Come see how it's made

Throughout the afternoon, you'll move from one demonstration to the next, watching our region's creative community do what they do best. Ask questions. Lean in close. Discover the craft, patience, and care behind work that's often only seen when it's finished.

This is art with its sleeves rolled up.

Whether you've spent a lifetime making things or you're simply curious about how they come to be, you belong here. Bring your family, your neighbors, and your sense of wonder

A note on who you'll meet

The artists demonstrating with us are Dakota County creators curated by Dakota Center for the Arts — makers we're proud to showcase and celebrate as part of our mission to support local talent. They're here to share their own practices and processes with the community.

Eagan Art House, our wonderful host, will be running its own demonstrations that day, offering a glimpse into the classes taught on-site. Two experiences, one lovely afternoon — and plenty to explore across the grounds.

Rooted in our mission

Dakota Center for the Arts exists to champion the artists who make our county a richer, more creative place to live. Art in Action is that mission made visible — a celebration of local skill, craftsmanship, and the people who keep these traditions alive and evolving.