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Programs

Mini courses, family programs, craft demos, workshops, artisan residencies, and more!

North House programs offer a great way for anyone to come down and get a taste of craft. Some programs don't require pre-registration, making them convenient drop-in opportunties if you happen to be around campus!

Looking for programs on a specific date? Check out our Program Calendar!

Public Programs

Tour the North House Campus

Every Saturday at 2pm
From the blacksmith shop to the woodshop, there is always something happening on campus. Discover the rich folk school tradition, visit the classrooms in action, and hear the stories! Meet at the Yellow Building - no registration required.

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Rivers of Lake Superior’s North Shore: An Ojibwe Perspective

Thu, Mar 28, 2024 – 7pm in the Blue Building
The drive along the North Shore of Lake Superior between Duluth and the international border on Highway 61 is an iconic Minnesota experience, offering unparalleled scenery, with over two dozen short scenic rivers. This presentation will explore the Ojibwe language names for these iconic waterways, and discuss how this reveals a much richer understanding of the area.

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Instructors in Residence

Weekends (Thursday-Sunday) 10am–4pm from Late May to Early September
Stop by our outdoor commons in the center of campus each week to see live traditional craft demonstrations with our talented artisan instructors. Each week a different instructor will be featured and visitors will have the opportunity to observe their hands at work as well as ask questions about the craft.

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Daily Sailing on the Hjordis

Sailing resumes Early Summer 2024
Experience Grand Marais from the lake - sail with us aboard our 50' traditionally rigged schooner Hjørdis!

Sails are offered multiple times per day, most days during the summer. Click below for more information and booking!

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