formerly known as Morrison Park, the Minneapolis Institute of Arts (MIA) is government-funded fine art museum that is open to the public free of charge. Featuring an encyclopedic collection of over 80,000 objects, spanning 5,000 years of world history, the MIA is home to one of the finest wide-ranging art collections in the country, consisting of remarkable exhibitions and collections of art from Africa, Oceania and the Americas, as well as a vast collection of Asian art and sculpture. Inspiring wonder through art, the MIA also features traveling collections from other museums, as well as the Minnesota Artists Exhibition Program, which focuses on displaying works by local artists from Minnesota."

"This museum is a huge trove housing a veritable history of art. The modern and contemporary collections will astonish, while the Asian galleries (2nd floor) and Decorative Arts rooms (3rd floor) are also..."

"In these drawings by painter and sculptor Robert Longo, the juxtaposition of contorted bodies with the title National... Contemporary art is the art of today. Walker Art Center, located in the Lowry Hill neighborhood of Minneapolis, will expose you to multidisciplinary modern and contemporary art with its collections including books, costumes, drawings, media works, paintings, photography and prints."

"3 p.m.: After you’ve freshened up, head over to the Walker Art Center. The art museum’s diverse galleries feature thousands of pieces across a wide array of visual and media arts. Beyond standard oil paintings and photography, the collection includes books, costumes, and multimedia projects, as well as live performance art and videos."

"When you want to see modern art, just head to the University of Minnesota's glimmering stainless steel and brick building overlooking the Mississippi River. There you'll find the free Weisman Art Museum, a teaching museum at UMN and a leader in the world of modern art, integrating the perspectives of local culture and history. You can’t miss the unique exterior facade of curved metal structures by world renowned architect Frank Gehry."

"The Weisman, which occupies a swooping silver structure by architect Frank Gehry, is a university (and city) highlight. The airy main galleries hold cool collections of 20th-century American art, ceramics, Korean furniture and works on paper."

"The Weisman Art Museum, founded in 1934, is a modern art museum located at the University of Minnesota. It features a collection of more than 25,000 images, and traditional Korean furniture and Native American Mimbres pottery."

"Situated in a Spanish Mission-style former church in South Minneapolis, you’ll be captivated by stories told through collections of paintings, historical photography, and prints dating from Muscovite and Russian Empire times to the former Soviet Union to modern post-Soviet Russia. Even if what you know of Russian culture is limited to borscht or vodka, you’ll be awed by the beauty and history of the extensive collections of lacquer, porcelain, textiles, nesting dolls, and holiday ornaments. Bring home the beauty of Russian craft with a little something from the artfully curated Tmora gift shop."

"Since 2002, The Museum of Russian Art has served as the Twin Cities’ window to art, history, and culture of Muscovite Russia, the Russian Empire, the Soviet Union, its former republics, and post-Soviet Russia. Housed in a beautifully renovated historic building, the museum’s multi-level galleries provide a tranquil and intimate setting for their exhibitions and educational events. A one-hour tour is free with admission."

"The Museum of Russian Art is a charming museum and the only one of its kind in the entire country. It serves to show the art, culture, and history of Russia through exhibits, lectures, and live performances."

"A historic venue in its own right, the Minnesota Museum of Art is sure to be hosting an exhibit to charm your creative sensibilities. The museum is known for its significant collection of purely American artists, with over 4,500 pieces that span the entire landscape of this country's creative capacities. Masters such as Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson and Paul Manship grace the museum walls."

"Located in the Cass Gilbert-designed Pioneer Endicott building, the Minnesota Museum of American Art has a history that spans back to 1894. The M strives to bring in diverse exhibits that connect audiences with relevant subjects and issues. Currently undergoing major renovations, plan a visit to the M when it reopens December 2, 2018."

"The iconic Minnesota Museum of American Art has found it's home in the historic Pioneer Endicott building. While the indoor galleries are currently closed for a total rehaul, you can still take in The M’s exhibitions from their window galleries and skyways."

"Northrup King Building is the largest art complex in Minnesota, with more than 350 artists and small businesses who are working, showing, and selling their wares in this 1917 former seed company complex. First Thursdays and Open Saturdays, as well as annual events like Art-a-Whirl and Art Attack!. give plenty of opportunity to browse and shop 19 mediums from jewelry to mosaics and digital to graphic arts."

"The Hmong Cultural Center is a small community exhibition, but it’s well worth a visit to this University Avenue gem that’s been in Saint Paul for about twenty years. Located conveniently next to the Green Line, spend some time learning about the Hmong population’s experience, art and history in Saint Paul, and you might befriend one of the hundreds of people who take community classes at the center. While you're in the area, stop in for a bite at one of our favorite University Avenue restaurants."

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"Your family may have a new favorite go-to pizza after trying these Neapolitan-style pies crafted in 900-degree wood-burning ovens. The result is a thin, chewy crust that lets the ingredients—like mozzarella di bufala, prosciutto and sun-dried tomatoes—shine. Order a couple pizzas to share at one of 12 metro-area locations.Parking situation varies based on location, but many offer free off-street spots."

"It would be impossible to create this list without mentioning Punch Pizza. Punch is one of the very few pizzerias outside of Italy with the Vera Pizza Napoletana certification, so you can be assured it is authentic. I have eaten at the best pizzeria in Naples (yes, the one famously shown in Eat, Pray, Love) and Punch is just as delicious!"

"There's a reason people with kids find themselves at Punch time and again. The speed with which these thin and blistered crusts are served is faster than a two-year-old can throw a tantrum. Plus, the ingredients are top shelf and the salads are the best excuse to eat your vegetables around."

"I’ve never seen such a poorly utilized parking lot in my life. They changed the direction of the drive through line so sometimes you have to drive in thr..."

"Elegant and trendy might describe this restaurant, but the dishes they serve here are totally unpretentious and globally-inspired. Serving up seasonal small plates, Fig + Farro is quickly becoming known as one of the best vegan restaurants in Minneapolis for their rotating international cuisine and outstanding vegan brunch."

"A post shared by RIVA (@rivash4) on Jan 18, 2020 at 11:13pm PST. Situated inside Calhoun Square, fig + farro serves vegan food with bold global flavors, along with craft cocktails. The space is trendy and elegant and exudes a chill vibe."

"During the unrest in the wake of George Floyd’s killing, this restaurant became a touchstone for the city. It turned from serving food, to acting as a collection point for neighbors in needs. While it has long since returned to serving its incredible jerk chicken and coconut rice, the eatery remains an example of its one love philosophy."

"The Gist: Winner of Food Network’s Food Court Wars, Pimento has grown, from Maplewood Mall’s food court to a prime location at Keg and Case. This modern twist on authentic Jamaican flavors is served in a rice bowl. Travels perfectly, and almost tastes better when the leftovers have sat a day."

"Pimento Jamaican Kitchen specializes in Jamaican street food. The menu packs some serious heat and is quickly served. It's just as tasty for take-out as it is to grab a seat inside this little tropical oasis in the tundra."

"For more of a down and dirty, wild card kind of evening, check out Lee’s Liquor Lounge. Sticky floors, drop ceiling, wood paneled walls and beer signs galore, it’s a dive bar to end all dive bars with bands playing most nights. From classic country cover bands to rockabilly and swing, Lee’s might sound different every night, but it’s always good fun."