BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Minnesota Humanities Center - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Minnesota Humanities Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.mnhum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Minnesota Humanities Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20250905T015930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T194402Z UID:10000568-1762606800-1762612200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Cloud - Reconstruction Destructed Film & Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:To understand the challenges African Americans still face in being seen as full citizens in America today\, it is important for us to understand the origin story of the path of formerly enslaved people becoming citizens. The past is not dead; it is not even really the past. \nThis film\, created with our movie production partner OMG Studios\, features Federal Minnesota District Court Judge Jerry Blackwell\, author of Just Mercy and prominent civil rights attorney Bryan Stevenson\, Macalester University Professor Duchess Harris\, and a cameo by Minnesota’s First Lady of Civil Rights\, Dr. Josie Johnson. \nK-12 educators will receive 2 clock hours. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-cloud-reconstruction-destructed-film-community-conversation/ LOCATION:Atwood Memorial Center\, St. Cloud University\, 720 4th Ave. South\, St. Cloud\, MN\, 56301\, United States CATEGORIES:Film Screening,Free,Professional Development,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_reconstruction_deconstructed_screening_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20250911T190029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T160029Z UID:10000569-1762693200-1762698600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Reconstruction Destructed Film & Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:To understand the challenges African Americans still face in being seen as full citizens in America today\, it is important for us to understand the origin story of the path of formerly enslaved people becoming citizens. The past is not dead; it is not even really the past. \nThis film\, created with our movie production partner OMG Studios\, features Federal Minnesota District Court Judge Jerry Blackwell\, author of Just Mercy and prominent civil rights attorney Bryan Stevenson\, Macalester University Professor Duchess Harris\, and a cameo by Minnesota’s First Lady of Civil Rights\, Dr. Josie Johnson. \nK-12 educators will receive 2 clock hours. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-reconstruction-destructed-film-community-conversation/ LOCATION:Wilder Foundation\, 451 Lexington Pkwy N.\, St. Paul\, 55104\, United States CATEGORIES:Film Screening,Free,Professional Development,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_reconstruction_deconstructed_screening_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20251007T173858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T173858Z UID:10000588-1763037000-1763046000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online - Beyond Learning from Place: Featuring Native Governance Center DESCRIPTION:Beyond Learning from Place workshops offer participants supplemental learning opportunities after attending a Learning from Place experience. This session is designed to support Bdote trip participants as well as anyone seeking guidance in developing authentic\, respectful relationships with Native Nations. \nWe are excited to partner with Native Governance Center to host this Beyond Learning from Place online workshop. \nWorkshop Overview:\nAction Planning and Engagement for Accomplices \nJoin Native Governance Center\, a Native-led nonprofit\, for a practical and interactive session on building authentic partnerships and taking actionable next steps. This workshop will equip participants with tools for creating supportive action steps using Native Governance Center’s action planning framework. Attendees will also learn how to prepare themselves and understand protocol before partnering with Native Nations. While rooted in working with Native Nations and communities\, these tools can also support meaningful engagement with other groups. \nExpect real-life examples and plenty of opportunities for discussion in a welcoming\, beginner-friendly space. \nLearning Objectives\nParticipants will: \n\nDeepen their understanding of how to prepare for and approach partnerships with Native Nations\, with principles that can inform engagement in other contexts.\nGain practical tools for developing personal or organizational action steps using NGC’s action planning framework.\nExchange ideas with fellow participants in small groups to refine and inspire their own action steps.\n\nNative Governance Center Presenters: \n\nCree Rose Dueker (Chippewa Cree Tribe): Program Manager for Community Engagement\nJessica Glidden (Boise Forte Band of Chippewa): Program Manager for Leadership Development\n\nK-12 Educators will receive 2.5 clock hours. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-beyond-learning-from-place-featuring-native-governance-center/ LOCATION:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-beyond-learning-from-place-featuring-native-governance-center/ CATEGORIES:Free,K-12 Education,Online,Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/event_beyond_lfp_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20250812T161409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171047Z UID:10000549-1763049600-1763055000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online Pedagogy Session - Era Three: Freedom\, Unfreedom\, and Revolution DESCRIPTION:Analyze revolutionary movements and founding documents to understand how ideas of freedom and justice evolved in the United States. Using content and sources from Dr. Daina Ramey Berry\, Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) Social Studies Specialist Brittany Rawson-Haeg and experienced classroom educators will lead this hands-on workshop supporting high school U.S. History teachers in designing inquiry-based\, standards-aligned units. \nAll Pedagogy Sessions will be conducted via Zoom. Educators who participate in all Pedagogy Sessions will leave the year with a complete U.S. History course aligned to the new standards. \nEducators are invited to participate in companion Content Sessions. \nRegistration\nPedagogy Sessions are designed for high school U.S. History teachers and may also be relevant for 5th and 7th grade educators. Educators are welcome to register for individual sessions that align with their interests and schedules. Join us for one or more sessions throughout the year. \nThis event is free but registration is required. Separate registration is required for each offering. \nRegistration Questions: Brittany.Rawson-Haeg@state.mn.us \nRegister Now \nThis offering is part of Navigating the U.S. History Eras: Content\, Pedagogy\, and Inquiry in the Classroom is a yearlong professional learning opportunity supporting implementation of Minnesota’s 2021 K–12 Academic Standards in Social Studies presented by MHC and MDE. