FEE: Free
Summer Storytelling at Ortenstone Gardens & Sculpture Park
Fridays at Noon | Ortenstone Gardens & Sculpture Park, Detroit Lakes, MN
Bring your lunch and enjoy an hour of stories surrounded by the beauty of Ortenstone Gardens & Sculpture Park. This free summer storytelling series features local storytellers sharing stories, poetry, humor, and other entertaining readings in a relaxed outdoor setting.
The first gathering will take place on Friday, June 12, featuring storytellers Amy Erickson, Mark Hagen, Lori O'Dea, and Amy Stearns. Each session throughout the summer will feature different voices and stories, offering something for all ages and interests.
2026 Storytelling Dates:
• June 12
• June 26
• July 10
• July 24
• August 14
• August 28
Participants are encouraged to bring a lunch, lawn chair, or blanket and enjoy an afternoon of stories, laughter, imagination, and connection in the gardens.
Location: Ortenstone Gardens & Sculpture Park, 1646 Randolph Road, Detroit Lakes, MN
These free community events are generously sponsored by Bluebird Books.
