Barn Quilt Painting Workshop with Mary Jo Schmid of Crooked Lane Farm Folk School

Unleash your inner artist and celebrate a beautiful rural tradition that defines Minnesota’s rural landscape! Join us for a hands-on workshop and paint your very own Barn Quilt under the expert guidance of Mary Jo Schmid from Crooked Lane Farm Folk School. 

As a retired Moorhead educator, Mary Jo brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to help you learn about this iconic folk art. Whether you are a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner, you’ll leave with a unique masterpiece ready to display. All materials are provided. Registration is required. Regirstration will open at 3:30 p.m. on March 17 for events held in April, on April 28 for events held in May and on May 12 for events in June. 

Schedule:

• Fosston Public Library (register here)
  Tuesday, April 7 at 2 p.m.
• Barnesville Public Library (register here)
  Friday, April 10 at 1 p.m.
• Bagley Public Library (register here)
  Saturday, April 18 at 1 p.m.
• Gonvick LINK Site (register here)
  Wednesday, April 22 at 12:30 p.m.
• Climax Public Library (register here)
  Thursday, May 21 at 3 p.m.
• Breckenridge Public Library (register here)
  Saturday, May 23 at 11 a.m.
• Crookston Public Library (register here)
  Wednesday, May 27 at 1 p.m.
• Mahnomen Fire Hall (register here)
  Saturday, May 30 at 10:30 a.m.
• Ada Public Library (register here)
  Tuesday, June 2 at 2 p.m.
• Detroit Lakes Public Library (register here)
  Saturday, June 6 at 10 a.m.
• Fertile Public Library (register here)
  Wednesday, June 10 at 5 p.m.
• Moorhead Public Library (register here) 
  Saturday, June 13 at 1 p.m.

Admission is free, thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Legacy Fund.