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-pedagogy-session-era-three/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Academic Standards,Free,K-12 Education,Online,Pedagogy Sessions,Professional Development,Social Studies Standards,US History Eras ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_us_history_pedagogy_session_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20251003T115939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T222917Z UID:10000586-1763208000-1763217000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Rochester - Headscarf Story Circle Series DESCRIPTION: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 first of three offerings in Rochester as we gather together through the shared connection of the headscarf and its complexity. “Women Balancing Entrepreneurship and their own Wellness” is the theme. \nThis event is co-hosted by Rochester Women Magazine with Tawonda Burk\, Publisher/Owner and features inspiring speakers from the Rochester community. \nThe Host Partner: Tawonda Burks\, ABD\, MBA is an educator\, entrepreneur\, and community leader dedicated to advancing economic opportunity and equity. She is the owner and publisher of Rochester Women Magazine\, founder of the Minority Owned Business Foundation\, and CEO of ELOCINA. Through her work\, Tawonda champions entrepreneurship\, leadership\, and wealth-building across Southeast Minnesota. \nThe Keynote Speaker: Psalms T. Frye is the Founder and Owner of Peace and Compassion Birth Services\, LLC and an advocate for black maternal health justice. Psalms has been a DONA certified birth doula for 5 years and is also a certified lactation counselor (CLC). She holds a Master’s in Business Administration and a Master’s in Theological Studies from Liberty University. She is married to Sidney Frye I and is a homeschool mom to their six children. Psalms enjoys hiking at National Parks with her family\, reading books on parenting\, and learning new things about birth that she can share with her clients to help them have an empowered birth experience. \nSpeaker: Manal Abbadi is a Senior Program Coordinator at Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center\, where she assists with the development and implementation of evidence-based\, community-informed strategies aimed at advancing cancer education\, prevention\, and research participation among populations across the Midwest. With a background in legal advocacy and a strong foundation in community-based programming\, she specializes in stakeholder engagement\, health equity\, and project management. Her work focuses on building sustainable\, trust-based partnerships that address cancer disparities and ensure community voices are embedded throughout the research continuum. Manal is a mother to young children\, who keep her active and engaged in their daily activities. \nSpeaker: Asha Aden is a Rochester resident committed to equity\, love\, and justice. She graduated from Luther College in 2020 with degrees in political science and religion. As an engaged member of the Rochester community\, Asha is passionate about intersectional and interfaith work\, which form the foundation of her activism and personal belief. She is committed to continuous learning and unlearning. \nGuests are encouraged to wear a headscarf or head dress that is symbolic of anything from a fashion statement\, cultural identity\, health related\, or memories\, and beliefs. \nLearn More About Headscarf Story Circles\nLearn more about Headscarf Story Circles program in this video produced by the Minnesota Humanities Center.\n  \n\n\n  \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/rochester-headscarf-story-circle-series/ LOCATION:Rochester Area Economic Development Inc (RAEDI)\, 221 1st Ave SW\, Suite 600\, Rochester\, 55902\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Greater Minnesota,Headscarf Story Circle,Immersive Experiences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/event_headscarf_story_circle_series_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T083000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20251001T151929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T180918Z UID:10000580-1763537400-1763541000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online - Digging Into Disciplinary Sources K-12 DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify\, evaluate\, and integrate disciplinary sources effectively. This session will provide strategies for engaging students with primary and secondary sources to develop their disciplinary literacy skills. \nThe Minnesota Department of Education\, in partnership with the Minnesota Humanities Center\, will host virtual and in-person sessions to support planning for and implementation of the 2021 K-12 Academic Standards in Social Studies\, held monthly during the 2025–26 school year. These sessions are open to anyone with building or district-level responsibilities for curriculum planning and development in all social studies content areas\, including curriculum directors\, department leads\, and teachers. Pre-registration is required for in-person sessions. \nVirtual sessions will have content similar to in-person sessions\, and whenever possible will feature the same speakers. \nIn-person sessions will be an hour longer than virtual sessions and will allow time for supported collaborative work and networking. \nWhile districts are encouraged to have a representative at each monthly session\, either in-person or virtual\, participants do not need to commit to attending all nine sessions. Participants are also welcome to attend either session type throughout the year\, as is best suited to their needs and schedule. \nK-12 educators will receive 1 clock hour. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: brittany.rawson-haeg@state.mn.us \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-digging-into-disciplinary-sources-k-12/ LOCATION:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-digging-into-disciplinary-sources-k-12/ CATEGORIES:Free,K-12 Education,Online,Professional Development,Social Studies Curriculum Leaders Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/event_social_studies_standards.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20250930T151653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T180431Z UID:10000579-1763575200-1763584200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul – Celebrating Native Language and Culture Through the Joy of Games DESCRIPTION:Put the cellphones away and join us for an evening of fun\, food\, and cultural connection. This National Native American Heritage Month\, the Minnesota Humanities Center welcomes Tony Drews and Nashke Native Games for a lively\, intergenerational game night. \nUnlike mainstream board games that reflect dominant cultural experiences\, Nashke Native Games center Ojibwe language\, stories\, and values\, offering a playful way to engage with culture\, strengthen family and community bonds\, and support language preservation. The evening begins with a light dinner from Trickster Tacos and conversation from 6:00–6:30 p.m.\, followed by games starting at 6:30 p.m. \nAs part of the evening\, guests will also have a chance to participate in a raffle for prizes\, including items from Nashke Native Games and books from Native American Lives\, the Minnesota Humanities Center’s biography series highlighting Native voices. One title\, “Charles Albert Bender: National Baseball Hall of Fame Pitcher\,” tells the story of Bender and his passion for baseball – a reminder that games\, in all forms\, bring people together. \nEducators and cultural leaders will discover practical ideas for integrating play into classrooms and community work. Whether you come with family\, friends\, or on your own\, you’ll leave with new words\, fresh insights\, and a deeper appreciation for the power of play in preserving culture and fostering connection. Everyone is welcome—families\, educators\, and community members ages 10 and up. \nK-12 Educators will receive 2 clock hours. \nRegistration\nRegistration for this event has SOLD OUT. Please join the waitlist. If a spot becomes available\, we will contact you in the order received. