Coffee, Creativity, Community

Now Open at 102 W Superior St in Downtown Duluth Minnesota

Creativity Matters


We are all creative souls.

It is our belief that practicing and expressing creativity makes us happier and healthier people.

We also realize that it may not be simple or easy for everyone, and that like most things, it can take some practice.

Studio Café aims to help cultivate and enable expressing creativity in everyone by making it easy to get started with traditional arts and crafts mediums.

Sit for awhile.

Draw something, watercolor, sew, fold paper, crochet.

Let us make you a coffee, while you make something the world has never seen.

Our vision is to show the world that coffee shops can nurture the human soul.

Upcoming events.

Invite to Artist Salon: Supporting Rock of Ages Lighthouse Preservation
May
1

Invite to Artist Salon: Supporting Rock of Ages Lighthouse Preservation

Mary Hennessy, volunteer and board member of the Rock of Ages Lighthouse Preservation Society, is sponsoring an opportunity for artists to gather at the Studio Cafe and work to create a piece of Tiny Art to donate to the fall Tiny Art Auction.

Bring your materials, your creative energy, and spend time with your fellow artists surrounded by inspirational photos of this amazing lighthouse and Isle Royale National Park. There will be regular coffee (compliments of Studio Cafe), and snacks and a T-shirt raffle provided by Mary.

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Origami Club
May
2

Origami Club

Join us for Origami Club! Led by Origami Todd Olson. Beginners and advanced folders are welcome. Help Studio Cafe make 1000 paper cranes to hang in the shop.

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Studio Trio - Live Jazz
May
2

Studio Trio - Live Jazz

Jazz is an invaluable part of the American tradition. Brothers Chase & Haven Andersen alongside Pierce Ritchie, all students hailing from UMD, are keeping this tradition’s heart pumping here in Duluth. Join this Guitar, Piano & Bass trio every 1st and 3rd Friday night at Studio Cafe.

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Duluth.Art Launch Party
May
3

Duluth.Art Launch Party

CALLING ALL ARTISTS!

Join us for an official launch party of https://duluth.art at Studio Cafe, Saturday from 5pm - 7pm.

What is https://duluth.art ?

It is a website designed for connecting you to our community, and our community to you!

duluth.art is designed to Discover Duluth's vibrant art community. Browse local Duluth artists, find upcoming Duluth art shows and local gallery openings, and connect directly with local Duluth, MN artists in Northern Minnesota.

Why come to this launch party?

Artist Networking!

  • Meet other local artists, share stories, swap cards, paint or hangout together, share techniques & ideas!

Meet Paul!

  • Meet with Paul - https://www.mynameispaul.com/about - the designer of the site, to offer feedback, suggest features, and create a profile! (he’s a local artist and designer and he’s building this for the arts community in Duluth)

Community Canvas!

  • Contribute to one or two large paint canvases to commemorate this launch! We’ll have paints and other supplies ready for you :)

Free Drinks!

  • Studio Cafe is sponsoring a free drink of your choice to the first 10 people to sign up on the platform during the event!

Caffeinate for Pre-Homegrown Festivities!

  • Saturday May 3rd is a fantasical night for us in Duluth. Get your coffee on, do some painting and hanging, and get ready to hit the town.

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Origami Club
May
9

Origami Club

Join us for Origami Club! Led by Origami Todd Olson. Beginners and advanced folders are welcome. Help Studio Cafe make 1000 paper cranes to hang in the shop.

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Sci-fi Book Club
May
15

Sci-fi Book Club

This book club meets monthly to discuss compelling titles within this genre, which often contain very real, human stories. New members are always welcome.

We think we know the story of Humpty Dumpty, but do we really? What if, instead of falling, he was pushed, or shot? Follow Jack Spratt and his partner Mary Mary as they race to solve the case of the cracked egg, in Jasper Fforde's, 'The Big Over Easy.'

Hosted by the Duluth Public Library.

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Studio Trio - Live Jazz
May
16

Studio Trio - Live Jazz

Jazz is an invaluable part of the American tradition. Brothers Chase & Haven Andersen alongside Pierce Ritchie, all students hailing from UMD, are keeping this tradition’s heart pumping here in Duluth. Join this Guitar, Piano & Bass trio every 1st and 3rd Friday night at Studio Cafe.

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Type In!
May
31

Type In!

Bring your typewriter and join us for clickity-clackety hangs, writing, relishing in the soundscape of an entire cafe filled with typewriters, and an open mic to share what you've cathartically clacked into existence.

Don't have a typewriter? Perfect! We'll have typewriters for you to play with and try out.

Interested in buying or selling a typewriter? This might be a good opportunity!

Have a typewriter that barely works, is limping along, or needs new ribbon? You might find someone that can help you!

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Group Too
Jun
1

Group Too

Bob & Carol serenade us with the sounds of americana folk rock, blues, and some lovely originals. Your foot’ll be tappin’ and your body swayin’ to these sweet sounds.

