BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Minnesota Humanities Center - ECPv6.17.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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: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:20260730T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T203000 DTSTAMP:20260616T185414Z CREATED:20260616T185414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T185414Z UID:10000689-1785436200-1785443400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - NUESTRO NORTE Community Screening DESCRIPTION:Join us for a public screening of NUESTRO NORTE in partnership with Landmark Center. \nNUESTRO NORTE is a cinematic portrait of five community leaders from across metro and greater Minnesota\, their lived stories interwoven with symbolic fiction scenes and original musical performances. More than a documentary\, the film seeks to offer a collective vision\, celebrating Latine leadership while reflecting on history\, diversity\, community investment\, innovation\, and the strength of intergenerational ties. \nThe evening will feature a screening of NUESTRO NORTE\, followed by a panel reflection\, and special recognition of Minnesota’s deep Latine history and roots. \nWe are especially proud to present the film at the F.K. Weyerhaeuser Auditorium in Landmark Center\, which also served as the backdrop for a scene in the film. \nEvent Schedule\n6:30 p.m. – Doors Open\n7:00 p.m. – Program Begins\n8:30 p.m. – Program Concludes \n\n\n\n\n\n \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however\, due to limited seating\, registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-nuestro-norte-community-screening/ LOCATION:Landmark Center\, F.K. Weyerhaeuser Auditorium\, 75 5th St W #224\, St. Paul\, 55102\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Immersive Experiences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/event_nuestro_norte.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Immersive Experiences":MAILTO:immersive@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T200000 DTSTAMP:20260728T141233Z CREATED:20260706T145022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T141233Z UID:10000703-1785438000-1785441600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Park Rapids - Protecting Manoomin (Wild Rice)\, Protecting Water and Everyone DESCRIPTION:Join us for this public seminar co-presented by Zhaashiigid Nooding (Ojibwe knowledge-holder from the White Earth Nation Reservation\, Red Lake Nation citizen) and Crystal Ng (settler hydrologist\, professor at University of Minnesota). \nManoomin (in Ojibwe)\, or natural Wild Rice\, is an aquatic plant that is central to the cultural identity of Indigenous peoples throughout the Upper Great Lakes region. Tribal harvesters also hold generations of understanding about the natural and human factors that influence its well-being. Zhaashiigid Nooding and Crystal Ng will share their collaboration story of bringing together Indigenous knowledge and western science to protect Manoomin\, an endeavor that protects all the water and human and non-human beings around it. \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. \nWe are Water MN is paid for by the Clean Water\, Land\, & Legacy Fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4\, 2008. \nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/park-rapids-protecting-manoomin-wild-rice-protecting-water-and-everyone/ LOCATION:Biome Center\, Itasca Biological Station\, 28131 University Circle\, Lake Itasca\, 56470\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Traveling Exhibits,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/event_we_are_water_wild_rice.png ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T113000 DTSTAMP:20260728T141817Z CREATED:20260706T145030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T141817Z UID:10000704-1785578400-1785583800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Park Rapids - Nature Journaling DESCRIPTION:Nature journaling is a meditative practice that sharpens observation of the natural world through drawing and writing. On the shores of Lake Itasca\, we’ll explore life on land and in the lake – and the connections between them. Whether you’re new or experienced\, join us to practice in this inspiring setting. This event is led by Dr. Jennifer Powers\, Itasca Drawn to Nature instructor and Professor of Plant and Microbial Biology at the University of Minnesota. Note: a limited supply of journaling notebooks and colored pencils will be provided. Feel free to bring your own supplies too! \nHost Partner: MN DNR Itasca State Park and U of M Itasca Biological Station \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. \nWe are Water MN is paid for by the Clean Water\, Land\, & Legacy Fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4\, 2008. \nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/park-rapids-nature-journaling/ LOCATION:Itasca State Park\, 36750 Main Park Drive\, Park Rapids\, MN\, 56470\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Traveling Exhibits,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/event_we_are_water_nature_journaling.png ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T203000 DTSTAMP:20260622T194627Z CREATED:20260604T213005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T194627Z UID:10000683-1785603600-1785616200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Edge of the Wilderness - Sketches of Minnesota DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and Edge Center for the Arts for a special return visit of the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! This free event will use laughter and comedy to celebrate Minnesota communities\, promote dialogue\, and bridge divides. This year\, we will also be celebrating the 250th anniversary of our nation and diving into what that means for the Edge of the Wilderness. \nWe’re excited to welcome back the Sketches of Minnesota to the Edge of the Wilderness and reconnect the community. Beginning with a free catered meal\, these gatherings invite audience members to share what makes their town great\, what they think people get wrong about it\, what local divisions concern them\, and what future they imagine. An improv comedy troupe listens in on the conversations\, takes everything they heard from residents\, and brings it to life on stage through entirely unscripted improv comedy theater. \n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open/Community hour\n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner by the Timberwolf\n7:15–8:00 PM: Improv show\n 8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback \nSPECIAL OPPORTUNITY FOR EARLY ARRIVALS: The Edge Art Gallery is featuring the work of renowned photographer Craig Blacklock\, who will be at the Gallery beginning at 3:30 PM on this day. Mr. Blacklock is the recipient of numerous awards and accolades\, and recently completed a new book\, “SUPERIOR: A 50-Year Photographic Journey.” He looks forward to your comments and questions\, and copies of the new book will be available for sale. \nHost Partner: Edge Center for the Arts \nThe work of the Minnesota Humanities Center is to create a stronger Minnesota by increasing our understanding of the beauty\, wisdom and stories of its people. Through partnerships\, we facilitate the spaces\, like Sketches of Minnesota\, that seek to build connections and deepen understanding of ourselves and our communities in pursuit of a more just society. