Arts & Culture

Arts & Culture

The People and the Place

From budget-friendly family activities to hidden waterfalls to recommendations from locals, check out our blog for trip ideas and to learn more about what makes Duluth so special. 

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Story Time with a Cop

Miller Hill Mall will once again host Story Time with a Cop on Wednesday, June 25 at 10:00 AM in Barnes & Noble Court. This event provides an opportunity for children to engage with Duluth police officers as they read stories aloud, promoting literacy and positive community interactions. During the event, children will have the chance to meet K9 Kallie and see a real squad car up close, which will be stationed in the event area. Attendees will receive giveaway bags while supplies last, and families can access special discounts for lunch at the Food Court after the event.

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Crow and Co. Book Swap

A Monthly Book Swap at Bent Paddle! Join us, as we host Crow & Co. To Go every fourth Sunday from 12-4 PM at Bent Paddle Brewing Co. for the perfect pairing of local brews and fresh reads! We are hosting Crow & Co. To Go for a community book swap, where you can bring up to four high-quality used books to trade with fellow book lovers — discover something new while giving your old favorites a second life. Can’t find a book you want? No worries! Swap your token for 10% off your purchase from Crow & Co. To Go instead. Sip, swap, and savor your Sunday with great books and even better beer, presented by Crow & Co. To Go and Bent Paddle Brewing Co. See you there!

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Spring Into Summer Artisan Market

Spring is blooming and so is our favorite event of the season! Join us for the 5th Annual Spring Into Summer Outdoor Artisan Market at Duluth Studio Market! Shop handmade goods Support local artists Succulent Bar is back and bigger then ever! Saturday, June 7th, 2025  10AM–3PM 512 N 45th Ave E, Duluth Bring your friends, family, and love for local art. We can’t wait to see you there!

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Black Bears and Blueberries Publishing Author Event

Join Black Bear and Blueberries Publishing authors: Art Coulson, Kiki Garcia, Dee Sweet, Roxanne Gould, Kent Estey, Melonee Montano, and Evan Larson for a special author event. Event activities include, author readings, question and answer, and book signings. Snacks and refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public. Everyone is welcome and families are encouraged to attend!

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Book Signing for “Rocky’s Lighthouse Adventure”

Join us in welcoming Deborah Winchell & Renee Andriani, author and illustrator of Rocky’s Lighthouse Adventure. ​Deborah Winchell was inspired to write about Rocky while interviewing a former lighthouse keeper for an article in Lake Superior Magazine. The man revealed that a dog lived on Rock of Ages in the 1970s. Deborah has camped, paddled, and hiked all along the North Shore and Keweenaw Peninsula of Lake Superior, including Isle Royale National Park. She retired from Cornell University and serves on the board of Rock of Ages Lighthouse Preservation Society. She’s been a freelance writer for over 20 years, has written for Boreal Community Media out of Grand Marais, MN, and runs women’s retreats. Her most valuable contribution to society is her children and grandchildren. She lives on a lake in northern Minnesota. ​Renée Andriani’s illustrations have appeared in numerous picture books and on cards for Hallmark’s Shoebox Greetings line….

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Grand Parade of Sail with Vista Fleet

Be a part of the Grand Parade of Sail during the Tall Ships festival! Experience the Parade of Sail FROM the Water! Step aboard the Vista Star or Vista Queen for an unforgettable front-row seat to the iconic Festival of Sail in Duluth. This exclusive cruise offers the best vantage point to witness the majestic tall ships parade in Duluth pass beneath the iconic Aerial Lift Bridge and into the scenic harbor. Our crew will provide engaging narration with fascinating facts and rich history about each passing ship. Enjoy a cash bar and full concessions during this once in a lifetime cruise. Don’t miss this incredible way to experience the excitement of the Duluth Tall Ships Festival!

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