Best Arts and Culture Places 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..."

"Located at 725 Vineland Place in Lowry Hill, the museum and park is the highest-rated museum in Minneapolis, boasting 4.5 stars out of 153 reviews on Yelp. READ MORE: Sheriff: Man Who Shot At Deputies Dies From Injuries After Being Stuck By Squad SUV In Mounds View. Opened in 1988, this garden showcases more than 40 works from the Walker Art Center’s collections, through a partnership between Walker and the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board."

"A post shared by Minneapolis Sculpture Garden (@minneapolissculpturegarden). You really can’t go wrong photographing the Walker Arts Center’s sculpture garden – indisputably one of the most Instagrammable places in Minneapolis. Entrance is free and the park is open 365 days a year, 6 a.m."

"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."

"The American Swedish Institute offers a look at and demonstrates the importance of the surrounding region's Swedish heritage. The institute consists of the modern Nelson Cultural Center and the historic Turnblad Mansion. The Turnblad Mansion was originally commissioned in the early 20th century by Swan Turnblad, owner of the largest Swedish Newspaper in the United States."

"The American Swedish Institute, a museum and cultural center housed in the 1908 Turnblad Mansion, serves as a gathering place for people to share stories and experiences around universal themes of tradition, migration, craft, and the arts, all informed by enduring ties to Sweden."

"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."

"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."

"The last beautiful place on our visit is Lake Phalen, one of the largest lakes in St. Paul. It is the perfect location to stop and recharge from the hustle and bustle of the city, a popular spot for boating, swimming, canoeing, picnicking, fishing, and more. Follow the scenic 3.1-mile trail clockwise encircling the pretty lake where you’ll find blooming wildflowers, weeping willows, picturesque bridges and a flowing waterfall."

"The Gibbs Museum is on the site of a farm that prospered during the late 1800s. The farm's original farmhouse and barn have been fully restored and can be seen by guided tour, led by costumed living history interpreters. The remainder of the grounds can be explored freely and features authentically constructed replicas of buildings typically found during the time period, including a log-and-sod home and a one-room schoolhouse."

"2097 Larpenteur Avenue // Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Costumed guides tell the true story of the pioneer Gibbs family and their Dakotah Indian friends. Explore the museum's Sodhouse, farmhouse, one-room schoolhouse, Dakotah bark lodge, tipi and…"

"New American diner The Stray Dog has a separate vegetarian menu for ease of ordering. Classic bar favorites become vegan or black bean patties and fries, not dogs, vegetarian breakfasts like fully loaded chilaquiles, and sides perfect to share. The expansive menu means there is something for everyone."

"Stray Dog is a comfortable yet fun take on your traditional bar and grill in Nordeast Minneapolis. Fantastic burger styles with hand-cut fries or tater tots. From sandwiches to salads, to soups and Kramarczuk's hot dogs."

"NE, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the cheap bakery five stars out of 46 reviews. The bakery is owned and operated by a native of Germany. The menu features items like baked pretzels, French boule, dark sourdough, cookies and more."