Logo with the text 'Elm Tree Stories' in brown cursive font.

The Elm Tree Story Booth is a traveling ten-foot, hand-built elm-shaped tree phone booth. It is retrofitted with a digital recording device open for public discourse on personal interactions with nature.

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The Elm Tree Story Booth in front of Betty Dangers in Minneapolis, MN

Surly Brewing Company

Mississippi Market Coop

Mill City Museum

Mississippi Watershed Management Organization

National Eagle Center

Minnesota Science Museum

Standing Cedars Land Conservancy

Caponi Art Park

Franconia Sculpture Park

University of St Thomas

The Acreage

Dual Citizen Brewing

White Bear Center for the Arts

Surly Brewing Company Mississippi Market Coop Mill City Museum Mississippi Watershed Management Organization National Eagle Center Minnesota Science Museum Standing Cedars Land Conservancy Caponi Art Park Franconia Sculpture Park University of St Thomas The Acreage Dual Citizen Brewing White Bear Center for the Arts

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WHERE IS THE TREE?

WHERE IS THE TREE?

THE ACREAGE

2585 WI–35
Osceola WI, 54020

Step into The Elm Tree Story Booth, nestled within The Gallery at The Acreage—home base for the tree between travels. If you catch the tree during any of their vibrant events, take a moment to visit the booth, share your story, and help us celebrate the wonder of the natural world through story sharing.

Story Prompt: “Share your first moment of awe in nature”

JAN. 1 - MAR. 2 2026

MWMO

2522 Marshall St. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418

We are thrilled to be returning to the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization in the spring to once again record stories about the beautiful Mississippi River. Your stories will help the MWMO better understand what the river means to you.

Story Prompt: "Share an experience you've had with the Mississippi River.

MAR. 2 - JUN. 1 2026

Northwest passage gallery

7417 N Bass Lake Road, Webster, WI 54893

Visit InaNewLight Gallery, displaying the photography of the youth of Northwest Passage from their therapeutic photography program that harnesses the power of art and nature, empowering young people who are struggling with mental health issues to perceive themselves through a lens of strength and awe-inspiring accomplishments.

Story Prompt: "TBD"

JUN. 1 - SEP. 14 2026

THE ACREAGE

2585 WI–35
Osceola WI, 54020

Step into The Elm Tree Story Booth, nestled within The Gallery at The Acreage—home base for the tree between travels. If you catch the tree during any of their vibrant events, take a moment to visit the booth, share your story, and help us celebrate the wonder of the natural world through story sharing.

Story Prompt: “Share your first moment of Awe in nature”

SEP. 14 - NOV. 1 2026
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Book the Elm Tree Story Booth

If you're interested in learning more about the Elm Tree Story Booth or hosting the tree at a specific site or during an event, please complete the Contact Form, and someone will connect with you directly. The tree measures base, 55" x 68" height, 10.5', and requires an 11' ceiling for clearance. The tree can be outside but needs to be under an awning or roofline and may require access to an electrical outlet. Treehaus Studio will facilitate the tree's drop-off, placement, and pick-up.

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