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/edge-of-the-wilderness-sketches-of-minnesota/ LOCATION:Edge Center for the Arts\, 101 2nd Ave\, Bigfork\, MN\, 56628\, United States CATEGORIES:America 250,Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/event_sketches_mn_edge_wilderness_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T170000 DTSTAMP:20260720T134320Z CREATED:20260513T223329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T134320Z UID:10000668-1785684600-1785690000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Summer on the Lawn: Children's Puppet Show! DESCRIPTION:Roll up to MHC as Summer on the Lawn continues with a fantastic\, family-friendly puppet show! Open Eye Theatre’s Driveway Tour presents “Jeremy & The Giant King\,” an all-new production featuring two brothers\, a storybook realm with many amazing residents\, and oh yes\, one Giant King causing trouble! Open Eye performers will remain after the show to give curious kids and adults a behind-the-scenes peek and a closer look at the featured puppets. \nPlease note that this event will be outdoors\, weather permitting. MHC will provide light refreshments during the event. Picnics\, lawn chairs\, and blankets are welcome. The performance will be in an area with some shading\, but audience members should expect exposure to the sun. Please plan accordingly. Restrooms will be available for use at the Minnesota Humanities Event Center. In case of inclement weather\, the performances will be moved indoors to the Minnesota Humanities Event Center. \nAbout Open Eye Theatre\nOpen Eye Theatre is nationally recognized for bringing a visual feast of evocative figure theater to the stage. The company’s whimsical yet profound work surprises and delights whether experienced in the company’s historic jewel box theater in Minneapolis or in neighborhoods throughout the Twin Cities with the Driveway Tour. From experimental object works to puppet shows in backyards to community pageants to miniature spectacles\, Open Eye consistently creates a unique\, contagious exchange between artists and audiences. \nThis event is part of MHC’s 2026 Summer on the Lawn series. \nRegistration\nThis event is free to attend. Registration is encouraged but not required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-summer-on-the-lawn-childrens-puppet-show/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Kid Friendly,Public Programming,Summer on the Lawn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/event_summer_lawn_puppet_show_2026.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Public Programming":MAILTO:programs@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T160000 DTSTAMP:20260728T203516Z CREATED:20260728T203516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T203516Z UID:10000715-1785848400-1785859200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - First Annual Oromo Literature Festival DESCRIPTION:African Light Book and Coffee Shop and author Teferi Tafa are pleased to announce the first annual Oromo Literature Festival\, a community-centered literary event dedicated to celebrating Oromo literature\, language\, storytelling\, and intellectual achievement. \nThe Oromo Literature Festival seeks to promote Oromo books and authors to the wider public\, connect writers directly with readers and community members\, create opportunities for literary dialogue and intellectual exchange\, encourage reading and creative writing among youth and adults\, celebrate excellence in Oromo literature through awards and recognition\, strengthen the Oromo literary community and support local publishers\, and to reserve and promote Oromo language\, culture\, and storytelling traditions. \nThe festival will include talks and presentations by authors\, a live original poetry competition\, recognition of the most outstanding Oromo book of 2025\, a community book fair\, and a networking opportunity for collaboration among writers\, publishers\, educators\, students\, researchers\, and cultural organizations working to advance Oromo literature. \nRegistration\nThis event is free. All are welcome. Registration not required. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-first-annual-oromo-literature-festival/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, & Literature,Free,Twin Cities Metro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/event_oromo_literature_festival_2026_2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T143000 DTSTAMP:20260728T141246Z CREATED:20260706T145017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T141246Z UID:10000702-1786021200-1786026600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Park Rapids - Wet and Wild Mississippi River Day DESCRIPTION:Come explore water and life along the Mississippi River at a variety of information and activity stations. Learn about water\, wildlife\, plants and people that make the river home. This come-and-go event is family-friendly and has activities for all ages. \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. \nWe are Water MN is paid for by the Clean Water\, Land\, & Legacy Fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4\, 2008. \nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/park-rapids-wet-and-wild-mississippi-river-day/ LOCATION:Itasca State Park\, 36750 Main Park Drive\, Park Rapids\, MN\, 56470\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,Traveling Exhibits,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/event_we_are_water_wet_wild_mississippi.png ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T123000 DTSTAMP:20260722T162054Z CREATED:20260716T214336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T162054Z UID:10000711-1786183200-1786192200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul & Online - Headscarf Story Circle: League of Women Voters Minnesota Action Day DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) is excited to host a Headscarf Story Circle in partnership with the League of Women Voters Minnesota (LWVMN) to commemorate the anniversary of the Voting Rights Act. \nIn an effort to reach participants across the state of Minnesota\, this hybrid event will convene in person at MHC and has a virtual option. Twin Cities metro area guests are encouraged to attend in person. \nAll in-person and online attendees are encouraged to wear a headscarf or head dress that is symbolic of anything related to a fashion statement\, cultural identity\, or one’s health\, memories\, and beliefs. \nThis event includes brunch; dietary restrictions will be noted upon registration. \nIn line with the League’s national focus\, the event’s theme is Headscarf Story Circle: A Day of Action. Excerpts from the TPT documentary\, “Hope in the Struggle” about the legendary Dr. Josie Johnson will be featured. Speakers will include League of Women Voter leaders and the day’s action will engage attendees by writing postcards with an invitation to learn about the elections from VOTE411.org. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-online-headscarf-story-circle-league-of-women-voters-minnesota-action-day/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Headscarf Story Circle,Immersive Experiences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/event_headscarf_story_circle_lwv.png ORGANIZER;CN="Immersive Experiences":MAILTO:immersive@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260813 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261006 DTSTAMP:20251222T205647Z CREATED:20251222T205647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T205647Z UID:10000612-1786579200-1791244799@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Little Falls - 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: Great River Arts \nAs the summer comes to a close and fall sets in\, join We Are Water MN at Great River Arts (GRA) in Little Fall\, where creativity meets community. GRA exists to enrich lives through the arts and become the art hub for the Morrison County area\, playing a significant role in sustaining the community’s artistic and economic vibrancy. From live theater and music performances to continuous visual art exhibits\, art classes for youth and adults\, and now the We Are Water MN exhibit\, come see how all of the wonderful things that happen when water and art meet! \nWe are especially excited that the exhibit will be in town during the annual and always highly anticipated Little Falls Arts and Crafts Fair\, September 12-13. We look forward to bringing We Are Water MN to the thousands of art enthusiasts visiting the heart of downtown Little Falls. \nFor this hosting\, Great River Arts is partnered with the City of Little Falls\, the Franciscan Sisters of Little Falls\, and the Morrison Soil & Water Conservation District. \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/little-falls-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Great River Arts\, 122 1st Street SE\, Little Falls\, MN\, 56345\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,Traveling Exhibits,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T203000 DTSTAMP:20260617T154807Z CREATED:20260604T171716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T154807Z UID:10000680-1786640400-1786653000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Montevideo - Sketches of Minnesota DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and Montevideo community for the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events use laughter and comedy to celebrate Minnesota communities\, promote dialogue\, bridge divides\, and help find ways to work constructively across differences in today’s political environment. \nBeginning with a catered meal\, these gatherings invite audience members to share what makes their town great\, what they think people get wrong about it\, what local divisions concern them\, and what future they imagine. An improv comedy troupe listens in on the conversations\, takes everything they heard from residents\, and brings it to life on stage through entirely unscripted improv comedy theater. \n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner\n7:15–8:00 PM: Improv show\n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback \nHost Partner: Montevideo Economic Development Authority (EDA) \nThe work of the Minnesota Humanities Center is to create a stronger Minnesota by increasing our understanding of the beauty\, wisdom and stories of its people. Through partnerships\, we facilitate the spaces\, like Sketches of Minnesota\, that seek to build connections and deepen understanding of ourselves and our communities in pursuit of a more just society. