Minneapolis Institute of Art — Mia Youth Programs

Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) — Youth & Family Programs

Mia on Third Avenue South offers free and paid youth programs including Mini Mia (for ages 0-5 monthly), Studio Sessions (monthly art classes inspired by the collection), Second Sunday family events, and a drop-in Family Center.

Mia Youth Programs

Museum-connected art for all ages. Options include:
- Mini Mia (ages 0-5, free monthly)
- Studio Sessions (monthly, all ages)
- Second Sundays (free monthly family event)
- Family Center drop-in
- Summer art camps
- Teen Arts Council

What's Included

• Free admission to the museum
• Professional teaching artists
• Gallery-based inspiration
• Family Center with books, toys, nursing room

Experience

Best for families who want museum-connected art experiences. Mini Mia is the absolute best introduction to a museum for toddlers. Paid studio sessions deliver real craft instruction with museum collection context.