Open Studio offers you a space to explore new mediums, experiment with technique and express yourself however you choose! This drop-in, self-directed time is designed to put you in the driver's seat of your creativity. Rather than buy a bunch of expensive supplies that may or may not end up in a closet collecting dust, you can take advantage of a whole building FULL of supplies for just a few dollars per visit. It's like Uber, but with art supplies!

Our space is designed to be a working studio for every kind of artist - from beginner to experienced. We give you the freedom and flexibility to create whatever you want, however you want, with no expectations or judgements about the final outcome. We believe that art-making, the process of creating something from nothing, is where the magic happens.

During the school year, as part of our Artist Residency program, we invite local artists to infuse their knowledge and experience into the space during after school hours. Additionally, the studio is staffed by community volunteers and teen apprentices who can assist you with acclimating to the space, finding materials, and bringing your vision to life!

Creativity is a transformative tool inside all of us that we can use to de-stress and invest in ourselves and our community. Sometimes all it takes is having access to the space, the supplies, and the support - and that's exactly what we're here for.

If you have any hesitation about whether courageous heARTS is a place for you, we hope this handy decision tree will clarify how we feel about the subject! (Thanks to John Osebold and the internet for sharing!) 

Take a peek inside the studio - click the image to get a video tour!

Hours and Pricing 

Thanks to the generous support of our donors, we are able to offer scholarships to youth, families, and adults who are experiencing financial hardship. To learn more about this option, please visit our scholarship page and complete the short application. If you would like to make a contribution to our scholarship fund, please visit our donation page for details. 

For Youth

Youth Hours (Ages 10-18)

Open Studio hours are drop-in in nature, so advanced registration is not required. We do, however, ask that a permission form be completed by youth visiting regularly. Forms can be completed on our website or at the studio and we ask that they are updated annually. 

School Year:
Monday - Thursday
3:30-6pm
October - May

Summer:
Monday - Thursday
12-2pm
June-August

We follow Minneapolis Public School's calendar for holidays, school release days, and weather-related closures. Please refer to our schedule page for up-to-date information about studio hours. Additional or alternative programming for school release days will be listed here.

Please note: If you are interested in bringing a group to the studio, please coordinate a visit by reaching out through our contact page. 

Passes and Memberships

Memberships are a great option for youth who would like to visit more frequently and include a number of benefits and discounts described below. Scholarships are also available.

Drop-In Pass	10-Visit Pass	Monthly Membership	Annual Membership
5	35	24	250
per visit	per pass	per month	per year
Purchase	Purchase	Purchase	Purchase
​Includes: supplies,  ​snack, and support	Buy more and save! ​Just $3.50 per visit. ​Includes: supplies,  ​snack, and support	Includes: Unlimited Open Studio visits during the month, $20 fee for Second Saturday workshops (reg. $35), and a 15% discount on our summer camps.	Includes the same benefits as the monthly membership.
In studio purchases can be made via cash or check. ​Sustaining donor discounts do not apply to drop-in prices.	In studio purchases can be made by cash, check or credit card. ​Sustaining donor discounts available via phone or in-person.	Automatic, monthly deduction that can be canceled at anytime.	Save an extra $38 off the monthly rate!

For Adults

Adult Hours:
Adult Open Studio hours are designed as an alternative to the popular painting and wine experiences. Drop in with friends or carve out some "me" time. We provide a variety of tools and supplies, and you can always bring favorite materials with you. 

Thursdays from 6-9pm

Adults are also welcome to attend our All-Age hours as noted below. Want to see more adult hours? 

Passes

Scholarships are also available.

Drop-In Pass	10-Visit Pass
10	75
per visit	per pass
Purchase	Purchase
All materials provided. Passes can be used during both adult and all-age hours.	Save on multiple visits! Passes can be used during both adult and all-age hours.

For All-Ages

All-Age Hours

Looking for an affordable outing for your family?  Our All-Age hours are truly meant for everybody. . We ask that children under 10 be accompanied by an adult. Older youth can attend unaccompanied, as long as we have a permission form on file for them.

Saturday Mornings | 9a-12pm
(Closed on holiday weekends unless otherwise noted.)

Passes

If more than one adult and one youth are creating at the studio during all-age hours, our family pricing kicks in. We highly encourage everyone to get creative in our space, but we only charge for the number of artists using supplies. Scholarships are also available.

Drop-In Family Pass	10-Visit Family Pass
15	125
per visit	per pass
Purchase	Purchase
Good for up to 5 family members. ​Additional fees apply for more artists.	Good for up to 5 family members. ​Additional fees apply for more artists and will be charged on a per visit basis.