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/montevideo-sketches-of-minnesota/ LOCATION:Montevideo American Legion Post #59\, 613 Legion Dr\, Montevideo\, MN\, 56265\, United States CATEGORIES:America 250,Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/event_sketches_mn_montevideo_2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T200000 DTSTAMP:20260720T134408Z CREATED:20260616T215710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T134408Z UID:10000690-1786644000-1786651200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Moorhead - The Declaration of Independence and Liberty\, Then and Now: A Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County for a community conversation in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. This conversation\, “The Declaration of Independence and Liberty\, Then and Now” brings community members together to reflect upon the principles of the Declaration of Independence\, the importance of these principles in our daily lives\, what our shared values are as residents of Minnesota and the United States\, and how we envision the country will look 250 years into the future. \nGather with neighbors for a facilitated discussion grounded in curiosity\, respect\, honesty\, and active listening to deepen understanding. \nThis event is part of “The Declaration of Independence and Liberty\, Then and Now” conversation series\, presented in partnership with Braver Angels of Minnesota\, the Minnesota Historical Society\, and the Minnesota Humanities Center. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. Dinner will be provided. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/moorhead-the-declaration-of-independence-and-liberty-then-and-now-a-community-conversation/ LOCATION:Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County\, 202 First Ave N\, Moorhead\, 56560\, United States CATEGORIES:America 250,Free,Greater Minnesota,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/event_liberty_then_now_2026.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Public Programming":MAILTO:programs@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T120000 DTSTAMP:20260804T144835Z CREATED:20260706T185518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T144835Z UID:10000707-1786788000-1786795200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Rochester - Headscarf Story Circle Gathering 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 third and final offering in Rochester as we gather together through the shared connection of the headscarf and its complexity. This year’s theme is a tribute to Women’s History Month’s theme “Sustainability” with “Sustaining Home\, Health\, and Joy.” \nGuests are encouraged to wear a headscarf or head dress that is symbolic of anything from a fashion statement\, cultural identity\, health related\, memories\, and beliefs. The community event host is Tawonda Burks\, Editor of Rochester Women Magazine in collaboration with the Assisi Heights Spirituality Center. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/rochester-headscarf-story-circle-gathering-3/ LOCATION:Assisi Heights Spirituality Center\, 1001 14th St NW\, Rochester\, 55901\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Greater Minnesota,Headscarf Story Circle,Immersive Experiences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/immersive_experiences_headscarf_story_circle_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Immersive Experiences":MAILTO:immersive@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T193000 DTSTAMP:20260810T152226Z CREATED:20260605T183110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T152226Z UID:10000685-1787070600-1787081400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Emily - Sketches of Minnesota - Digging Into The Emily Mine: What Lies Ahead DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and the Emily Mine Information Group for a special return visit of the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events use laughter and comedy to celebrate Minnesota communities\, promote dialogue\, bridge divides\, and help find ways to work constructively across differences in today’s political environment. \nThis year\, Sketches of Minnesota is back and is partnering with the Emily Mine Information Group on a special event that will use laughter and comedy to dive into an important community conversation exploring the potential impacts of a manganese mine in Emily. The evening will begin with a social hour and dinner\, followed by a facilitated conversation with two experts who will share information about mine permitting\, groundwater interaction with the manganese deposit\, and potential impacts of the proposed mine. Audience members will engage with the information presented through both a Q&A and improv comedy show. \n4:30–5:30 PM: Doors open & Community Exhibits Viewing\n5:30–7:30 PM: Dinner & Program \nAbout the Speakers\nJoy Anderson\, JD-MN Center for Environmental Advocacy (MCEA) reviews mine permitting process and public input opportunities. Before joining MCEA\, Joy was a shareholder at Minneapolis law firm Gray Plant Mooty\, where she litigated cases and headed the firm’s pro bono program. Joy has provided more than 1\,200 hours of pro bono service and was named a 2018 Minnesota Attorney of the Year for her work on a pro bono case. She earned her law degree at William Mitchell College of Law and her B.A. in English and print journalism from the University of St. Thomas. \nBob Karls is a hydrogeologist with over 46 years of experience in solving environmental challenges. He has spent 40 years in consulting but has also worked for the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the US Geological Survey. Bob holds a bachelor’s degree in Geology and a master’s degree in Hydrology\, from University of Minnesota and Arizona University respectively. Bob is also on the Board of Directors of the Northern Waters Land Trust. \nHost Partner: Emily Mine Information Group \nEmily Mine Information Group’s mission is to “evaluate and disseminate information regarding the risks and benefits of the proposed Emily manganese mine to support economic opportunities in a manner consistent with sound natural resource conservation and community health.” \nThe work of the Minnesota Humanities Center is to create a stronger Minnesota by increasing our understanding of the beauty\, wisdom and stories of its people. Through partnerships\, we facilitate the spaces\, like Sketches of Minnesota\, that seek to build connections and deepen understanding of ourselves and our communities in pursuit of a more just society. \nThis event is made possible by the generous support of the Initiative Foundation. \nRegistration\nThis event is FREE\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/emily-sketches-of-minnesota-digging-into-the-emily-mine-what-lies-ahead/ LOCATION:Emily City Hall\, 39811 MN-6\, Emily\, 56447\, United States CATEGORIES:America 250,Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/event_sketches_mn_emily_2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T200000 DTSTAMP:20260803T215421Z CREATED:20260803T215421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T215421Z UID:10000717-1787248800-1787256000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Voices Forward: Teen Poets Imagine the Future DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of teen poetry with Voices Forward at the Bell Museum. Voices Forward is a poetry and public humanities project for emerging poets (ages 13-19) from across Minnesota. Through mentorship and workshops with acclaimed Minnesota poets\, teen poets spent the summer crafting poetry that explores the Smithsonian Folklife Festival’s themes around the 250th anniversary of the country: Remembering Together\, Harmonizing Together\, Moving Together\, and Building Together. \nAt this showcase\, students will read their poetry that imagines futures for themselves\, their communities\, and the nation—in their own words! The evening will also include reflections from the poetry mentors: Michael Bazzett\, Lester Batiste\, Tarik Dobbs\, and Amanda Rosas. The reading and reflections will be set against the backdrop of the Imagine the Future gallery\, grounding us in a space that invites us to work together\, uphold community\, think big\, wonder\, and boldly ask — what futures can we imagine? When you join us early\, you can explore this gallery and dive into writing and reflect prompts to try some writing of your own. \nSchedule\n6:00 p.m. – Doors open.