Poet Stefan Lovasik is the next featured author in our new Minnesota Writers Series. His most recent poetry collection, The Latitude of a Mercy, was published by New York Quarterly Books.
Join us on Wednesday, February 8, to celebrate the release of David Mura's new book, "The Stories Whiteness Tells Itself: Racial Myths and Our American Narratives", released in January of 2023 by University of Minnesota Press. Following a reading of selections from the new book, Mura will be joined by his friend and fellow writer Alexs Pate for a discussion on dismantling the myth of whiteness.
Recent events and protests in Iran have catapulted human rights and feminist issues onto the world stage, and yet these movements in Iran are not new. Join Dr. Yalda Hamidi (Minnesota State University, Mankato) and a special guest panel as they reflect on the Iranian feminist revolution of 2022 and the politics of solidarity, care, and transnational feminism.
The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines three ways of knowing water: personal stories, historical content, and scientific information. Visitors can explore stories both local and statewide and share their own stories of water’s importance in their life.
"Why Treaties Matter: Self-Government in the Dakota and Ojibwe Nations” explores relationships between Dakota and Ojibwe Indian Nations and the U.S. government in this place we now call Minnesota.
The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks blows away the myths we learned about the “tired seamstress” who gave up her seat on the bus. The only thing she was tired of was injustice. Join us for a screening of The Rebellious Life of Rosa Parks, featuring a discussion after the film moderated by Kevin Lindsey.
In celebration of National Poetry Month, join Minnesota’s Poet Laureate Gwen Westerman, at a poetry gathering just for poets. Hear about Gwen’s vision for poetry across the state, get connected to other poets, and let your creativity loose with some writing time.
The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines three ways of knowing water: personal stories, historical content, and scientific information. Visitors can explore stories both local and statewide and share their own stories of water’s importance in their life.
Join the Minnesota Humanities Center for a celebration on the lawn honoring Children’s Book Week, with guest author readings, book art workshops, story walks, games, crafts, book sales, and special giveaways.
Did you know that Minnesota youth are the only youth in the nation that have an official voice in legislation? Join us on May 16th to learn about the four key initiatives of the Minnesota Youth Council (MYC) and the work they have done this legislative session in pursuit of a just and equitable Minnesota.
Join renowned philosopher and social critic Dr. Cornel West and social impact strategist and professional disruptor Ifeoma Ike in Minneapolis in a collaborative event with our partners Westminster Town Hall Forum and Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers. Minnesota Public Radio Host Angela Davis will serve as our moderator for the “ARC Toward Justice” event.
Educators in the Coleraine area are invited to attend Teaching American Indian Content to All at Greenway High School — two days of multiple classes covering all teaching grade levels and subjects. CEUs are available for participating educators.