Ice Shanty Projects return to Lake Harriet with renewed hope

Ice Shanty Projects return to Lake Harriet with renewed hope after tough 2024
A Minneapolis wintertime staple is back once more – this time, with renewed hope. As the Ice Shanty Art Project enters its 21st year, it's coming off arguably it's toughest year – when Minnesota's warmest winter on record cut the project short after just a handful of days.
Lacrosse’s Native roots come alive on a frozen Lake Harriet during Art Shanty 2025
Twin Cities Native Lacrosse is spreading awareness of the game’s Indigenous roots, hosting games on Lake Harriet during the Art Shanty exhibition.
Art Shanty Projects returns to Lake Harriet just in time for Minnesota’s latest cold snap
A polar vortex sun and below-zero wind chills marked the opening day for the Art Shanty Projects on Lake Harriet.
Art Shanty Projects returning to Lake Harriet
After being canceled last year due to warm conditions causing uncertain ice levels, the Art Shanty Projects on Lake Harriet are gearing up to open on Saturday.
Art Shanty Projects delay opening due to extreme cold
Lake Harriet’s Art Shanty Projects opened late on Sunday. Organizers kept visitors away because of extremely cold weather in the morning.
Art Shanties return to Lake Harriet in Minneapolis
The Art Shanty Projects, featuring 20 uniquely designed shanties with performances and interactive experiences, returns Jan. 18–Feb. 9, showcasing a new mentorship program and celebrating ideal ice conditions after last year's weather challenges.
Iconic Art Shanty Projects return to Minneapolis
After two years of weather disruptions, bone-chilling temperatures are a welcomed sight for those organizing the art festival.
Interactive art on ice: Minnesotans brave the chill for the Art Shanty projects
Despite frigid conditions in Minneapolis, thousands ventured onto a frozen Lake Harriet on Saturday to immerse themselves in art, connect with others, and brave the cold at the annual Art Shanty Projects.
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Lake Harriet Winter Kite Festival
The Lake Harriet Winter Kite Festival is a favorite tradition each year, and we’re excited that it’s back in action in 2025!
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Thousands of people enjoy art on a frozen Minneapolis lake despite bone-chilling temperatures
The annual Art Shanty Projects drew crowds onto Lake Harriet for the first of four weekends of interactive, often silly and occasionally downright strange art events. The art was presented in or ...
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Walk the Talk: At-Grade I-94, E-bike Summit and Lake Harriet Festivals
Explore upcoming meetings and events in the Twin Cities from the Rethinking I-94 PAC Meeting to the Lake Harriet Art Shanties ...