\n6:00–7:00 p.m. – Participants can explore the gallery Imagine the Future\, with writing and reflection prompts. The Bell’s Curiosity Shop will be open.\n7:00 p.m. – Program participants will read their work.\n7:45 p.m. – Program ends. \nAbout Voices Forward\nVoices Forward is part of By the People: Conversations Beyond 250\, a series of community-driven programs created by humanities councils across the United States\, its territories\, and the District of Columbia in collaboration with local partners. Together\, these programs explore 250 years of the nation’s cultural life and imagine its shared future. The initiative was developed by the Federation of State Humanities Councils and the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage as a complement to the 2026 Smithsonian Folklife Festival. \nRegistration\nThis experience is free and open to all\, however registration is required. \nAccessibility Note: The Bell Museum is fully committed to creating an inclusive environment. We are proud to offer multiple services or resources. For additional information or to request an accommodation\, please contact the accessibility office at 612-625-4511 or bellaccess@umn.edu. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-voices-forward-teen-poets-imagine-the-future/ LOCATION:Bell Museum\, 2088 Larpenteur Ave W\, St. Paul\, 55113\, United States CATEGORIES:America 250,Books, Poetry, & Literature,Civic Renewal,Free,Kid Friendly,Twin Cities Metro,Voices Forward ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/event_voices_forward_showcase_2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T210000 DTSTAMP:20260720T134312Z CREATED:20260513T223334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T134312Z UID:10000667-1787252400-1787259600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Summer on the Lawn: Pickup Truck Opera DESCRIPTION:What better way to spend a summer evening than listening to great music and finding creative inspiration? Join MHC\, Mixed Precipitation\, and fellow participants for the Pickup Truck Opera’s presentation of “The Tales of Hoffmann.” Future meets past in the wild adventures of a traveling poet who encounters ghosts\, robots\, magicians\, and shape-shifting demons in pursuit of love and art! This contemporary mashup features 90’s grunge\, R&B\, and opera classics. Kick back\, relax\, and enjoy a musical extravaganza on the MHC lawn. \nPicnics\, lawn chairs\, sun umbrellas\, and blankets are welcome. Note that the performance is in an open field with minimal shade. Please plan accordingly. Restrooms will be available for use at the Minnesota Humanities Event Center. \nAbout Mixed Precipitation\nMixed Precipitation’s mission is to create festive theatrical events that inspire social engagement. Since 2009\, they have presented their signature events\, A Picnic Operetta and Pickup Truck Opera\, at community gardens\, urban farms\, parks\, orchards\, and vineyards throughout Minnesota. \nThis event is part of MHC’s 2026 Summer on the Lawn series. \nRegistration\nThis event is free to attend. Registration is encouraged but required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-summer-on-the-lawn-pickup-truck-opera/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Public Programming,Summer on the Lawn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/event_summer_lawn_pickup_truck_opera_2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Public Programming":MAILTO:programs@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T170000 DTSTAMP:20260727T224811Z CREATED:20260727T224811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T224811Z UID:10000714-1787400000-1787418000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Midwest Black Book Fair DESCRIPTION:The inaugural Midwest Black Book Fair\, which honors stories of the resistance and uplifting intersectional narratives of Blackness\, is a community-engaged event that honors Black stories and invites people from across the Midwest to participate. \nThis family friendly event will feature Black book vendors\, Black authors\, book signings/readings\, panel conversations\, writing and publishing workshops\, Black food vendors\, and more! Held during Black August\, the fair contributes to this month-long commemoration dedicated to honoring Black abolitionists\, freedom fighters\, and political prisoners. We are the stewards of these stories. \nBlack Garnet Books is leading this initiative\, partnering with local Black literary partners to advise on event production including: Strive Publishing & Bookstore\, Babycake’s Book Stack\, In Black Ink\, Griot Arts\, The Givens Collection\, More Than a Single Story\, Saint Paul Almanac\, Planting People Growing Justice\, Mind’s Eye Comics\, Uhuru Bookstore\, Network for the Development of Children of African Descent (NdCAD)\, and the MN Black Authors Expo. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration with Black Garnet Books is required. \nRegistration Questions: Contact Black Garnet Books \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minneapolis-midwest-black-book-fair/ LOCATION:Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center (UROC)\, 2001 Plymouth Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55411\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, & Literature,Free,Twin Cities Metro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/event_midwest_black_book_fair_2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Public Programming":MAILTO:programs@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T203000 DTSTAMP:20260617T154758Z CREATED:20260604T174942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T154758Z UID:10000681-1787763600-1787776200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Rochester - Sketches of Minnesota DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and Rochester community for a special return visit of the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events use laughter and comedy to celebrate Minnesota communities\, promote dialogue\, bridge divides\, and help find ways to work constructively across differences in today’s political environment. \nThis time\, we invite the Rochester community to take a deep dive into the topic of downtown Rochester – what it means and how it affects residents in the surrounding community and what challenges and opportunities lie ahead for its future. We will begin with a catered dinner conversation discussing downtown Rochester. An improv comedy troupe will listen in on the conversations\, take everything they heard from residents\, and bring it to life on stage through entirely unscripted improv comedy theater. Following the performance\, Rochester civic and community leaders will unpack the evening’s themes in a fireside chat. \n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner\n7:15–8:00 PM: Improv show\n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback w/ local leaders \nHost Partner: Rochester Art Center \nThe work of the Minnesota Humanities Center is to create a stronger Minnesota by increasing our understanding of the beauty\, wisdom and stories of its people. Through partnerships\, we facilitate the spaces\, like Sketches of Minnesota\, that seek to build connections and deepen understanding of ourselves and our communities in pursuit of a more just society. \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-2026/ LOCATION:Rochester Art Center\, 30 Civic Drive SE Ste 120\, Rochester\, MN\, 55904\, United States CATEGORIES:America 250,Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/event_sketches_mn_rochester_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T173000 