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nJoin the Waitlist URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-celebrating-native-language-and-culture-through-the-joy-of-games/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:CEUs/Clock Hours,Free,Immersive Experiences,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/event_native_game_night_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20251001T151938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T190619Z UID:10000581-1763629200-1763636400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Digging Into Disciplinary Sources K-12 DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify\, evaluate\, and integrate disciplinary sources effectively. This session will provide strategies for engaging students with primary and secondary sources to develop their disciplinary literacy skills. \nThe Minnesota Department of Education\, in partnership with the Minnesota Humanities Center\, will host virtual and in-person sessions to support planning for and implementation of the 2021 K-12 Academic Standards in Social Studies\, held monthly during the 2025–26 school year. These sessions are open to anyone with building or district-level responsibilities for curriculum planning and development in all social studies content areas\, including curriculum directors\, department leads\, and teachers. Pre-registration is required for in-person sessions. \nVirtual sessions will have content similar to in-person sessions\, and whenever possible will feature the same speakers. \nIn-person sessions will be an hour longer than virtual sessions and will allow time for supported collaborative work and networking. \nWhile districts are encouraged to have a representative at each monthly session\, either in-person or virtual\, participants do not need to commit to attending all nine sessions. Participants are also welcome to attend either session type throughout the year\, as is best suited to their needs and schedule. \nK-12 educators will receive 2 clock hours. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: brittany.rawson-haeg@state.mn.us \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minneapolis-digging-into-disciplinary-sources-k-12/ LOCATION:Minnesota Department of Education\, 400 NE Stinson Blvd\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,K-12 Education,Professional Development,Social Studies Curriculum Leaders Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/event_social_studies_standards.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20250422T212609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T220410Z UID:10000506-1763769600-1769990399@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Bloomington - We Are Water MN DESCRIPTION: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. \nHost Partner: Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge \nWant to know more about We Are Water MN?\nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/bloomington-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Bloomington Education and Visitor Center\, 3815 American Blvd E\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Exhibit,Free,Kid Friendly,Public Programs,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251124T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251124T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20251110T205704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T144946Z UID:10000602-1764007200-1764014400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - From Mountains to Lakes: Celebrate HERstory DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center and Hnub Tshiab: Hmong Women Achieving Together (HWAT) as we celebrate with Kaohly Vang Her a defining moment in St. Paul and Hmong history\, the election of Her as St. Paul’s first women and first Hmong mayor. From refugee beginnings to civic leadership\, the Hmong story is one of strength\, courage\, and transformation. Together\, we will enjoy food\, hear from inspiring speakers and performers\, and reflect on what this moment means for all of us. \nProgram\n6:00pm: Social and Appetizers\n6:30pm: Program Begins\n7:45pm: Photos with St. Paul Mayor Elect Kaohly Vang Her\n8:00pm: Program Concludes \nRegistration\nRegistration for this event has closed. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-from-mountains-to-lakes-celebrate-herstory/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Immersive Experiences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/event_mountains_lakes_her_story_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MayKao Fredericks":MAILTO:maykao@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20250812T162227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171145Z UID:10000545-1764691200-1764696600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online Content Session - Era Four: Imperial Expansion and Native Dispossession DESCRIPTION:Trace the effects of U.S. expansion on Native nations and examine how policies of land seizure and sovereignty denial shaped the 19th century. Led by Dr. David Aiona Chang and moderated by Dr. Katharine Gerbner\, this session will provide deep historical context\, source analysis\, and thematic framing.\n\n\nView Dr. David Aiona Chang’s Bio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nI am a Native Hawaiian historian of Indigenous people\, colonialism\, borders and migration in Hawaii and North America\, focusing especially on the histories of Native American and Native Hawaiian people. My work moves between hyperlocal and global scales while centering the perspectives and experiences of Indigenous people and integrating close textual analysis\, granular social history\, theoretically informed analysis of race\, gender\, sexuality and nationalism\, and Indigenous epistemologies and methodologies.   \n\n\n\nMy second book\, The World and All the Things Upon It: Native Hawaiian Geographies of Exploration was published in 2016 by the University of Minnesota Press. It speaks to a foundational imperative in Indigenous studies: the need to not just understand Indigenous people from their own perspectives\, but to understand the world from their perspectives as well. It traces the ways that Kanaka Maoli (Native Hawaiians) explored the outside world and generated understandings of their place in it in the century and half after James Cook stumbled on their islands in 1778. In doing so\, this book examines indigenous people as the active agents of global exploration\, rather than the passive objects of that exploration\, broadening our understanding of geographical knowledge production and power in the context of colonialism.  \n\n\n\nMy first book\, The Color of the Land\, argues for the central place of struggles over the ownership of Native American lands in the history of racial and national construction by Creeks\, African Americans\, and whites in the Creek Nation and eastern Oklahoma. The Color of the Land was awarded the 2010 Theodore Saloutos Prize for best book in agricultural history from the Agricultural History Society and was granted Honorable Mention in the competition for the American Studies Association’s 2011 Lora Romero First Book Prize.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll Content Sessions will be conducted via Zoom and a Minnesota Department of Education (MDE)-hosted Canvas learning community. Each session’s lectures and discussions will be recorded and registered participants will receive access to the Canvas course with session recordings\, curated resources\, and collaborative planning tools. \n\nHigh school U.S. History teachers and 5th and 7th grade educators are invited to participate in companion Pedagogy Sessions. \n\nRegistration\nContent Sessions are open to all K–12 educators interested in historical content and source-based instruction. Educators are welcome to register for individual sessions that align with their interests and schedules. Join us for one or more sessions throughout the year. \n\nThis event is free but registration is required. Separate registration is required for each offering. \n\nRegistration Questions: Brittany.Rawson-Haeg@state.mn.us \n\nRegister Now \n\nThis offering is part of Navigating the U.S. History Eras: Content\, Pedagogy\, and Inquiry in the Classroom is a yearlong professional learning opportunity supporting implementation of Minnesota’s 2021 K–12 Academic Standards in Social Studies presented by MHC and MDE. