Hastings' Artist Show
November 8-17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily - LeDuc Historic Estate
Admission - FREE

Classic paintings, raku pottery, blown glass, fine needlework, traditional and infrared photography, and more will all be represented in the second annual Hastings Artists Show and Sale at the LeDuc Historic Estate. Join the Dakota County Historical Society this November as hundreds of pieces of gallery-quality original artwork are made available for sale by local artists. Set in the most beautiful home in Hastings, the show and sale is free to view and provides the perfect opportunity for gift givers seeking that perfect gift for the holidays.

Artists participating in 2008 include: Mel Agen, wood carver, Char Bauer, glassblowing; Audrey Ceran, painting (oils); David Cook, contemporary artist; Andy Evansen, painting (watercolor); Andy Hill, photography; Dodie & Emily Hogstad, Victorian reproductions; Lois Ireland-Zwettler, painting; Pauline Johanik, basketry; Art Nordstrom, pottery (raku); Al Peterson, photography; Janis Sprick, felted wool; Al Todnem, wood carver.

Hastings Artists Show & Sale is sponsored in part by Target and the Friends of LeDuc of Historic Hastings.

Tales of the Road Tea with Cathy Wurzer
December 7, 1 & 3 p.m. - LeDuc Historic Estate
Admission - $24.95, all ages

Enjoy a 3-course tea with Cathy Wurzer on Sunday, December 7. Cathy will introduce her new book and documentary film, Tales of the Road: Highway 61, published by the Minnesota Historical Society Press and Twin Cities Public Television, respectively. Guests will have an opportunity to talk with Cathy, view a preview of the film, and purchase a signed copy of the book at a 20% discount. Reservation required, please call the LeDuc Historic Estate (651) 437-7055 to make yours today.

Victorian Holidays
December 6-7 & 13-14 - LeDuc Historic Estate

Join the Society for holiday tours and unique shopping. Note to our shoppers - you can shop the gift shop without paying admission.

Tour hours during the Holidays are:
Saturday, December 6: 10, 11:30, 1, 2:30 & 4
Sunday, December 7: 10, 11:30 - No Afternoon Tours
Saturday, December 13: 10, 11:30, 1, 2:30 & 4
Sunday, December 14: 10, 11:30, 1, 2:30 & 4

Victorian Holiday Dinner
December 14 - 5:30 p.m. seating with dinner service at 6 p.m. - LeDuc Historic Estate

Menu
French Onion Soup - Roast Beef - Mashed Potatoes - Honey Glazed Baby Carrots - Assorted Rolls - Cranberry Cake with Butter Sauce

Entertainment includes music and dramatic readings. Tickets are only $27.95, tax included.