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Spotlight: the Handmade

Experience the first permanent gallery Spotlight exhibition at the CAT, highlighting the beauty and wonder of the handmade.

Medium: 
Mixed Media
Exterior of Cafesjian Art Trust Museum. Courtesy of the Cafesjian Art Trust Museum
Sep 18, 2026 - Feb 27, 2027
Cafesjian Art Trust Museum
4600 Churchill St 
Shoreview, 
MN 
55126
Shoppers line up for the Textile Garage Sale. Textile Center

Textile Garage Sale

Textile Center
May 1, 2026 -
May 3, 2026
Other
A group of people are gathered in a classroom space, carving wood and doing other activities. American Swedish Institute

Makers Night 06/18/2026

American Swedish Institute
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Other
A woman is on a video call while sitting on a couch, smiling, with a laptop, yarn, and knitting needles. Virtual Makers Mornings. American Swedish Institute

Virtual Makers Mornings 06/30/2026

American Swedish Institute
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Other Virtual
A woman is on a video call while sitting on a couch, smiling, with a laptop, yarn, and knitting needles. Virtual Makers Mornings. American Swedish Institute

Virtual Makers Mornings 06/23/2026

American Swedish Institute
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Screenings Virtual
A woman is on a video call while sitting on a couch, smiling, with a laptop, yarn, and knitting needles. Virtual Makers Mornings. American Swedish Institute

Virtual Makers Mornings 06/16/2026

American Swedish Institute
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Other Virtual
A woman is on a video call while sitting on a couch, smiling, with a laptop, yarn, and knitting needles. Virtual Makers Mornings. American Swedish Institute

Virtual Makers Mornings 06/02/2026

American Swedish Institute
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Virtual Workshops + Courses
A woman is on a video call while sitting on a couch, smiling, with a laptop, yarn, and knitting needles. Virtual Makers Mornings. American Swedish Institute

Virtual Makers Mornings 06/09/2026

American Swedish Institute
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Other Virtual
A textured, multi-colored fiber art piece hangs from a wooden dowel against a white wall. American Swedish Institute

Mini Rya Weaving Workshop

American Swedish Institute
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Workshops + Courses
A woman demonstrating how to use a drop spindle with fiber. American Swedish Institute

Drop Spindle Spinning

American Swedish Institute
Sunday, May 31, 2026
Workshops + Courses
A person is shown from the side, intently weaving a colorful patterned band on a small loom. American Swedish Institute

Intro to Inkle Loom Weaving Workshop

American Swedish Institute
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Workshops + Courses
A group of people are standing outdoors, some looking up and pointing at tree branches. American Swedish Institute

Spring City Foraging Workshop

American Swedish Institute
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Workshops + Courses
A hand holds a stack of brightly colored, wooden bowls. American Swedish Institute

Introduction to the Spring Pole Lathe Workshop

American Swedish Institute
May 27, 2026 -
May 29, 2026
Workshops + Courses
A collection of small, felted gnomes and animal figures are displayed on rocks in front of lush green foliage. American Swedish Institute

Intergenerational Needle Felted Pocket Tomte and Friend

American Swedish Institute
Sunday, May 24, 2026
Workshops + Courses
A collection of small, handmade ceramic figures, including mushrooms, gnomes, hedgehogs, a fox, and a caterpillar, are arranged on a stone surface with grass in the background. American Swedish Institute

Intergenerational Clay Fairy Garden Fun Workshop

American Swedish Institute
Saturday, May 23, 2026
Workshops + Courses

Carve a Veggie Workshop

American Swedish Institute
Saturday, May 23, 2026
Workshops + Courses
A wooden workbench displays birch bark pieces, shavings, and a small knife with a wooden handle. American Swedish Institute

Intro to Green Woodcarving Workshop

American Swedish Institute
Friday, May 22, 2026
Workshops + Courses
A group of people are gathered in a classroom space, carving wood and doing other activities. American Swedish Institute

Makers Night 05/21/2026

American Swedish Institute
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Other
A hand holds a small, handmade wicker basket against a background of weathered wooden planks. The basket is woven with natural materials. American Swedish Institute

Intro to Stake and Strand Willow Basketry Workshop

American Swedish Institute
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Workshops + Courses
A collection of handmade wooden spoons of various sizes and wood types are piled on a weathered wooden surface. The spoons are carved and sanded, showcasing different wood grains and shapes. American Swedish Institute

Spoon Carving Fundamentals Workshop

American Swedish Institute
May 9, 2026 -
May 10, 2026
Workshops + Courses
A watercolor painting depicts a vibrant bouquet of pink and coral peonies, accented with delicate purple flowers. The flowers are arranged in a clear glass vase against a softly textured background. American Swedish Institute

Watercolor Buds and Blooms Workshop

American Swedish Institute
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Workshops + Courses