Monarch Festival combines science and art at Lake Nokomis
Monarch butterflies are getting ready to spread their wings and take flight on a long journey to Mexico and Saturday will be the 16th annual Monarch Festival at Lake Nokomis Naturescape Garden. The festival is perfect for those who love butterflies, native plants, music and art. The Minneapolis Monarch Festival is free to attend and will be Saturday, Sept. 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.