Art-A-Whirl is the largest open studio tour in the country, which happens annually throughout Northeast Minneapolis the third weekend of May. 

Over 1,000 NEMAA member artists, galleries, and businesses participate across all of Northeast Minneapolis at over 60 locations. Art-A-Whirl is a fantastic way to connect with artists in their own spaces, enjoy demonstrations and interactive activities, listen to live music, and enjoy local restaurants and breweries. Art-A-Whirl is free and open to the public.

For more information go to: https://nemaa.org/art-a-whirl/

Art-A-Whirl is the largest open studio tour in the country, which happens annually throughout Northeast Minneapolis the third weekend of May. Due to the ongoing COVID pandemic, the 2021 Art-A-Whirl will not be held as a normal event.

Art-A-Whirl is online, with hundreds of member galleries, shops, and videos. Some individual studios, galleries, and businesses will have their own open hours during Art-A-Whirl weekend. Use this website to find open studios, buy art online, and discover new food & beverage options! If visiting in-person, be sure to wear a mask and observe social distancing.

Find out who’s open & shop online at https://nemaa.org/art-a-whirl/

The site is live! artawhirl.org

25 YEARS OF ART-A-WHIRL

Art-A-Whirl® is the largest open studio tour in the country, which happens annually throughout Northeast Minneapolis the third weekend of May. This is our 25th year! Due to the COVID-19 pandemic limiting social interaction, the Art-A-Whirl Online Experience is a way to connect virtually with hundreds of local artists and businesses. Enjoy everything you love about Art-A-Whirl, online!