Mordern, Free, Best Art Museums in Lake Minnetonka

"The Minneapolis Institute of Art is a must see attraction for those of all ages. You can find exhibits and artifacts spanning all continents and all ages, with some items dating back 40,000 years. There are prints and drawings, photography and new media, paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, textiles, and contemporary art as well as specific collections to explore focusing on Asian art, African art, and American art."

"The Minneapolis Institute of Art is an internationally recognized institution. From Greek sculpture to Warhol, silver vessels to van Gogh, we've got it all."

"The Minneapolis Institute of Art is a large museum representing more than 5,000 years of history through breathtaking works of art."

"If it’s one of those indecisive March days, the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis has outdoor options at the Sculpture Garden and indoor art amazements, including “Designs for Different Futures,” a major traveling exhibit running through April 11. Organized by the Walker, the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Art Institute of Chicago, “DFDF” has more than 70 examples from designers that look to the future. Some of the pieces are designs that are already part of our present."

"Housed in a striking stainless steel and brick building, designed by internationally acclaimed architect Frank O. Gehry, the Weisman Art Museum (WAM) offers an educational and friendly museum experience for visitors of all kinds. The museum, located on the gorgeous University of Minnesota campus, creates art experiences that spark discovery, critical thinking, and transformation, linking the University and the community. Its permanent collection includes more than 25,000 works of art and is especially rich in the areas of American modernism, ceramics, Mimbres pottery and Korean furniture."

"Housed in a striking stainless steel and brick building designed by architect Frank Gehry, the Weisman Art Museum is both educational and approachable. The museum’s collection features early twentieth-century American artists, such as Georgia O’Keeffe and Marsden Hartley, as well as a diverse selection of ceramics and contemporary art. They always have a great selection of events, so be sure to check their calendar to see what’s in town."

"There are two fresh shows on view at the Weisman Art Museum on the University of Minnesota campus. “Paper Mountains: Marsden Hartley’s Lofty Landscapes” looks at the work of artist Marsden Hartley (1877-1943) during a time he was questioning what it meant to produce art that was distinctly American. He sought inspiration from the mountains, according to information from WAM."

"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."

"Windom’s The Museum of Russian Art, located at 5500 Stevens Ave. South, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the museum 4.5 stars out of 32 reviews. READ MORE: 'I Just Want To Meet The Guy': Mountain Biker's Life Saved By Off-Duty Doctor On Minnesota Trail"

"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."

"This is a gorgeous location flanked by the Mississippi River bluffs. Not only does this place have secluded spots for intimate photos, but the waterfall is magical. This would be a great location for a branding shoot or for couples wanting to capture engagement photos."

"Address: 1313 Hidden Falls Dr, St Paul, MN 55116, United States. Rating: 4.6 out of 5. Hidden Falls Regional Park is a charming park and destination not to miss when visiting ST. Paul Minnesota."

"The park’s namesake proves that a waterfall doesn’t have to be big to be beautiful. The small, spring-fed falls tucked into the Mississippi River bluffs are absolutely worth exploring."

"Fort Snelling State Park has year round free outdoor recreation, from hiking paths to snowshoeing trails. Free events include parent and child ice fishing and an introduction to snowshoeing. You can learn about how to tap trees."

"DinkytownWell, if you’ve been to Al’s, you understand why social distancing wouldn’t work at this 10-foot-wide, 14-seat retro diner. But they’re still open mornings and midday for to-go made-from-scratch breakfast like scrambles, omelets, waffles, and our personal favorite- blueberry pancakes. In addition, you can buy quarts of Al’s special pancake batter for just 6 bucks if you’re looking to cook at home."

"The barstools at Al’s, near the University of Minnesota campus, are always in high demand. Famous for enormous blueberry pancakes, Al’s serves all the breakfast favorites, with service that is thankfully never too effusive. 14th St. SE, Minneapolis, 612-331-9991 | alsbreakfastmpls.com"

"Walk in the door, pick up your dinner, and walk out smelling like wood-fired smoke. The Polski family does barbecue the same way they’ve been doing it for more than 70 years, because why would you change when it tastes this good?. Order: Slab of pork ribs, pit-smoked chicken, pulled pork, baked beans with bacon, collard greens"

"4990 W 123rd St, Savage, MN 55378-1343Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free WifiAmerican, Bar, Pub, Gluten Free OptionsLunch, Dinner, Late NightSGD 28 - SGD 39+1 952-808-7317"