Art at the Refuge: Winter Solstice Lanterns

The winter solstice marks the longest night of the year, after which, we celebrate longer days to come! For wildlife, these darker days are a slower time to conserve energy and rest. Join us to take inspiration from wild creatures and relax while you decorate a winter solstice lantern! **Bring a clean, empty glass jar from home***or choose from a limited supply available. We love an “up-cycled” craft!

We’ll use scissors, school glue, paintbrushes and tissue paper to decorate our lanterns and each guest will receive a candle to take home to light in their lantern. This FREE drop-in program will take place between 10 a.m. – noon, or until supplies are gone. Please limit 1 lantern per person. Table-top instructions will be provided – it’s simple enough for anyone to participate and enjoy!

We estimate most participants will want 20-45 minutes to complete this activity. This program is part of the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge’s 100th Anniversary Interpretive Series!

The La Crosse District Visitor Center is located at N5727 County Road Z, Onalaska, WI 54650. Give us a call, 608-779-2399 with questions!