Henderson – We Are Water MN

Ney Nature Center 28238 Nature Center Ln, Henderson, MN, United States

The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories, histories, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water, exposes visitors to new perspectives, and increases participation in water stewardship activities.

Free

Maplewood – Feeding Our Soul: The Essence of Asian Joy

Pan Asian Center 3001 White Bear Ave, Maplewood, United States

As part of our Feeding Our Souls: The Essence of Cultural Joy series, the Minnesota Humanities Center invites you to an engaging Night Market Pop-Up learning experience celebrating the stories, sounds, and street foods that bring communities and neighborhoods together.

Free

Rochester – Sketches of Minnesota

Rochester Art Center 30 Civic Drive SE Ste 120, Rochester, MN, United States

Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and Rochester Art Center for the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events use laughter and comedy to celebrate Minnesota communities, promote dialogue, bridge divides, and help find ways to work constructively across differences in today’s political environment.

Free

Minneapolis – Sketches of Minnesota

Center for Performing Arts 3754 Pleasant Ave S, Minneapolis, United States

Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and Kingfield Neighborhood Association for the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events use laughter and comedy to celebrate Minnesota communities, promote dialogue, bridge divides, and help find ways to work constructively across differences in today’s political environment.

Free

Online Content Session – Era One: Indigenous Histories

Online
Virtual Event

Explore the histories of America’s first peoples before European contact and connect them to the lived experiences of Indigenous communities today. Led by Dr. Brenda Child and moderated by Dr. Katharine Gerbner, this session will provide deep historical context, source analysis, and thematic framing.

Free

St. Paul – Minnesota Writers Off the Page: Mubanga Kalimamukwento

Black Garnet Books 1319 University Ave W, St. Paul, United States

Join us for a special evening with Mubanga Kalimamukwento, author of “Obligations to the Wounded,” winner of this year’s Minnesota Book Award for novel/short story.

Free

Red Wing – Minnesota Children’s Book Festival

Anderson Center at Tower View 163 Tower View Drive, Red Wing, MN, United States

The Anderson Center at Tower View is pleased to announce that the 26th annual Minnesota Children's Book Festival. This beloved event features presentations of new books by award-winning authors and illustrators writing for young readers through middle grade.

Free

St. Paul – Headscarf Story Circle Gathering

Minnesota Humanities Event Center 987 Ivy Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN, United States

The Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) is excited to host Headscarf Story Circle – a series of offerings that recognize the strength and resiliency of women. Join us for our fourth offering as we gather together through the shared connection of the headscarf and its complexity.

Free

Winona – Shorelines and Storylines: An Artist Gathering

Minnesota Marine Art Museum 800 Riverview Drive, Winona, United States

Join us for a special evening of reflection, story, and shared warmth around the fire (weather permitting). This gathering offers an opportunity to connect with the artists of Once Upon A Shore through a special panel conversation moderated by guest exhibition curator, Heid E. Erdrich.

Free

Deerwood – Sketches of Minnesota

Clearwater Forest Camp and Retreat Center 16595 Crooked Lake Rd, Deerwood, MN, United States

"Clear Lakes. Deep Woods. One Community." Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and Clearwater Forest Camp and Retreat Center for the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events use laughter and comedy to celebrate Minnesota communities, promote dialogue, bridge divides, and help find ways to work constructively across differences in today’s political environment.

Free

Rosemount – Sketches of Minnesota

Rosemount Steeple Center 14375 S Robert Trail, Rosemount, MN, United States

Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and City of Rosemount for the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events use laughter and comedy to celebrate Minnesota communities, promote dialogue, bridge divides, and help find ways to work constructively across differences in today’s political environment.

Free

Fergus Falls – Sketches of Minnesota

A Center for the Arts 124 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls, MN, United States

Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and City of Fergus Falls for the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events use laughter and comedy to celebrate Minnesota communities, promote dialogue, bridge divides, and help find ways to work constructively across differences in today’s political environment.

Free