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-content-session-era-four/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Academic Standards,Content Sessions,Free,K-12 Education,Online,Professional Development,Social Studies Standards,US History Eras ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_us_history_content_session_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20251104T220056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T135659Z UID:10000601-1764748800-1764777600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - From Mountains to Lakes: The Museums We Carry DESCRIPTION:Across mountains\, oceans\, generations\, and borders\, the Hmong people have carried songs\, textiles\, and rituals that tell the stories of their identity for hundreds of years. Elders serve as living museums\, passing knowledge from one generation to the next. Yet what happens when that transfer is disrupted\, when younger generations reach for knowledge through the internet or AI\, without understanding that Hmong truths live in many forms\, shaped by clan\, dialect\, nationalism\, and landscapes across the globe? \nFrom Mountains to Lakes: The Museums We Carry is a daylong retreat that brings together Hmong cultural bearers\, educators\, and community leaders to examine the dangers of cultural extinction and explore collective ways to preserve identity. Held at the Hoċokata Ti Cultural Center\, participants will engage in a guided learning experience led by members of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community\, reflecting on how Indigenous peoples sustain culture\, language\, and identity across generations. The retreat concludes with a collective reflection on the challenges ahead and a call to action to carry these living museums forward together. \nAgenda: \n\n8:00am Check-in at Minnesota Humanities Center\, light continental breakfast will be served (8:00am – 8:45am)\n8:45am Load Bus\n9:00am Travel to Hocokata Ti Culture Center (Shakopee\, MN)\n9:45am Culture & Exhibit Tour (indoor & outdoor)\nNoon Indigenous Lunch & Culture Exchange Panel Discussion\n2:00pm Depart Hocokata Ti Culture Center and return to MHC\n3:00pm Reflection\n4:00pm Adjourn\n\nK-12 Educators will receive 4 clock hours. Participants are welcome to wear traditional clothing. \nRegistration\nRegistration for this event has SOLD OUT. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-from-mountains-to-lakes-the-museums-we-carry/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:CEUs/Clock Hours,Free,Immersive Experiences,Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/event_musuems_we_carry.png ORGANIZER;CN="MayKao Fredericks":MAILTO:maykao@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20251113T200624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T200624Z UID:10000603-1765191600-1765200600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Feeding Our Souls: The Essence of Hotdish Wisdom DESCRIPTION:Feeding Our Souls the Essence of “Hotdish Wisdom” explores the themes of connecting and joy through food and community. Our partners for this unique intergeneration experience will feature BIPOC Foodways Alliance (BFA)\, the Minneapolis Public Schools\, and the Sabathani Community Center. BFA will feature five “home cooks” who will tell their stories through the lens of home cooking. Through story circles\, the event is aimed to uplift and share important cultural legacy stories and histories as elders and students enjoy five distinguished renditions of the comfort food – “hotdish.” \nRegistration\nRegistration is limited to senior citizens for this event. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minneapolis-feeding-our-souls-the-essence-of-hotdish-wisdom/ LOCATION:Sabathani Community Center\, 310 E 38th St\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States CATEGORIES:Feeding Our Souls,Free,Immersive Experiences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/event_feeding_our_souls_hotdish_wisdom_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20250812T162208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171040Z UID:10000550-1766073600-1766079000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online Pedagogy Session – Era Four: Imperial Expansion and Native Dispossession DESCRIPTION:Trace the effects of U.S. expansion on Native nations and examine how policies of land seizure and sovereignty denial shaped the 19th century. Using content and sources from Dr. David Aiona Chang\, Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) Social Studies Specialist Brittany Rawson-Haeg and experienced classroom educators will lead this hands-on workshop supporting high school U.S. History teachers in designing inquiry-based\, standards-aligned units. \nAll Pedagogy Sessions will be conducted via Zoom. Educators who participate in all Pedagogy Sessions will leave the year with a complete U.S. History course aligned to the new standards. \nEducators are invited to participate in companion Content Sessions. \nRegistration\nPedagogy Sessions are designed for high school U.S. History teachers and may also be relevant for 5th and 7th grade educators. Educators are welcome to register for individual sessions that align with their interests and schedules. Join us for one or more sessions throughout the year. \nThis event is free but registration is required. Separate registration is required for each offering. \nRegistration Questions: Brittany.Rawson-Haeg@state.mn.us \nRegister Now \nThis offering is part of Navigating the U.S. History Eras: Content\, Pedagogy\, and Inquiry in the Classroom is a yearlong professional learning opportunity supporting implementation of Minnesota’s 2021 K–12 Academic Standards in Social Studies presented by MHC and MDE. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-pedagogy-session-era-four-imperial-expansion-and-native-dispossession/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Academic Standards,Free,K-12 Education,Online,Pedagogy Sessions,Professional Development,Social Studies Standards,US History Eras ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_us_history_pedagogy_session_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20250812T163236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171138Z UID:10000546-1768492800-1768498200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online Content Session - Era Five: Slavery\, Civil War\, and Reconstruction DESCRIPTION:Explore the causes\, course\, and consequences of the Civil War\, and evaluate the transformative potential and limitations of Reconstruction. Led by Dr. Rebecca Brückmann and moderated by Dr. Katharine Gerbner\, this session will provide deep historical context\, source analysis\, and thematic framing. \n\n\nView Dr. Rebecca Brückmann’s Bio\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Rebecca Brückmann (pronounced “Brookman”) is an associate professor of History at Carleton College\, who specializes in African American History. She completed her Ph.D. in Modern and Contemporary History at Free University Berlin\, Germany\, in 2014. She is the author of the monograph “Massive Resistance and Southern Womanhood: White Women\, Class\, and Segregation” (University of Georgia Press\, 2021)\, which analyzes whites supremacist women’s resistance against Black Freedom activism in Arkansas\, Louisiana\, and South Carolina from the 1940s to the 1960s. Her research on the Black Freedom Movement\, the history of the Black Diaspora\, Southern history\, and the history of white supremacy has been published\, e.g.\, in the Southern Quarterly\, the South Carolina Historical Magazine\, the European Journal of American Studies\, and “Picturing Black History.” She is currently an Academic Leadership Fellow of the Associated Colleges of the Midwest. At Carleton\, she teaches courses on Black and African American history from the 14th through the 21st centuries\, including “Black Perspectives on the Civil War and Reconstruction\,” “Slavery in the Atlantic World\,” and “Freedom Then\, Freedom Now: Reconstruction to #BlackLivesMatter.” \n\n\n\n\n \n\nAll Content Sessions will be conducted via Zoom and a Minnesota Department of Education (MDE)-hosted Canvas learning community. Each session’s lectures and discussions will be recorded and registered participants will receive access to the Canvas course with session recordings\, curated resources\, and collaborative planning tools. High school U.S. History teachers and 5th and 7th grade educators are invited to participate in companion Pedagogy Sessions. \nRegistration\nContent Sessions are open to all K–12 educators interested in historical content and source-based instruction. Educators are welcome to register for individual sessions that align with their interests and schedules. Join us for one or more sessions throughout the year. \n\nThis event is free but registration is required. Separate registration is required for each offering. \n\nRegistration Questions: Brittany.Rawson-Haeg@state.mn.us \n\nRegister Now \n\nThis offering is part of Navigating the U.S. History Eras: Content\, Pedagogy\, and Inquiry in the Classroom is a yearlong professional learning opportunity supporting implementation of Minnesota’s 2021 K–12 Academic Standards in Social Studies presented by MHC and MDE. