Upcoming Workshops

The Winona Arts Center began as a participatory group of individuals learning and painting together. We carry on this tradition by providing a space for instructors and learners to come together to explore an art.

Inspire Childrens' Workshops
Funded by the Winona Foundation and MidWest Music Fest

Saturday, February, 4 from 2:00-4:00PM

Toy-making

Join LARK Toys' head toymaker Tim Monson for an exciting afternoon toy-making. Participants will learn the basics of wooden pull-toy construction, mechanics & assembly and will make their own take-home toy!
Materials provided. Children ages 6+.

Class Limit: 15, Pre-register - email contactus@winonaarts.org to register.
Cost: Free for children


March 24 and April 14 & 28
Saturdays, from 1:00-3:00 PM

Paper Capers

Paint, fold, cut, glue and print paper. Each of the three sessions will have a topic. Attend one or all three sessions. Materials provided. Children ages 6+

Class Limit: 12, Pre-register - email contactus@winonaarts.org to register.
Cost: Free for children

  • Sun - Monoprinting
  • Water & Earth - Create & paint paper sculptures
  • Animals - Fold & paint Pop-Up cards

Instructor: Mary Coughlan 608-525-0050
Email: mcoughlan@winona.edu


Adult Classes

Mondays, January 2 – April 30th, 5:15-6:45 PM

Yoga at the Arts Center - Vinyassa Flow

Vinyassa Flow sessions with an emphasis on proper alignment offering modifications as needed. All levels encouraged. Drop-ins welcome. Dress in comfortable layers, bring a mat if you like.

Instructor: Tish Hennigan 608-687-3991, Tishennigan@yahoo.com

$8.00/class, payable at the door


Saturday, March 24, 9 AM-12 PM

Limp Paper Binding

In this workshop, we will make a limp paper bindings, which have a soft but very sturdy flax paper cover. This binding originated in the 16th century when it was covered with vellum. We will sew a blank text block over linen supports and lace them into the cover. We will also sew endbands at the head and tail of the books.

Materials fee: $10, Tuition: $30
Instructor: Jill Krase 507-961-0077
Email: jillkrase@charter.net

Class Registration Info

To reserve a place in a class, send in the class fee by the registration deadline. No refunds for classes after the registration deadline unless the class is canceled.

Make checks payable to:
Winona Arts Center
Mail to: 228 E. Fifth Street
Winona, MN 55987

For information call 507-453-9959 or call class instructor.

Workshop Registration

Print and mail/deliver this form along with your workshop fees to the WAC.

Workshop Registration form (pdf)


Lead a Workshop

The Winona Arts Center and local artists often collaborate to offer the classes and workshops for the community.

If you are interested in teaching a class or workshop please let us know.