From books and memories to the world around us, inspiration for a story can come from anywhere. Join this Teen Maker Break workshop in the Art Lab to explore the power of personal and collective narratives with Marianne Manzler, local writer, editor, and education manager at the Loft Literary Center. Participants are encouraged to share their work in writing and verbally in response to prompts and artwork on view in the galleries.
Co-hosted in partnership with the Loft Literary Center, this program is open to teens interested in exploring their creativity through writing. Free, no registration required. Drop in anytime between 2 and 5 pm.
Visit walkerart.org/teens, follow @walkerteens on Instagram, or email teenprograms@walkerart.org for more info.
Bio
Marianne Manzler is a writer, educator, and editor. Her work received a notable mention in Best American Essays 2022 and has appeared in Fourth Genre, Seventh Wave, and more. A 2025 Minnesota State Arts Board grantee and Jerome Hill Artist Fellowship Finalist, she holds an MFA from the University of Washington and a BA from The Ohio State University. Manzler has received support from Sewanee Writers’ Conference, Anderson Center, Vermont Studio Center, Fulbright, and others. She edits and reads for The Rumpus, QW, and The Offing. She hosts the Mumu Stories podcast and manages education at the Loft Literary Center.
Accessibility
For more information about accessibility at the Walker, visit our Access page.
For questions about accessibility, or to request additional accommodations, call 612-375-7564, or email access@walkerart.org.
Before Your Visit
Paid underground parking is available on-site. Enter the ramp on Vineland Place at Bryant Avenue. Biking or taking Metro Transit? Learn more.
Visiting the galleries? Enhance your experience by joining a public tour or with self-guided resources accessible for free on Bloomberg Connects.
Personal photography is permitted throughout the Walker and the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, but please turn off the flash when visiting the galleries.
To help us promote future events and programs, this event may be photographed or recorded. By attending, you consent to appear in this documentation and its future use by the museum. Please let staff know upon arrival if you prefer not to be photographed.
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