Madeline Island School of the Arts is a premier art and craft school located on a uniquely restored Wisconsin dairy farm surrounded by Lake Superior and the other twenty-one Apostle Islands. The Island has an art and craft tradition that dates back more than three hundred years during which time three different flags have flown on her shores.

MISA's outstanding workshops with well-appointed studios and lodging create an experience like none other. Just take the car ferry in Bayfield, WI and in twenty minutes youll slip into Island time. Or if you are flying to Duluth, MN take our airport shuttle to our front door. Let the magic of the Island inspire you!

Unique Island Setting

MISA is located on a peaceful, prairie meadow farm, on an Island that is unrivaled with its breathtaking views of other Apostle Islands, sea caves, beaches, and clear blue waters with bright skies. These twenty-two pristine Islands provide some of the most spectacular scenes for photographers and plein air painters.

Exceptional Workshops

Five-day workshops in writing, painting, quilting, photography, yoga and other genres are offered May through October. There is no standing faculty - instructors and students come to the school for the duration of their session.

Workshops in our light filled studios are small in size and are designed for beginning, intermediate, and advanced students--in many cases welcoming all three.

Our Facilities

MISA’s modern on-site lodging is adjacent to our apple orchard and the nearby workshop studios.  All facilities are climate controlled and there is Wi-Fi in every building.

We are known for our meals and hospitality—and are committed to excellence in service.

Online Registration is Easy

We have a streamlined system for online registration. You can book your class, lodging and meals at the same time with only a 20% deposit. We hope you will join us. If you have any questions, please contact us or call at 715.747.2054.

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