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Sci-fi Book Club
Jun
12

Sci-fi Book Club

This book club meets monthly to discuss compelling titles within this genre, which often contain very real, human stories. New members are always welcome.

This month's book is 'Annihilation' by Jeff VanderMeer.

About the book: Area X has been cut off from the rest of the world for decades. Nature has reclaimed the last vestiges of human civilization. The first expedition returned with reports of a pristine, Edenic landscape; the second expedition ended in mass suicide, the third in a hail of gunfire as its members turned on one another.

Hosted by the Duluth Public Library.

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Poly/Queer Brunch & Munch
Apr
26

Poly/Queer Brunch & Munch

Participants can drop in, mingle and build local community connections in a laid-back space with pastries and beverages. This social event is aimed towards polyamorous and queer individuals hoping to chat with other folks from the Twin Ports area. Some discussion prompts and optional activities are provided.

The event is open to both those practicing polyamory and individuals interested in learning.

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Type In!
Apr
25

Type In!

Bring your typewriter and join us for clickity-clackety hangs, writing, relishing in the soundscape of an entire cafe filled with typewriters, and an open mic to share what you've cathartically clacked into existence.

Don't have a typewriter? Perfect! We'll have typewriters for you to play with and try out.

Interested in buying or selling a typewriter? This might be a good opportunity!

Have a typewriter that barely works, is limping along, or needs new ribbon? You might find someone that can help you!

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Origami Club
Apr
25

Origami Club

Join us for Origami Club! Led by Origami Todd Olson. Beginners and advanced folders are welcome. Help Studio Cafe make 1000 paper cranes to hang in the shop.

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Studio Trio - Live Jazz
Apr
18

Studio Trio - Live Jazz

Jazz is an invaluable part of the American tradition. Brothers Chase & Haven Andersen alongside Pierce Ritchie, all students hailing from UMD, are keeping this tradition’s heart pumping here in Duluth. Join this Guitar, Piano & Bass trio every 1st and 3rd Friday night at Studio Cafe.

View Event →
Origami Club
Apr
18

Origami Club

Join us for Origami Club! Led by Origami Todd Olson. Beginners and advanced folders are welcome. Help Studio Cafe make 1000 paper cranes to hang in the shop.

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Sun Ripened Fun Ideas: Full Moon Book Release & Grand Performance
Apr
12

Sun Ripened Fun Ideas: Full Moon Book Release & Grand Performance

Robert Wildwood celebrates the release of his poetry collection, “Sun Ripened Fun Ideas,” on the day of the full moon. The poetry is paired together with a musical ensemble of poets, including Jesscribe the Vibe, Jade, Moss Kupper, and Nearly Famous Dave.

Sun Ripened Fun Ideas: Volumes One & Two in a single book shares 200 pages of poetry centering “working-class parenting life in Duluth.” Free book for everyone in attendance. No joke.

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Type In!
Mar
28

Type In!

Bring your typewriter and join us for clickity-clackety hangs, writing, relishing in the soundscape of an entire cafe filled with typewriters, and an open mic to share what you've cathartically clacked into existence.

Don't have a typewriter? Perfect! We'll have typewriters for you to play with and try out.

Interested in buying or selling a typewriter? This might be a good opportunity!

Have a typewriter that barely works, is limping along, or needs new ribbon? You might find someone that can help you!

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Origami Club
Mar
28

Origami Club

Join us for Origami Club! Led by Origami Todd Olson. Beginners and advanced folders are welcome. Help Studio Cafe make 1000 paper cranes to hang in the shop.

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Paint Hangs!
Mar
22

Paint Hangs!

Every Saturday at Studio Cafe from 11:00a - 1:00p! Facilitated by local artist Nan Montgomery. Bring some paints, or use what we have. Some dedicated time to spend painting alongside others. A great opportunity to start from scratch or practice painting habits.

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Studio Trio - Live Jazz
Mar
21

Studio Trio - Live Jazz

Jazz is an invaluable part of the American tradition. Brothers Chase & Haven Andersen alongside Pierce Ritchie, all students hailing from UMD, are keeping this tradition’s heart pumping here in Duluth. Join this Guitar, Piano & Bass trio every 1st and 3rd Friday night at Studio Cafe.

View Event →
Origami Club
Mar
21

Origami Club

Join us for Origami Club! Led by Origami Todd Olson. Beginners and advanced folders are welcome. Help Studio Cafe make 1000 paper cranes to hang in the shop.

View Event →
Paint Hangs!
Mar
15

Paint Hangs!

Every Saturday at Studio Cafe from 11:00a - 1:00p! Facilitated by local artist Nan Montgomery. Bring some paints, or use what we have. Some dedicated time to spend painting alongside others. A great opportunity to start from scratch or practice painting habits.

View Event →
Origami Club
Mar
14

Origami Club

Join us for Origami Club! Led by Origami Todd Olson. Beginners and advanced folders are welcome. Help Studio Cafe make 1000 paper cranes to hang in the shop.

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