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-content-session-era-five/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Academic Standards,Content Sessions,Free,K-12 Education,Online,Professional Development,Social Studies Standards,US History Eras ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_us_history_content_session_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T083000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20251017T180551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T180551Z UID:10000591-1768980600-1768984200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online - Repeatable Routines: Building Formative Tasks for Social Studies\, Session One DESCRIPTION:Begin a three-part series on developing effective formative assessment routines. This session will introduce strategies for using formative tasks to gauge student learning and adjust instruction in real-time. \nThe Minnesota Department of Education\, in partnership with the Minnesota Humanities Center\, will host virtual and in-person sessions to support planning for and implementation of the 2021 K-12 Academic Standards in Social Studies\, held monthly during the 2025–26 school year. These sessions are open to anyone with building or district-level responsibilities for curriculum planning and development in all social studies content areas\, including curriculum directors\, department leads\, and teachers. Pre-registration is required for in-person sessions. \nVirtual sessions will have content similar to in-person sessions\, and whenever possible will feature the same speakers. \nIn-person sessions will be an hour longer than virtual sessions and will allow time for supported collaborative work and networking. \nWhile districts are encouraged to have a representative at each monthly session\, either in-person or virtual\, participants do not need to commit to attending all nine sessions. Participants are also welcome to attend either session type throughout the year\, as is best suited to their needs and schedule. \nK-12 educators will receive 1 clock hour. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: brittany.rawson-haeg@state.mn.us \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-repeatable-routines-building-formative-tasks-for-social-studies-session-one/ LOCATION:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-repeatable-routines-building-formative-tasks-for-social-studies-session-one/ CATEGORIES:Free,K-12 Education,Online,Professional Development,Social Studies Curriculum Leaders Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/event_social_studies_standards.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20251017T180545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T180545Z UID:10000592-1769072400-1769079600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Repeatable Routines: Building Formative Tasks for Social Studies\, Session One DESCRIPTION:Begin a three-part series on developing effective formative assessment routines. This session will introduce strategies for using formative tasks to gauge student learning and adjust instruction in real-time. \nThe Minnesota Department of Education\, in partnership with the Minnesota Humanities Center\, will host virtual and in-person sessions to support planning for and implementation of the 2021 K-12 Academic Standards in Social Studies\, held monthly during the 2025–26 school year. These sessions are open to anyone with building or district-level responsibilities for curriculum planning and development in all social studies content areas\, including curriculum directors\, department leads\, and teachers. Pre-registration is required for in-person sessions. \nVirtual sessions will have content similar to in-person sessions\, and whenever possible will feature the same speakers. \nIn-person sessions will be an hour longer than virtual sessions and will allow time for supported collaborative work and networking. \nWhile districts are encouraged to have a representative at each monthly session\, either in-person or virtual\, participants do not need to commit to attending all nine sessions. Participants are also welcome to attend either session type throughout the year\, as is best suited to their needs and schedule. \nK-12 educators will receive 2 clock hours. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: brittany.rawson-haeg@state.mn.us \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minneapolis-repeatable-routines-building-formative-tasks-for-social-studies-session-one/ LOCATION:Minnesota Department of Education\, 400 NE Stinson Blvd\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,K-12 Education,Professional Development,Social Studies Curriculum Leaders Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/event_social_studies_standards.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20250812T163217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171034Z UID:10000551-1769702400-1769707800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online Pedagogy Session – Era Five: Slavery\, Civil War\, and Reconstruction DESCRIPTION:Explore the causes\, course\, and consequences of the Civil War\, and evaluate the transformative potential and limitations of Reconstruction. Using content and sources from Dr. Rebecca Brückmann\, Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) Social Studies Specialist Brittany Rawson-Haeg and experienced classroom educators will lead this hands-on workshop supporting high school U.S. History teachers in designing inquiry-based\, standards-aligned units. \nAll Pedagogy Sessions will be conducted via Zoom. Educators who participate in all Pedagogy Sessions will leave the year with a complete U.S. History course aligned to the new standards. \nEducators are invited to participate in companion Content Sessions. \nRegistration\nPedagogy Sessions are designed for high school U.S. History teachers and may also be relevant for 5th and 7th grade educators. Educators are welcome to register for individual sessions that align with their interests and schedules. Join us for one or more sessions throughout the year. \nThis event is free but registration is required. Separate registration is required for each offering. \nRegistration Questions: Brittany.Rawson-Haeg@state.mn.us \nRegister Now \nThis offering is part of Navigating the U.S. History Eras: Content\, Pedagogy\, and Inquiry in the Classroom is a yearlong professional learning opportunity supporting implementation of Minnesota’s 2021 K–12 Academic Standards in Social Studies presented by MHC and MDE. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-pedagogy-session-era-five/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Academic Standards,Free,K-12 Education,Online,Pedagogy Sessions,Professional Development,Social Studies Standards,US History Eras ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_us_history_pedagogy_session_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223750 CREATED:20251218T215328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T215750Z UID:10000608-1769706000-1769713200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:The Great Northern Festival: Poets Building Community DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Great Northern Festival for an evening of poetry\, conversation\, and civic imagination as The Loft hosts Poets Building Community\, a special gathering of Poets Laureate from across Minnesota. This event is the culminating public program of Minneapolis Poet Laureate Junauda Petrus’s 2025–2026 laureate year. \nGuided by Petrus’s central question—“What does community look like for you?”