Winter Lights photography by Todd Mulvihill, APS.
Select a session:
Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, 5-7 p.m. or 7-9 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024, 5-7 p.m. or 7-9 p.m.
$25 member/$45 non-member, includes special access Arboretum Winter Lights display admission
Program location: Visitor Center - Great Hall
Adult 18+
The Arboretum's mesmerizing Winter Lights display opens for four limited-admission, special-access photographer-only sessions!
At the Photographer Nights:
- A limit of 100 photographer-only visitors per session ensures a quality photographing experience.
- The Arboretum’s normal "no-tripods" rule is suspended for these nights only.
- This premier experience provides ample time for long exposures.
- Photograph and experiment at your leisure.
- Spend time with other photographers and photography enthusiasts.
- Use the hashtag #winterlightsarbmn to post a favorite image from the evening for possible exposure on the Arboretum's Instagram and Facebook pages!
Suggested equipment to bring with you:
- DSLR, mirrorless camera, or high quality bridge camera
- Tripod
- Lenses of your choice
- Sturdy shoes for walking and shooting over uneven ground and snow
- Warm clothing and gloves for winter weather
- Headlamp with a red bulb or small flashlight to protect your night vision (optional)
- Hand warmers (optional)
- Personal snack/beverage (optional)
Weather: This event will run with snow or cold, but a rain date may be scheduled if rain or sleet is imminent or a National Weather Service Winter Weather Warning has been issued.
You will receive a bar-code ticket for entry to the Arboretum in your email purchase confirmation. Your ticket is valid for entry on the day of your class. Present your ticket to the gate attendant as you enter the Arboretum. You may stay at the Arboretum after class as long as you want during our operating hours.
