Lakewood Cemetery Welcomes

Internationally Recognized Artist and Speaker Day Schildkret for a Weekend of Art, Ritual and Remembrance

August 3 & 4 (Saturday & Sunday)

Lakewood Cemetery | 3600 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis

A special two-day “Learn @ Lakewood”event featuring earth artist and author Day Schildkret that includes a moderated talk with the author/artist about the intersections of art, ritual and nature on Saturday, and hands-on workshops where people can learn his 7-step Morning Altars practice on Sunday.

Art and Ritual: An Evening with Day Schildkret

August 3 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM 

$35 in advance / $45 at the door - Tickets

Moderated by MPR host and End in Mind founder Cathy Wurzer, this intimate discussion held in Lakewood’s historic Memorial Chapel, will explore how artist and author Day Schildkret’s nature-based practice has inspired people around the world to mark key milestones, reflect on life, and remember loved ones who have died. A reception held in Lakewood’s brand-new Welcome Center will follow, with the chance to connect with the author and others interested in his practice.

Morning Altars Workshops - Two Sessions Available

August 4: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM OR 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

$50 in advance / $60 at the door - Tickets

In these interactive sessions, Day will guide attendees through his 7-step Morning Altars practice, creating unique mandalas out of natural, foraged materials. Following the creation process, attendees will have an opportunity to share stories and discuss their experiences as part of this mindful practice.

About Learn @ Lakewood

Curated by Lakewood, these thought-provoking workshops, talks and panel discussions explore a variety of topics related to death, memorialization, grief and end-of-life. Lakewood engages innovative authors, artists, and teachers to share their knowledge, encourage conversation, and provide hands-on experiences for the community. See more Learn @ Lakewood events: https://www.lakewoodcemetery.org/events-calendar/learn-at-lakewood/

About Day Schildkret and Morning Altars

Day Schildkret is an award-winning author, artist, ritualist, and teacher who is internationally known for Morning Altars, which Buzz Feed calls, “a celebration of nature and life.” Working for over a decade with individuals, communities and organizations, Day is helping to heal the culture through a meaningful and creative response to change. He is the author of Hello, Goodbye: 75 Rituals for Times of Loss, Celebration and Change (Simon Element/Simon & Schuster), Morning Altars: A 7-Step Practice to Nourish Your Spirit through Nature, Art and Ritual (The Countryman Press), and the Morning Altars Coloring Book. He is also the founder and principal instructor for the Morning Altars Teacher Training, a certification program to equip helpers and healers with the knowledge, skills, and tools to integrate the Morning Altars healing modality with their clients and communities. Learn more about Day at morningaltars.com and dayschildkret.com.

About Lakewood: A Place to Remember

Lakewood is a serene haven in the heart of Minneapolis’s renowned Chain of Lakes — a place to come together to honor, remember and reflect. Since 1871, Lakewood’s 250 acres of urban memorial parkland have served as a community gathering place and a chronicle of our region’s traditions, cultures and people. A history keeper and a thought leader, Lakewood honors its roots as a landmark cemetery while reimagining its role in modern life, through thoughtfully designed events, experiences and spaces.

Today, Lakewood is making memorialization more relevant, accessible and inviting for new audiences and generations—with more creativity and choices. As a nonprofit organization governed by a board of trustees, Lakewood is committed to preserving and enhancing its grounds and architectural treasures. Lakewood invites the public to explore all that it has to offer. Learn more at https://www.lakewoodcemetery.org