DTSTAMP:20260826T143918Z CREATED:20260812T123535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T143918Z UID:10000719-1788451200-1788456600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online - Content Session – World History Eras: Framing the Big Questions DESCRIPTION:How do things change over time\, and what can we learn by examining those changes? This introductory session explores approaches to teaching world history that center inquiry\, historical thinking\, and multiple perspectives across time and place. Historian Trevor Getz will introduce key concepts—including change and continuity over time\, connecting the global and local\, and examining history at different scales—that will frame the World History Eras series. Using examples from agriculture\, complex societies\, the Islamic world\, revolutions\, imperialism\, and environmental change\, he will model inquiry-based approaches and share classroom resources. Dr. Getz will then join Katharine Gerbner in conversation about the ideas and questions that will guide educators throughout the series. \n\n\n\n\n\n+View Trevor Getz’s Bio\n\n\n\n\nTrevor R. Getz is a Professor of African and World History at San Francisco State University and Past President of the World History Association. His work in history education includes lead roles in projects completed for Khan Academy\, the OER Project\, Washington DC State Board of Education\, and New York City Board of Education. He is the author or co-author of eleven volumes\, including Abina and the Important Men\, which won the 2014 James Harvey Robinson Prize. Trevor creates world history comics for the New York Civics For All Comic Group and is co-lead for the open-source agentive-AI history archive HistoryGenie. He builds historical buildings in Lego\, plays with trains\, and is the recipient of the American Historical Association’s 2020 Eugene Asher Distinguished Teaching Award. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll Content Sessions will be held via Zoom and supported through a Minnesota Department of Education (MDE)-hosted Canvas learning community. Registered participants will have access to session recordings\, curated resources\, and collaborative planning tools through the Canvas course. \n\n\nHigh school World History teachers and 8th grade educators are encouraged to participate in companion Pedagogy Sessions\, which explore inquiry-based instructional approaches and classroom applications for each era. \n\nThis offering is part of Navigating the World History Eras: Content\, Pedagogy\, and Inquiry in the Classroom\, a yearlong professional learning opportunity presented by MHC and MDE that supports implementation of Minnesota’s 2021 K–12 Academic Standards in Social Studies. \n\nK-12 Educators will receive 1.5 clock hours upon completion of the event. \n\nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. Separate registration is required for each offering. \n\nRegistration Questions: brittany.rawson-haeg@state.mn.us \n\nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-content-session-world-history-eras-framing-the-big-questions/ LOCATION:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-content-session-world-history-eras-framing-the-big-questions/ CATEGORIES:Academic Standards,Clock Hours/CEUs,Content Session,Free,K-12 Education,Professional Development,Social Studies Standards,World History Eras ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/event_world_history_eras_big_questions.png ORGANIZER;CN="K-12 Education":MAILTO:education@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T130000 DTSTAMP:20260901T182359Z CREATED:20260810T212237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T182359Z UID:10000726-1788606000-1788613200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Film Screening: The Making of America DESCRIPTION:Join us to kick off the film tour for The Making of America from OMG Studios. This event includes a film screening\, panel discussion\, and art showcase: Reconstruction 2.0: Allegories of a Better World. \nThis documentary film explores how Enlightenment-era systems of knowledge shaped what became the United States of America. Directed by Monique Linder\, and produced by OMG Studios in partnership with Minnesota Humanities Center\, the film explores how Enlightenment-era systems of knowledge—art\, science\, architecture\, and cartography—produced enduring frameworks for racial slavery\, territorial extraction\, and Indigenous dispossession in what became the United States of America. \nThe showcase features works submitted by artists nationwide\, which examine themes such as virtue and moral courage; nobility beyond class or status; truth\, justice\, and liberation; reconstruction and unlearning; memory\, history\, and inherited systems; cultural healing and collective imagination; and more. \nEvent Schedule\nArt exhibition will be open to view when the Visitor Center opens at 10:00 am\n11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Art Showcase & Networking\n12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Film Screening\n12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Post Screening Discussion \n \nRegistration\nThis event is free and open to the public. Registration is encouraged but not required. Access to the Visitor Center exhibit and historic fort require site admission. You can watch the trailer on our website. \nRegistration Questions: ftsnelling@mnhs.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-film-screening-the-making-of-america/ LOCATION:Historic Fort Snelling\, 200 Tower Rd\, St. Paul\, 55111\, United States CATEGORIES:America 250,Free,Juneteenth,Public Programming,Twin Cities Metro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/event_making_of_america_film_tour_2026.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Public Programming":MAILTO:programs@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T203000 DTSTAMP:20260617T154816Z CREATED:20260603T213154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T154816Z UID:10000679-1789059600-1789072200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Marshall - Sketches of Minnesota DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and Marshall community for the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events use laughter and comedy to celebrate Minnesota communities\, promote dialogue\, bridge divides\, and help find ways to work constructively across differences in today’s political environment. \nBeginning with a catered meal\, these gatherings invite audience members to share what makes their town great\, what they think people get wrong about it\, what local divisions concern them\, and what future they imagine. An improv comedy troupe listens in on the conversations\, takes everything they heard from residents\, and brings it to life on stage through entirely unscripted improv comedy theater. \n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner\n7:15–8:00 PM: Improv show\n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback \nHost Partners: Lyon County Historical Society Museum and Visit Marshall \nThe work of the Minnesota Humanities Center is to create a stronger Minnesota by increasing our understanding of the beauty\, wisdom and stories of its people. Through partnerships\, we facilitate the spaces\, like Sketches of Minnesota\, that seek to build connections and deepen understanding of ourselves and our communities in pursuit of a more just society. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/marshall-sketches-of-minnesota/ LOCATION:Marshall Area YMCA\, 200 South A St\, Marshall\, 56258\, United States CATEGORIES:America 250,Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/event_sketches_mn_marshall_2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T173000 DTSTAMP:20260826T143941Z CREATED:20260812T123529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T143941Z UID:10000720-1789660800-1789666200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online - Pedagogy Session – World History Eras: Teaching Through Inquiry DESCRIPTION:Building on the big questions\, historical thinking\, and resources introduced in the Content Session\, experienced classroom educators will lead a hands-on workshop focused on applying the inquiry-based instructional framework that will guide the World History Eras series. Participants will explore the unit planning template\, examine standards-aligned approaches to instruction\, and begin developing compelling and supporting questions that will serve as the foundation for teaching each era. \nAll Pedagogy Sessions will be held via Zoom. Educators who participate in all Pedagogy Sessions will leave the year with a complete World History course aligned to the new social studies standards. \nEducators are encouraged to participate in companion Content Sessions\, which provide the historical content and sources that inform instruction for each era. \nThis offering is part of Navigating the World History Eras: Content\, Pedagogy\, and Inquiry in the Classroom\, a yearlong professional learning opportunity presented by MHC and MDE that supports implementation of Minnesota’s 2021 K–12 Academic Standards in Social Studies. \nK-12 Educators will receive 1.5 clock hours upon completion of the event. \nRegistration\nPedagogy Sessions are designed for high school World History teachers and may also be relevant for 8th 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\, however registration is required. Separate registration is required for each offering. \nRegistration Questions: brittany.rawson-haeg@state.mn.us \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-pedagogy-session-world-history-eras-teaching-through-inquiry/ LOCATION:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-pedagogy-session-world-history-eras-teaching-through-inquiry/ CATEGORIES:Academic Standards,Clock Hours/CEUs,Free,K-12 Education,Pedagogy Session,Professional Development,Social Studies Standards,World History Eras ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/world_history_pedagogy_teaching_through_inquiry.png ORGANIZER;CN="K-12 Education":MAILTO:education@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T193000 DTSTAMP:20260916T200544Z CREATED:20260810T195826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T200544Z UID:10000725-1789668000-1789673400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Lanesboro - Minnesota Writers Off the Page: Thomas Maltman DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging evening with Thomas Maltman and his newest novel\, Ashes to Ashes\, winner of the 2026 Minnesota Book Award for Novel/Short Story. Unfolding over the course of Lent\, and against a background of rural ministry and ancient mythology\, the novel tells the story of three teenagers in small town Minnesota\, each dealing with their own personal trials. Maltman will be joined in conversation by fellow writer and Minnesota Book Award winner Mubanga Kalimamukwento\, on what about Minnesota inspires authors\, and in particular how Vikings\, magical realism\, and mysticism make for gripping storytelling. 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 provided\, copies of Ashes to Ashes will be available for purchase\, and the evening will finish with a book signing. \nThomas Maltman’s first novel\, The Night Birds\, won an Alex Award\, a Spur Award\, and the Friends of American Writers Literary Award. In 2009\, the American Library Association chose The Night Birds as an “Outstanding Book for the College Bound.” Little Wolves\, his second novel\, won the All Iowa Reads selection in 2014. His third novel\, The Land\, was published in 2020. In July of 2025\, Soho Press published his fourth novel\, Ashes to Ashes\, which was the winner of the 2026 MN Book Awards for Novel/Short Story. He teaches at Normandale Community College and lives in the Twin Cities area with his wife\, a Lutheran pastor\, and his three daughters. \nMubanga Kalimamukwento was born in Lusaka\, Zambia. Her creative work has appeared or is forthcoming in adda\, Aster(ix)\, Contemporary Verse 2\, Kweli\, Overland\, The Ex-Puritan\, Menelique\, on Netflix\, and elsewhere\, and her editorial work can be found or is forthcoming in Shenandoah\, the Water~Stone Review\, Doek! Literary Magazine\, and Safundi. Her book\, Obligations to the Wounded\, was the winner of the 2025 Minnesota Book Awards for Novel/Short Story\, amongst other honors. She founded Ubwali Literary Magazine and co-founded the Idembeka Creative Writing Workshop. When she’s not writing or editing\, Mubanga serves as a Mentor at the Minnesota Prison Writing Workshop. She is a PhD student in the Department of Gender\, Women & Sexuality Studies at the University of Minnesota (Twin-Cities)\, where she is also an Interdisciplinary Center for the Study of Global Change (ICGC) Scholar. Mubanga lives in Minnesota with her husband and their two children. \nThis event is presented in partnership with Garden Party Books\, an independent bookstore in Rochester\, Minnesota\, that celebrates reading\, books\, and the community. \nThis 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 has been postponed. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/lanesboro-minnesota-writers-off-the-page-thomas-maltman/ LOCATION:Sons of Norway – Heimbygda Lodge\, 200 Parkway Ave S\, Lanesboro\, 55949\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, & Literature,Free,Greater Minnesota,Minnesota Writers Off the Page,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/event_mn_writers_thomas_maltman-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Public Programming":MAILTO:programs@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T213000 DTSTAMP:20260916T165106Z CREATED:20260513T223322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T165106Z UID:10000669-1789756200-1789767000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Summer on the Lawn: "Black Panther" Movie Book Club DESCRIPTION:The State Fair is over\, Labor Day has come and gone\, and homework is back. Summer’s end can be tough\, but MHC’s Summer on the Lawn series closes the season on a high note with a community conversation and outdoor screening of a modern movie classic! In partnership with TriLingua Cinema and SAGE GRAY\, Summer on the Lawn presents “Black Panther” movie book club. SAGE GRAY\, a noted scholar of Afrofuturist Design and developer of the Wakanda Syllabus\, will begin the evening with a community discussion about the impact of the “Black Panther” multiverse and its importance to history and contemporary culture. GRAY will then introduce a screening of “Black Panther\,” an epic tale about the struggles and triumphs of T’Challa\, King of Wakanda and the superhero Black Panther\, as he faces the dual challenges of archrival Killmonger\, a pretender to the Wakandan throne\, and the political difficulties of securing the safety and sovereignty of his country. \nThis film is rated PG-13 and runs for 134 minutes. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to consult Common Sense Media for more information on film content. \nShowtime begins right after sunset (approximately 7:20 p.m.). Light refreshments will be provided by TriLingua Cinema and MHC. Picnics\, lawn chairs\, and blankets are welcome. Note that the screening is in an open field with minimal shade. Please plan accordingly. Restrooms will be available for use at the Minnesota Humanities Event Center. In case of inclement weather\, the screening will be moved indoors to the Minnesota Humanities Event Center. \nAbout TriLingua Cinema\nTriLingua Cinema is a nonprofit traveling cinema with the mission of utilizing films to build community among the diverse residents of Saint Paul’s East Side. Their ultimate goal is to open a brick-and-mortar movie theater in Payne-Phalen or Dayton’s Bluff. \nThis event is part of MHC’s 2026 Summer on the Lawn series. \nRegistration\nThis event is free to attend. Registration is encouraged but required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-summer-on-the-lawn-black-panther-movie-book-club/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Films, Plays, & Performances,Free,Kid Friendly,Public Programming,Summer on the Lawn,Twin Cities Metro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/event_summer_lawn_black_panther_2026.