—Poets Laureate will share original poems and reflect on the civic and cultural work they carry into their communities. The evening will weave together art\, storytelling\, and public purpose\, offering a rare glimpse into how poets help shape the places we call home. \nFeatured poets will include: \n\nJunauda Petrus\, Minneapolis Poet Laureate\nGwen Nell Westerman\, Minnesota State Poet Laureate\nJean Prokott\, Rochester Poet Laureate\nDonte Collins\, former St. Paul Youth Poet Laureate\nHeid E. Erdrich\, inaugural Minneapolis Poet Laureate\nJoyce Sutphen\, former Minnesota State Poet Laureate\n\nThe conversation will be moderated by Cristeta Boarini\, Partnerships Manager at the Loft. \nWe will also take a moment to recognize Andrea Jenkins for her contributions as a poet and her pivotal role in establishing the Minneapolis Poet Laureate position – (City Council Member 2017-2025). \nCome celebrate the power of poetry to build connection\, spark change\, and imagine new futures together. \nRegistration\nThis event is free and open to all\, however registration through The Loft is required. \nRegistration Questions: loft@loft.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/the-great-northern-festival-poets-building-community/ LOCATION:The Loft at Open Book\, 1011 Washington Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55415\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Minnesota's Poet Laureate,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/event_gnf_gathering_of_poets_2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223751 CREATED:20260128T212308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T212308Z UID:10000617-1769853600-1769882400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis - The Great Northern Festival: Water Bar @ Sauna Village DESCRIPTION:MHC is excited to bring the Water Bar to The Great Northern Festival\, where water tenders will serve up flights of local drinking waters and spark conversations around stewardship of local water resources. \n“What’s a Water Bar?” you may wonder? A Water Bar is a bar that serves free\, local water. It’s a social space that centers the life-sustaining action of drinking water. It’s a table to gather around. It’s a space for quenching thirst\, for questioning water\, for sharing and encountering stories\, and for being and becoming part of a community. \nJoin us inside the Riverplace building next to the Sauna Village before or after your steam. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minneapolis-the-great-northern-festival-water-bar-sauna-village/ LOCATION:Riverplace Courtyard\, 1 SE Main St\, Minneapolis\, 55414\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Kid Friendly,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/event_great_northern_water_bar_2026.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223751 CREATED:20251223T225547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T201956Z UID:10000614-1770400800-1770408000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Feeding Our Souls: The Essence of Food and Musical Joy DESCRIPTION:Feeding Our Souls: The Essence of Joy events explore the themes of connecting through foods which have always played a pivotal role in shaping our identities and communities. Recipes and flavors bind families\, showcase heritage\, and promote understanding. Our series delves into this unique intersection of food and culture\, inviting participants to explore the rich narratives behind every dish. \nThe Feeding Our Souls: The Essence of Food and Musical Joy evening will examine the connections and relationship of food and music. Our partners for this unique integration of the arts will feature Chef James Johnson\, Founder of Cooks of Hope\, and members of the Vocal Essence Witness Choral Ensemble\, G. Phillip Schoultz Director. Through the richness of Gullah-Geechie\, Low Country cuisine\, traditional spirituals\, Gullah music\, and story circle dialogues\, the event is aimed to uplift and share important cultural legacy stories and histories. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-feeding-our-souls-the-essence-of-food-and-musical-joy/ LOCATION:Progressive Baptist Church\, 1505 Burns Ave E\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Feeding Our Souls,Free,Immersive Experiences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Event-Webpage-Banners-1467-x-733-px-5.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223751 CREATED:20250812T163929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171026Z UID:10000553-1771516800-1771522200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online Pedagogy Session – Era Six: Migration\, Imperialism\, and Inequality DESCRIPTION:Examine the late 19th and early 20th century through the lenses of industrialization\, imperial expansion\, and rising social inequality. Using content and sources from Dr. Maddalena Marinari\, Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) Social Studies Specialist Brittany Rawson-Haeg and experienced classroom educators will lead this hands-on workshop supporting high school U.S. History teachers in designing inquiry-based\, standards-aligned units. \nAll Pedagogy Sessions will be conducted via Zoom. Educators who participate in all Pedagogy Sessions will leave the year with a complete U.S. History course aligned to the new standards. \nEducators are invited to participate in companion Content Sessions. \nRegistration\nPedagogy Sessions are designed for high school U.S. History teachers and may also be relevant for 5th and 7th grade educators. Educators are welcome to register for individual sessions that align with their interests and schedules. Join us for one or more sessions throughout the year. \nThis event is free but registration is required. Separate registration is required for each offering. \nRegistration Questions: Brittany.Rawson-Haeg@state.mn.us \nRegister Now \nThis offering is part of Navigating the U.S. History Eras: Content\, Pedagogy\, and Inquiry in the Classroom is a yearlong professional learning opportunity supporting implementation of Minnesota’s 2021 K–12 Academic Standards in Social Studies presented by MHC and MDE. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-pedagogy-session-era-six-migration-imperialism-and-inequality/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Academic Standards,Free,K-12 Education,Online,Pedagogy Sessions,Professional Development,Social Studies Standards,US History Eras ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_us_history_pedagogy_session_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260421 DTSTAMP:20260403T223751 CREATED:20251222T205629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T205629Z UID:10000609-1771891200-1776729599@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Byron - We Are Water MN DESCRIPTION: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. \nHost Partner: Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo \nWe Are Water MN is thrilled to make its 2026 debut at our very first zoo host site! Please visit the exhibit at the newly-renovated Zollman Zoo & Nature Center\, where you can learn more about water alongside the many animals that call it home. The Dr. Paul E. Zollman Zoo houses over 30 species of wild animals native to Minnesota\, so be sure to leave time for a visit to the otters and eagles! This stop on our We Are Water MN is also a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the unique Karst Geology of the Olmstead County area–don’t miss out on the chance to learn more about this unique geography! \nWant to make a day of out of your visit to the exhibit? Oxbow Park offers almost any outdoor enthusiast a chance to pursue their favorite activity such as hiking\, fishing\, snowshoeing\, and more. \nAbout We Are Water MN?