The best arts & culture spots in Lake Minnetonka

6 arts & culture spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Arts & Culture · 6 places · showing the latest additions first

Paisley Park

Arts & Culture

Prince's private estate & production complex featuring artifacts from his life & guided tours.

7801 Audubon Rd (Chanhassen)

Prince's private estate & production complex featuring artifacts from his life & guided tours.

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Dance West

Arts & Culture

Whether your kid is testing the waters or itching to level up, Dance West makes it easy to jump in with recreational classes, summer camps,…

3311 County Rd 101 Ste 1 (Wayzata)

Whether your kid is testing the waters or itching to level up, Dance West makes it easy to jump in with recreational classes, summer camps, and a welcoming crew that actually teaches. Registration for the 2026-27 school year is open, so grab a spot this week and let the creativity loose.

From the St. Paul newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Minnetonka Theatre

Arts & Culture

Minnetonka Theatre spotlights student artists in a transformational setting, and this season they’re tackling Finding Neverland, Amadeus, A…

18285 MN-7 (Minnetonka)

Minnetonka Theatre spotlights student artists in a transformational setting, and this season they’re tackling Finding Neverland, Amadeus, A Murder Is Announced, and All Shook Up.

From the Chanhassen newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Be With Me Playseum Minnesota is a screen-free wonderland with 20+ imaginative Cityshops plus Creation Stations where kids can paint,…

Ridgedale Center, 12705 Wayzata Blvd (Minnetonka)

Be With Me Playseum Minnesota is a screen-free wonderland with 20+ imaginative Cityshops plus Creation Stations where kids can paint, decorate cookies, whip up slime, or mix soap while you actually sip your coffee. Make this the week you trade cabin fever for creative chaos.

From the Coon Rapids newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Museum featuring railroad equipment and models, along with a steamboat launch.

402 Lake St E (Wayzata)

Museum featuring railroad equipment and models, along with a steamboat launch.

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Nonprofit community center with art classes, a gallery, gift shop, and studio, plus a cafe.

2240 N Shore Dr (Wayzata)

Nonprofit community center with art classes, a gallery, gift shop, and studio, plus a cafe.

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