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Public Programming":MAILTO:programs@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T160000 DTSTAMP:20260904T182300Z CREATED:20260904T182300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T182300Z UID:10000762-1789815600-1789833600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Red Wing – Minnesota Children’s Book Festival DESCRIPTION:The 27th annual Minnesota Children’s Book Festival will be held on Saturday\, September 19\, 2026 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. This beloved event features presentations of new books by award-winning authors and illustrators writing for young readers through middle grade. Taking place at the Anderson Center’s beautiful\, historic Tower View campus\, the Children’s Book Festival is an ideal opportunity for families to connect\, learn and play. \nThroughout the afternoon\, each author or illustrator presents their work\, reads from their book\, and participates in a meet & greet and book signing booth. Taking place outdoors\, the event also features hands-on activities that engage the mind\, body\, and imagination. With balloons\, facepainting\, art-making\, kid-friendly food trucks\, and more\, there’s something to delight the inner child in all of us. \nThis event is FREE and all ages are welcome! \nThe Minnesota Humanities Center will be tabling throughout the day — stop by to say hello\, learn more about our book projects\, and let us know you saw the event on our website to win a prize! \nFor a complete schedule of events\, please visit the Anderson Center website. \nSchedule of Events URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/red-wing-minnesota-childrens-book-festival-2026/ LOCATION:Anderson Center at Tower View\, 163 Tower View Drive\, Red Wing\, MN\, 55066\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, & Literature,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_mn_childrens_book_festival_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Public Programming":MAILTO:programs@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T190000 DTSTAMP:20260827T143419Z CREATED:20260827T143419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T143419Z UID:10000759-1789837200-1789844400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Rochester - NUESTRO NORTE Community Screening DESCRIPTION:Join us for a public screening of NUESTRO NORTE during the Rochester Latino Fest\, presented in partnership with co-producer LatinoLEAD and community host\, Alliance of Chicanos\, Hispanics and Latin Americans (ACHLA)\, a grassroots nonprofit serving the Rochester area and southeastern Minnesota. \nNUESTRO NORTE is a cinematic portrait of five community leaders from across metro and greater Minnesota\, their lived stories interwoven with symbolic fiction scenes and original musical performances. More than a documentary\, the film seeks to offer a collective vision\, celebrating Latine leadership while reflecting on history\, diversity\, community investment\, innovation\, and the strength of intergenerational ties. \nThe screening of NUESTRO NORTE will be followed by a panel reflection\, and special recognition of Rochester’s deep Latine history\, leadership\, and cultural roots. \nBelow is the approximate schedule of when the screening will occur during the festival. Please refer to the official festival website for the most current schedule: \n5:45 p.m. – NUESTRO NORTE Screening\n6:15 p.m. – Panel Reflection\n7:00 p.m. – Festival Concludes \n\n\n\n\n\n \nRegistration\nThis is a public event and registration is not required. Visit the official Latino Fest website for more information. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/rochester-nuestro-norte-community-screening/ LOCATION:Historic Chateau Theater\, 15 1st Street Southwest\, Rochester\, MN\, 55902\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Greater Minnesota,Immersive Experiences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/event_nuestro_norte.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Immersive Experiences":MAILTO:immersive@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T203000 DTSTAMP:20260921T163242Z CREATED:20260810T180920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T163242Z UID:10000723-1790272800-1790281800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Duluth - Objects of War: A Storytelling Circle of Service\, Memory\, & Community DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Humanities Center invites you to join us for an engaging evening focused on conversation\, reflection\, and storytelling. For Objects of War\, participants are asked to bring an item connected to military service or the experience of war and conflict — which could be dog tags\, a service member’s good luck charm\, or a family heirloom — and share the story of this item during the evening. Moderated by trained facilitators\, the conversation will help participants understand why we hold on to certain objects\, and how these objects help us better understand the human impacts of war. Come prepared to share a story\, listen to others\, and enjoy a light meal together. \nThis program is part of MHC’s Many Fronts initiative\, which supports Humanities programming that explores the human impact of war and conflict\, its historical\, social\, and political underpinnings\, and the voices and narratives that help us to increase our understanding about one another and war. \nAs the Minnesota Humanities Center commemorates 250 years since the founding of the United States\, Objects of War invites us to reflect on the experiences of those whose lives have been shaped by military service\, war\, and conflict. Through personal objects and stories\, participants will consider how service and sacrifice are remembered across generations and how these experiences have shaped our communities and our shared history. \nObjects of War is presented in partnership with the St. Louis County Historical Society who for more than 100 years has preserved a collection of 14\,000 artifacts reflecting the vastness and cultural depth of our Northland servicemembers. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/duluth-objects-of-war-a-storytelling-circle-of-service-memory-community/ LOCATION:American Legion Post 71\, 5814 Grand Ave\, Duluth\, MN\, 55807\, United States CATEGORIES:America 250,Free,Greater Minnesota,Many Fronts,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/event_objects_of_war_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Public Programming":MAILTO:programs@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T203000 DTSTAMP:20260810T152135Z CREATED:20260625T193942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T152135Z UID:10000697-1790355600-1790368200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Worthington - Sketches of Minnesota DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and Worthington community for the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events use laughter and comedy to celebrate Minnesota communities\, promote dialogue\, bridge divides\, and help find ways to work constructively across differences in today’s political environment. \nBeginning with a catered meal\, these gatherings invite audience members to share what makes their town great\, what they think people get wrong about it\, what local divisions concern them\, and what future they imagine. An improv comedy troupe listens in on the conversations\, takes everything they heard from residents\, and brings it to life on stage through entirely unscripted improv comedy theater. \n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner\n7:15–8:00 PM: Improv Show\n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback \nHost Partner: FORWARD Worthington \nThe work of the Minnesota Humanities Center is to create a stronger Minnesota by increasing our understanding of the beauty\, wisdom and stories of its people. Through partnerships\, we facilitate the spaces\, like Sketches of Minnesota\, that seek to build connections and deepen understanding of ourselves and our communities in pursuit of a more just society. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/worthington-sketches-of-minnesota/ LOCATION:Pioneer Village\, 1600 Stower Drive\, # 2\, Worthington\, MN\, 56187\, United States CATEGORIES:America 250,Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/event_sketches_mn_worthington_2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T173000 DTSTAMP:20260825T201644Z CREATED:20260812T123525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T201644Z UID:10000721-1790870400-1790875800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online - Content Session – World History Era One: Early Human History (250\,000 BCE-2\,000 BCE) DESCRIPTION:Investigate the origins of humanity through the evidence early people left behind\, exploring how historians\, archaeologists\, and scientists reconstruct the earliest chapters of human history. Dr. Katharine Gerbner\, historian and scholarly lead for this series\, will facilitate a conversation with historians Katherine (Kat) Hayes\, Sofía Pacheco-Forés\, and Bula Wayessa. Each historian will present their scholarship\, drawing on primary and secondary sources to explore how environment\, migration\, and material evidence shape our understanding of the ancient world. This session provides deep historical context\, source analysis\, and thematic framing for teaching this era\, with opportunities for participant questions and discussion. \n\n\n\n\n\n+View Katherine Hayes’ Bio\n\n\n\n\nKatherine (Kat) Hayes is Professor of Anthropology and Director of the Heritage Studies and Public History program at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. She is trained as an archaeologist and received her PhD in Anthropology from the University of California Berkeley. Her earlier work explored sites of settler colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous and enslaved populations in the Northeast US. More recently she has focused on the ethics of archaeological knowledge production and of collecting. Her projects have facilitated repatriation of University and museum collections\, investigated the historical production of heritage sites such as Historic Fort Snelling\, and collaborated on interpretive exhibits on historical and archaeological sites.