\nWe are Water MN is a project of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Humanities Center in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society; the Board of Water and Soil Resources; the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture\, Health\, and Natural Resources; and University of Minnesota Extension. \nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/byron-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo\, 5731 County Rd 105 NW\, Byron\, MN\, 55920\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Exhibit,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T083000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223751 CREATED:20251017T180539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T180539Z UID:10000593-1772004600-1772008200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online - Repeatable Routines: Building Formative Tasks for Social Studies\, Session Two DESCRIPTION:Continue refining formative assessment practices by exploring structured routines that encourage student engagement\, reflection and feedback in the social studies classroom. \nThe Minnesota Department of Education\, in partnership with the Minnesota Humanities Center\, will host virtual and in-person sessions to support planning for and implementation of the 2021 K-12 Academic Standards in Social Studies\, held monthly during the 2025–26 school year. These sessions are open to anyone with building or district-level responsibilities for curriculum planning and development in all social studies content areas\, including curriculum directors\, department leads\, and teachers. Pre-registration is required for in-person sessions. \nVirtual sessions will have content similar to in-person sessions\, and whenever possible will feature the same speakers. \nIn-person sessions will be an hour longer than virtual sessions and will allow time for supported collaborative work and networking. \nWhile districts are encouraged to have a representative at each monthly session\, either in-person or virtual\, participants do not need to commit to attending all nine sessions. Participants are also welcome to attend either session type throughout the year\, as is best suited to their needs and schedule. \nK-12 educators will receive 1 clock hour. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: brittany.rawson-haeg@state.mn.us \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-repeatable-routines-building-formative-tasks-for-social-studies-session-two/ LOCATION:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-repeatable-routines-building-formative-tasks-for-social-studies-session-two/ CATEGORIES:Free,K-12 Education,Online,Professional Development,Social Studies Curriculum Leaders Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/event_social_studies_standards.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223751 CREATED:20251017T180533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T180533Z UID:10000594-1772096400-1772103600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Repeatable Routines: Building Formative Tasks for Social Studies\, Session Two DESCRIPTION:Continue refining formative assessment practices by exploring structured routines that encourage student engagement\, reflection and feedback in the social studies classroom. \nThe Minnesota Department of Education\, in partnership with the Minnesota Humanities Center\, will host virtual and in-person sessions to support planning for and implementation of the 2021 K-12 Academic Standards in Social Studies\, held monthly during the 2025–26 school year. These sessions are open to anyone with building or district-level responsibilities for curriculum planning and development in all social studies content areas\, including curriculum directors\, department leads\, and teachers. Pre-registration is required for in-person sessions. \nVirtual sessions will have content similar to in-person sessions\, and whenever possible will feature the same speakers. \nIn-person sessions will be an hour longer than virtual sessions and will allow time for supported collaborative work and networking. \nWhile districts are encouraged to have a representative at each monthly session\, either in-person or virtual\, participants do not need to commit to attending all nine sessions. Participants are also welcome to attend either session type throughout the year\, as is best suited to their needs and schedule. \nK-12 educators will receive 2 clock hours. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: brittany.rawson-haeg@state.mn.us \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minneapolis-repeatable-routines-building-formative-tasks-for-social-studies-session-two/ LOCATION:Minnesota Department of Education\, 400 NE Stinson Blvd\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,K-12 Education,Professional Development,Social Studies Curriculum Leaders Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/event_social_studies_standards.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223751 CREATED:20250812T164304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171126Z UID:10000554-1772553600-1772559000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online Content Session – Era Seven: U.S. and the World DESCRIPTION:Investigate how World War II\, the Cold War\, and global migrations transformed U.S. society and its role on the international stage. Dr. Katharine Gerbner will moderate a panel of three historians: Elaine Tyler May\, Hiromi Mizuno\, and Jimmy Patiño\, Jr. This session will provide deep historical context\, source analysis\, and thematic framing. \n\n\nView Elaine Tyler May’s Bio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nElaine Tyler May is Regents Professor Emerita of American Studies and History at the University of Minnesota.  She is past president of the Organization of American Historians\, and past president of the American Studies Association.  Her books include  Fortress America: How We Embraced Fear and Abandoned Democracy (2017);  America and the Pill: A History of Promise\, Peril\, and Liberation (2010); Homeward Bound: American Families in the Cold War Era (1988\, newest edition 2017); Barren in the Promised Land: Childless Americans and the Pursuit of Happiness (1997); Pushing the Limits: American Women\, 1940-1961 (1996); and Great Expectations: Marriage and Divorce in Post-Victorian America (1980). She has written for the New York Times\, the Los Angeles Times\, Ms.\, Daily Beast\, the Chronicle of Higher Education\, and the Minneapolis Star Tribune\, among others. She is a recent recipient of fellowships from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Guggenheim Foundation.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Hiromi Mizuno’s Bio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHiromi Mizuno is Associate Professor of History at the University of Minnesota. She teaches courses on Modern Japan\, Global Politics of Hunger\, Global History of WWII. She is an intellectual and cultural historian whose research interests include history of science and technology\, the Japanese empire\, Cold-War Asia\, agricultural modernization\, and environmental history.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Jimmy Patiño’s Bio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJimmy Patiño is Associate Professor of Chicano and Latino Studies at the University of Minnesota. His work examines how marginalized communities imagine and enact democratic practices amid global capitalism\, focusing on Mexican-origin and broader Latino/a/x communities at the U.S.–Mexico border and in major U.S. cities. His book Raza Sí\, Migra No: Chicano Movement Struggles for Immigrant Rights in San Diego shows how generations of Mexican-origin activists confronted the crisis over the “illegal alien” by building community across differences in citizenship and national affiliation. Centering San Diego as both an urban and border space\, his work highlights challenges to deportation-oriented policies from 1968 to 1986 through the lens of Chicano self-determination. He is currently developing new projects on solidarity across African American\, Chicana/o/x\, and Puerto Rican movements\, exploring how regional contexts shaped Black-Brown/Afro-Latinx diasporic alliances and revolutionary thought across the Midwest\, Texas\, California\, and New York. His broader research and teaching interests include Comparative Ethnic Studies\, Chicano/a-Latino/a History\, diaspora\, transnationalism\, borderlands\, social movements\, political mobilization\, and Cultural Studies.