Caponi Art Park
Caponi Art Park
4.5
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Giexplr
Minneapolis, MN127 contributions
Oct 2016 • Family
There is a great trail system here and beautiful woods to hike through. There is no art or just some stones on the parking lot side of the art grounds. You actually have to go under the road to get to the sculpture park. There are nude sculptures so it's pretty rude and awkward. Otherwise beautiful place.
Written October 29, 2016
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catborden
Eagan, MN3 contributions
Sep 2012 • Family
This is a laid back, pleasant destination. Tony Caponi was an art professor at Macalester College. The park was originally his playground for sculpture design and is now part of the Dakota County Park system. You will find winding trails decorated with stone sculptures. Various scheduled activities take place during spring, summer, and fall including musical performances, creative classes, medieval demonstrations, and acting performances. It's a fun family place or a good place to connect with nature.
Written July 29, 2013
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G B
Saint Paul, MN360 contributions
Sep 2015 • Couples
This park is located in a residential and hilly area of Eagan. This is a walking park that has outdoor art and a small building next to the parking lot. Best to visit here when the weather is warm and dry.
Written February 17, 2016
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JSpartz
Eagan, MN37 contributions
Sep 2012 • Couples
I live little more than two miles from the art park. I won’t argue about the quality of the art or the idea of having an outdoor art park. Some people may love the place because it is open air. My beef is the lack of help interpreting the art. Many of the pieces just sit there with virtually no information about them: why and when they were created and what message was the artist conveying. The people who manage the art park should spend some time creating a history and story for each piece. With that completed I'd rate it a 'three' or a 'four'.
Written July 29, 2013
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markabaddon
Apple Valley, MN199 contributions
Jan 2012 • Family
This is a hidden gem in Eagan, a beautiful park with fascinating sculpture all through it. As a Shakespeare fan, I greatly enjoy visiting here when Shakespeare in the Park is there. Nothing quite like seeing a Midsummer Night's Dream in a wonderful park
Written January 16, 2012
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j m
St. Paul, MN58 contributions
Mar 2015 • Couples
a wonderful park with sculptures and an open ampitheater where you can listen performances such as shakespere, orchestras, or ethnic folk music and other local musicians.check there website for activities
Written March 8, 2015
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mncouple2014
Paynesville, MN15 contributions
Aug 2013 • Couples
Nice place to walk but would not go out of my way to go to see sculptures. Most are old and need refurbishing. Concert area is nice.
Written June 30, 2014
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Kitam3
Eagan, Minnesota243 contributions
Aug 2013 • Couples
We checked this out this past summer. What an incredible place to visit. The art work is interesting and the grounds are beautiful. So well taken care of. There is even an amphitheater on site where special events take place through out Park season.
You feel as though you are in a different world surrounded by woods and trees that are incredibly old.
Make sure that you check out a 3-ring binder which explains the different art works and their history. It will make the experience even more enjoyable. I would highly recommend to others.
You feel as though you are in a different world surrounded by woods and trees that are incredibly old.
Make sure that you check out a 3-ring binder which explains the different art works and their history. It will make the experience even more enjoyable. I would highly recommend to others.
Written November 25, 2013
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markabaddon
Apple Valley, MN199 contributions
Aug 2013 • Family
My father came in from the East Coast for a visit so I took him to this Art Park over the weekend. The grounds are immaculate and it really feels like you are in the middle of a secluded wood when you are on some of the paths, rather than a few feet from a major road.
The sculptures are interesting and thought provoking. I wish there was more information included on some of the pieces but many of them need no explanation.
I will say that some of the paths are a bit hilly and my father had some difficulty walking on them, so if you visit, be prepared for a slightly difficult walk and bring good shoes, but this is definitely a place in Eagan I would recommend visiting
The sculptures are interesting and thought provoking. I wish there was more information included on some of the pieces but many of them need no explanation.
I will say that some of the paths are a bit hilly and my father had some difficulty walking on them, so if you visit, be prepared for a slightly difficult walk and bring good shoes, but this is definitely a place in Eagan I would recommend visiting
Written August 7, 2013
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Heidi H
Eagan, MN98 contributions
Aug 2012 • Family
Caponi Art Park is a beautiful haven in the midst of busy city life. We really enjoy going for their Sunday Performance Series in the summer - they've had a number of phenomenal performers every summer. There's not much better than enjoying a great performance in a beautiful outdoor amphitheater! They also offer a Family Fun Tuesday program in the summer with short programs for kids. We've spent time after the programs walking through the park - it's like a scavenger hunt to walk the trails and see the various art installations. Cheryl and Tony Caponi and their staff are always very welcoming - it's a great place to enjoy summer and fall adventures!
Written October 3, 2012
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Caponi Art Park (Eagan) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Caponi Art Park
- Caponi Art Park is open:
- Tue - Sun 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Hotels near Caponi Art Park:
- (5.48 mi) TownePlace Suites by Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America
- (2.76 mi) Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Eagan
- (5.47 mi) AC Hotel Bloomington Mall of America
- (9.89 mi) Historic District BnB
- (3.03 mi) Hampton Inn Minneapolis / Eagan
- Restaurants near Caponi Art Park:
- (0.39 mi) China Gourmet
- (1.45 mi) Andiamo
- (0.57 mi) Eagan Arms Public House
- (3.25 mi) Doolittles Woodfire Grill
- (0.80 mi) Teresa's Mexican Restaurant