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Registration opens:
May 12th, 2026

Barn Quilt Painting Workshop

with Mary Jo Schmid from Crooked Lane Farm Folk School
2026-06-06 10:00:00 2026-06-06 13:00:00 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! Detroit Lakes Public Library - Meeting Room

Saturday, June 06
10:00am - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-06 10:00:00 2026-06-06 13:00:00 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! Detroit Lakes Public Library - Meeting 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. 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 |

Detroit Lakes Public Library
Phone: 218-847-2168
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Fri, Mar 06 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 07 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Mar 08 Closed
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The Detroit Lakes Public Library is located in downtown Detroit Lakes at the intersection of Washinton Ave. and Frazee Street. The library offers two meeting rooms, four study rooms, a legal kiosk, free Wi-Fi and much more.

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