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll Content Sessions will be conducted via Zoom and a Minnesota Department of Education (MDE)-hosted Canvas learning community. Each session’s lectures and discussions will be recorded and registered participants will receive access to the Canvas course with session recordings\, curated resources\, and collaborative planning tools. \n\nHigh school U.S. History teachers and 5th and 7th grade educators are invited to participate in companion Pedagogy Sessions. \n\nRegistration\nContent Sessions are open to all K–12 educators interested in historical content and source-based instruction. Educators are welcome to register for individual sessions that align with their interests and schedules. Join us for one or more sessions throughout the year. \n\nThis event is free but registration is required. Separate registration is required for each offering. \n\nRegistration Questions: Brittany.Rawson-Haeg@state.mn.us \n\nRegister Now \n\nThis offering is part of Navigating the U.S. History Eras: Content\, Pedagogy\, and Inquiry in the Classroom is a yearlong professional learning opportunity supporting implementation of Minnesota’s 2021 K–12 Academic Standards in Social Studies presented by MHC and MDE. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-content-session-era-seven/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Academic Standards,Content Sessions,Free,K-12 Education,Online,Professional Development,Social Studies Standards,US History Eras ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_us_history_content_session_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223751 CREATED:20260202T193955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T174739Z UID:10000619-1773167400-1773174600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Sketches of Minnesota: Civic Community Comedy Tour DESCRIPTION:MHC and the comedy team at Danger Boat Productions spent late summer and most of fall traveling to communities across Minnesota. They’ve taken stories from each town and put them into a hilarious sketch comedy revue. It’s like going along on the year-long Sketches of Minnesota road trip\, but you get to enjoy the highlights from the comfort of a theater seat…without the backseat driving. \nSketches of Minnesota is a traveling program designed to increase understanding and encourage conversations among people who might not know each other or have differing viewpoints\, by bringing neighbors together over a shared meal and improvisational comedy. These kinds of conversations are more crucial now than ever\, and we think that the program can facilitate essential healing within our Minnesota communities. \nSketches of Minnesota is presented in partnership with Danger Boat Productions \nRegistration\nThis event has been canceled. Please consider joining us in Minneapolis on March 11 or Rochester on March 13. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minneapolis-sketches-of-minnesota-civic-community-comedy-tour/ LOCATION:Luminary Arts Center\, 700 N First St\, Minneapolis\, 55401\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_sketches_mn_state_fair_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223751 CREATED:20260202T193959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T193959Z UID:10000620-1773253800-1773261000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Sketches of Minnesota: Civic Community Comedy Tour DESCRIPTION:MHC and the comedy team at Danger Boat Productions spent late summer and most of fall traveling to communities across Minnesota. They’ve taken stories from each town and put them into a hilarious sketch comedy revue. It’s like going along on the year-long Sketches of Minnesota road trip\, but you get to enjoy the highlights from the comfort of a theater seat…without the backseat driving. \nSketches of Minnesota is a traveling program designed to increase understanding and encourage conversations among people who might not know each other or have differing viewpoints\, by bringing neighbors together over a shared meal and improvisational comedy. These kinds of conversations are more crucial now than ever\, and we think that the program can facilitate essential healing within our Minnesota communities. \nSketches of Minnesota is presented in partnership with Danger Boat Productions \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minneapolis-sketches-of-minnesota-civic-community-comedy-tour-2/ LOCATION:Luminary Arts Center\, 700 N First St\, Minneapolis\, 55401\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_sketches_mn_state_fair_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223751 CREATED:20260202T194005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T194005Z UID:10000621-1773426600-1773433800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Rochester - Sketches of Minnesota: Civic Community Comedy Tour DESCRIPTION:MHC and the comedy team at Danger Boat Productions spent late summer and most of fall traveling to communities across Minnesota. They’ve taken stories from each town and put them into a hilarious sketch comedy revue. It’s like going along on the year-long Sketches of Minnesota road trip\, but you get to enjoy the highlights from the comfort of a theater seat…without the backseat driving. \nSketches of Minnesota is a traveling program designed to increase understanding and encourage conversations among people who might not know each other or have differing viewpoints\, by bringing neighbors together over a shared meal and improvisational comedy. These kinds of conversations are more crucial now than ever\, and we think that the program can facilitate essential healing within our Minnesota communities. \nSketches of Minnesota is presented in partnership with Danger Boat Productions \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/rochester-sketches-of-minnesota-civic-community-comedy-tour/ LOCATION:Rochester Civic Theatre\, 30 Civic Center Drive SE Ste 100\, Rochester\, 55904\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_sketches_mn_state_fair_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223751 CREATED:20250812T164636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171020Z UID:10000555-1773936000-1773941400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online Pedagogy Session – Era Seven: U.S. and the World DESCRIPTION:Investigate how World War II\, the Cold War\, and global migrations transformed U.S. society and its role on the international stage. Using content and sources from Dr. Katharine Gerbner\, Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) Social Studies Specialist Brittany Rawson-Haeg and experienced classroom educators will lead this hands-on workshop supporting high school U.S. History teachers in designing inquiry-based\, standards-aligned units. \nAll Pedagogy Sessions will be conducted via Zoom. Educators who participate in all Pedagogy Sessions will leave the year with a complete U.S. History course aligned to the new standards. \nEducators are invited to participate in companion Content Sessions. \nRegistration\nPedagogy Sessions are designed for high school U.S. History teachers and may also be relevant for 5th and 7th grade educators. Educators are welcome to register for individual sessions that align with their interests and schedules. Join us for one or more sessions throughout the year. \nThis event is free but registration is required. Separate registration is required for each offering. \nRegistration Questions: Brittany.Rawson-Haeg@state.mn.us \nRegister Now \nThis offering is part of Navigating the U.S. History Eras: Content\, Pedagogy\, and Inquiry in the Classroom is a yearlong professional learning opportunity supporting implementation of Minnesota’s 2021 K–12 Academic Standards in Social Studies presented by MHC and MDE. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-pedagogy-session-era-seven/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Academic Standards,Free,K-12 Education,Online,Pedagogy Sessions,Professional Development,Social Studies Standards,US History Eras ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_us_history_pedagogy_session_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR