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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251124T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
CREATED:20251110T205704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T144946Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="MayKao Fredericks":MAILTO:maykao@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
CREATED:20250812T162227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171145Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T080000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="MayKao Fredericks":MAILTO:maykao@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T133000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
CREATED:20250812T162208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171040Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
CREATED:20250812T163236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171138Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T083000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
CREATED:20251017T180551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T180551Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
CREATED:20251017T180545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T180545Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
CREATED:20250812T163217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171034Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T215750Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T083000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
CREATED:20260302T222654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T222654Z
UID:10000633-1774087200-1774105200@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:St. Paul - Meet the Finalists of the 2026 Minnesota Book Awards
DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Humanities Center is proud to sponsor the 2026 Minnesota Books Awards category of Novel/Short Story. Join us to meet the finalists for this year’s award at a Meet the Finalists event\, hosted by The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library. \nThis year’s finalists in the Novel/Short Story category are: \n\n“Ashes to Ashes” by Thomas Maltman\n“If the Dead Belong Here: A Novel” by Carson Faust\n“Lucky Tomorrow: Stories” by Deborah Jiang-Stein\n“The Many Mothers of Dolores Moore” by Anika Fajardo\n\nMinnesota Book Award finalist authors from all nine awards categories will participate in readings\, panel discussions\, and other activities about their books and their work at this special event. Events will take place in different rooms of the library throughout the day. Come for one or stay for all! It’s your choice. Attendees can also buy finalist books and enjoy library activities. \nRegistration\nRegistration for this free event is through The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-meet-the-finalists-of-the-2026-minnesota-book-awards/
LOCATION:George Latimer Central Library\, 90 W. Fourth Street\, St. Paul\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Public Programming
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
CREATED:20251209T220554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142629Z
UID:10000605-1774375200-1774380600@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:Roseville - Minnesota Writers Off the Page: Carson Faust
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota Writers Off the Page and Makwa Coffee’s Native Author Book Club are joining forces for a special evening with Carson Faust\, author of “If the Dead Belong Here\,” which has just been shortlisted for the Minnesota Book Awards in the Novel/Short Story category!  For this intergenerational\, supernatural thriller\, Faust will be in discussion with author Dennis E. Staples\, and along with readings from the book\, they will discuss ghosts\, hauntings\, the craft of horror/thriller\, and how their Indigenous backgrounds inform their writing. Following the discussion\, audience members are invited to participate in a Q&A session\, and have further informal conversation with the featured speakers. Light refreshments will be available for purchase through the cafe. Copies of “If the Dead Belong Here” will be available for purchase\, and the evening will finish with a book signing. \nAbout the Speakers\nCarson Faust is two-spirit and an enrolled member of the Edisto Natchez-Kusso Tribe of South Carolina. He is the recipient of artist fellowships from the McKnight Foundation and the Jerome Foundation. His fiction has appeared in TriQuarterly\, ANMLY\, and Waxwing\, among other journals\, and has been anthologized in “Never Whistle at Night: An Indigenous Dark Fiction Anthology.” He lives in Minnesota\, where he works in philanthropy. \nDennis E. Staples is an Ojibwe writer from Bemidji\, Minnesota\, and the author of “This Town Sleeps” and “Passing Through a Prairie Country.” He holds an MFA in fiction from the Institute of American Indian Arts and is a graduate of the 2018 Clarion West Writers Workshop and a recipient of the Octavia E. Butler Memorial Scholarship. His work has appeared in Asimov’s Science Fiction and Nightmare magazine. He is a member of the Red Lake Nation. \nThis event is presented in partnership with Makwa Coffee\, a community centered craft coffee shop in Roseville\, MN. This event is part of the Minnesota Writers Off the Page series\, bringing the inspirational voices of Minnesota’s authors directly to readers. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/roseville-minnesota-writers-off-the-page-carson-faust/
LOCATION:Autumn Grove Park\, 1365 Lydia Avenue W\, Roseville\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Minnesota Writers Off the Page,Public Programming
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T083000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
CREATED:20251017T180528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T180528Z
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SUMMARY:Online - Repeatable Routines: Building Formative Tasks for Social Studies\, Session Three
DESCRIPTION:Conclude the formative task series with a focus on sustainability. Participants will learn how to embed formative assessment routines into their teaching practice for long-term impact. \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-three/
LOCATION:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-repeatable-routines-building-formative-tasks-for-social-studies-session-three/
CATEGORIES:Free,K-12 Education,Online,Professional Development,Social Studies Curriculum Leaders Network
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T191500
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
CREATED:20260112T213419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T140933Z
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SUMMARY:Shoreview - Minnesota Writers Off the Page: Debra J. Stone
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Women’s History Month\, Off the Page is pleased to feature author Debra J. Stone and her new book\, “The House on Rondo\,” which has been shortlisted for the MN Book Awards in the category of Middle Grade Literature. Debra will be in conversation with Terresa Hardaway\, discussing the history of the Rondo neighborhood\, what it means to be a writer\, and their hopes for the future of Rondo. Following the discussion\, audience members are invited to participate in a Q&A session\, and have further informal conversation with the featured speakers. Copies of “The House on Rondo” will be available for purchase\, and the evening will finish with a book signing. \nDebra J. Stone is a 2023-2025 Jerome Hill Arts Fellow in Literature\, essay\, poet and novel author. More of her work has been published by Blue Earth Review\, Indiana Review\, Green Mountains Review\, Under the Gum Tree\, and other literary journals. In 2021 her poem\, “year-of- staying–in place\,” was nominated Best of Net and Pushcart nominated. She is a board member of the Hennepin History Museum. Debra is married and resides in Minneapolis. \nTerresa Hardaway\, Ph.D.\, is an abolitionist\, design researcher\, author\, anti-racist facilitator\, creative director\, organizer\, and educator based in Minneapolis. She is Creative Director of Blackbird Revolt— a social justice-based design studio; an Associate Professor of Graphic Design; McKnight Presidential Fellow; the Director of Design Justice at the University of Minnesota’s College of Design; and the owner of Black Garnet Books. \nThis event is presented in partnership with Black Garnet Books\, an independent bookstore in Saint Paul\, MN\, that offers a curated selection of books and art by authors and illustrators of color in an environment that encourages learning\, joyful interaction\, and communal care for everyone who visits. This event is part of the Minnesota Writers Off the Page series\, bringing the inspirational voices of Minnesota’s authors directly to readers. This edition of Minnesota Writers Off the Page will be held at Emmet D. Williams Elementary School in Shoreview. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/shoreview-minnesota-writers-off-the-page-debra-j-stone/
LOCATION:Emmet D. Williams Elementary School\, 955 W County Rd D\, Shoreview\, 55126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Minnesota Writers Off the Page,Public Programming
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
CREATED:20251017T180520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T180520Z
UID:10000596-1774515600-1774522800@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Repeatable Routines: Building Formative Tasks for Social Studies\, Session Three
DESCRIPTION:Conclude the formative task series with a focus on sustainability. Participants will learn how to embed formative assessment routines into their teaching practice for long-term impact. \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-three/
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
CREATED:20250812T165404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171119Z
UID:10000556-1775145600-1775151000@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:Online Content Session – Era Eight: Civil Rights Struggles
DESCRIPTION:Go beyond the 1960s to explore long civil rights movements\, from the Great Migration to Black Power\, and their relevance for students today. Led by Dr. Yohuru Williams and moderated by Dr. Katharine Gerbner\, this session will provide deep historical context\, source analysis\, and thematic framing. \n\n\nView Dr. Yohuru Williams’s Bio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Yohuru Williams is a Distinguished University Chair\, Professor and the Founding Director of the Racial Justice Initiative at the University of St. Thomas. A noted scholar of the civil rights and black power movements\, an education activist and frequent national commentator\, he is an important voice on the topics of race and social justice.  \n\n\n\nDr. Williams holds a joint appointment in the Department of History and the School of Law. As a Distinguished University Chair\, he helps the university address equity and justice topics that are outside any one school or college and separate from the internal-facing portfolio of the Office of Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion. Dr. Williams collaborates with people across the university already engaged in community work in order to leverage the full intellectual capacity of St. Thomas to be of even greater service to the community.  \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-eight/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Academic Standards,Content Sessions,Free,K-12 Education,Online,Professional Development,Social Studies Standards,US History Eras
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111404
CREATED:20260323T210843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T155003Z
UID:10000641-1775311200-1775318400@www.mnhum.org
SUMMARY:St. Paul - Hope is a Force
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Poetry Month at the Minnesota Humanities Center! In partnership with the East Side Arts Council\, this free community gathering brings together a vibrant lineup of local poets sharing original work shaped by a range of perspectives and ways of seeing the world. Poets reading include: \n\nJoe Alfano\nJan Borofka\nColleen Callahan\nDiane Jarvenpa\nMarla Kennedy\nDiane Brady Leighton\nMem Lloyd\nSheila OKeefe\nRomi Slowiak\nLeslie Thomas\nRoslye Ultan\nCarol Wichers\n\nThrough an inspiring showcase of readings\, this afternoon will highlight the richness of our local literary community. Poetry invites us to pause\, listen\, and connect. Light refreshments will be available—come enjoy an afternoon of words that resonate. \nThis event is held in partnership with East Side Arts Council (ESAC)\, a community arts organization offering accessible\, low-cost\, or free arts programs led by accomplished professional artists. ESAC celebrates the diversity of its neighborhood and builds appreciation of the arts. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-hope-is-a-force/
LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Public Programming
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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