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Barn Quilt Painting Workshop

with Mary Jo Schmid from Crooked Lane Farm Folk School
2026-05-27 13:00:00 2026-05-27 16:00:00 America/Chicago Barn Quilt Painting Workshop Join your library for a free workshop to create your very own 1'x1' Barn Quilt with Mary Jo! Crookston Public Library - River Room

Wednesday, May 27
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-27 13:00:00 2026-05-27 16:00:00 America/Chicago Barn Quilt Painting Workshop Join your library for a free workshop to create your very own 1'x1' Barn Quilt with Mary Jo! Crookston Public Library - River Room

Join your library for a free workshop to create your very own 1'x1' Barn Quilt with Mary Jo!

Unleash your inner artist and celebrate a beautiful tradition that defines Minnesota's rural landscape! Join us for a hands-on workshop and paint your very own 1'x1' 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.
Learn more and register at larl.org/barnquilt.

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

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Teens (Ages 13-18) | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Legacy Events | Arts, Crafts and Hobbies |

TAGS: | Mary Jo | Legacy | Crooked Lane Farm | Craft | Barn Quilt | Art |

Crookston Public Library
Phone: 218-281-4522
Branch manager
Chris Boike
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Tue, May 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
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Fri, May 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 16 10:00AM to 2:00PM
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The Crookston Public Library is located at 110 N. Ash St. next to the old Carnegie Library. The Crookston Library offers study carrels, a private meeting room, and the beautiful River Room for your individual use or group meeting needs.

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Barn Quilt Painting Workshop - with Mary Jo Schmid from Crooked Lane Farm Folk School
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River Room
Join your library for a free workshop to create your very own 1'x1' Barn Quilt with Mary Jo!
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