\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n+View Sofía Pacheco-Forés’ Bio\n\n\n\n\nSofía Pacheco-Forés is a bioarchaeologist whose research focuses on migration in ancient Mexico. She uses bone and tooth chemistry in conjunction with human skeletal and dental morphology to reconstruct ancient migration patterns to understand the experiences of past migrants and their recipient communities. She examines the role migration played in social and cultural change\, including in ancient state formation\, the spread of novel material culture complexes\, the expression of social inequality\, and eruptions of mass violence. She has on-going collaborative research projects in central Mexico\, Oaxaca\, and northwestern Mexico. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n+View Bula Wayessa’s Bio\n\n\n\n\nBula Wayessa is an Associate Professor of Archaeology in the Department of African American & African Studies at the University of Minnesota. His scholarly interests include agricultural change\, food systems\, social identity\, mobility\, memory\, materiality\, and ontology. Through ethnoarchaeological approaches\, his work explores how materialities shape social life\, cultural continuity\, and historical transformation. He has conducted extensive field research in Ethiopia and has published widely on topics including foodways\, technology\, heritage\, and the ethnoarchaeology of everyday life. His work contributes to broader discussions on African archaeology\, decolonizing archaeological practice\, and the relationships between people\, objects\, and environments across time. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll Content Sessions will be held via Zoom and supported through a Minnesota Department of Education (MDE)-hosted Canvas learning community. Registered participants will have access to session recordings\, curated resources\, and collaborative planning tools through the Canvas course. \n\n\nHigh school World History teachers and 8th grade educators are encouraged to participate in companion Pedagogy Sessions\, which explore inquiry-based instructional approaches and classroom applications for each era. \n\nThis offering is part of Navigating the World History Eras: Content\, Pedagogy\, and Inquiry in the Classroom\, a yearlong professional learning opportunity presented by MHC and MDE that supports implementation of Minnesota’s 2021 K–12 Academic Standards in Social Studies. \n\nK-12 Educators will receive 1.5 clock hours upon completion of the event. \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\, however registration is required. Separate registration is required for each offering. \n\nRegistration Questions: brittany.rawson-haeg@state.mn.us \n\nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-content-session-world-history-era-one/ LOCATION:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-content-session-world-history-era-one/ CATEGORIES:Academic Standards,Clock Hours/CEUs,Content Session,Free,K-12 Education,Professional Development,Social Studies Standards,World History Eras ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/event_world_history_content_era_one-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="K-12 Education":MAILTO:education@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T203000 DTSTAMP:20260702T180328Z CREATED:20260625T154503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T180328Z UID:10000696-1790874000-1790886600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Iron Range - Sketches of Minnesota DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and Iron Range community for the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour at the Minnesota Discovery Center! These free events use laughter and comedy to celebrate Minnesota communities\, promote dialogue\, bridge divides\, and help find ways to work constructively across differences in today’s political environment. \nBeginning with a free catered meal\, these gatherings invite audience members to share what makes their town great\, what they think people get wrong about it\, what local divisions concern them\, and what future they imagine. An improv comedy troupe listens in on the conversations\, takes everything they heard from residents\, and brings it to life on stage through entirely unscripted improv comedy theater. \n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner\n7:15–8:00 PM: Improv show\n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback \nHost Partner: Chisholm Community Foundation and Hibbing Foundation \nThe work of the Minnesota Humanities Center is to create a stronger Minnesota by increasing our understanding of the beauty\, wisdom and stories of its people. Through partnerships\, we facilitate the spaces\, like Sketches of Minnesota\, that seek to build connections and deepen understanding of ourselves and our communities in pursuit of a more just society. \nThis event is made possible by the generous support of the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/iron-range-sketches-of-minnesota/ LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Dr\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States CATEGORIES:America 250,Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/event_sketches_mn_iron_range_2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Civic Renewal":MAILTO:civics@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261005T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261005T200000 DTSTAMP:20260918T194653Z CREATED:20260916T191048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T194653Z UID:10000771-1791225000-1791230400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - In Our Words: MN BIPOC Writers Series Launch with David Mura & Carolyn Holbrook DESCRIPTION:Image by SpiritFolk \nJoin us for an engaging evening with Carolyn Holbrook and David Mura\, celebrating their new radio series\, In Our Words: MN BIPOC Writers\, with guests Danez Smith and Anthony Ceballos. \nFollowing the panel discussion between the authors\, audience members are invited to participate in a Q&A session with the featured speakers. Light refreshments will be provided\, copies of books from all authors featured in the In Our Words: MN BIPOC Writers series will be available for purchase\, and the evening will finish with book signings. \nThis event is presented in partnership with AMPERS and the University of Minnesota Press. SubText Bookstore will be on site selling books from all featured authors in this series. \nIn Our Words: MN BIPOC Writers is a new radio series highlighting Minnesota’s Black\, Indigenous and people of color authors\, thinkers and activists\, hosted by Carolyn Holbrook and David Mura. In conversations with authors across genre\, region\, and career\, Carolyn and David explore these writers’ lasting legacy and emerging work\, and how they’ve bent the arc of justice in Minnesota and across the country. In Our Words is produced by AMPERS\, with support from the Minnesota Humanities Center and the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund. \nAuthors featured in the first season of In Our Words: MN BIPOC Writers are: Alexs Pate\, Anthony Ceballos\, Bao Phi\, Carl Gawboy\, Crown Sheperd\, Heid Erdrich\, Danez Smith\, Jokeda “JoJo” Bell\, Kennedy Gisege\, Marcie Rendon\, Marian Hassan\, Rebecca Nichloson\, Sarah Warren\, Sun Yung Shin\, and Swati Avasthi. \nThe Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations (AMPERS) is the largest statewide association of community radio stations in the United States. AMPERS supports 17 stations through revenue generation\, training\, member convenings\, and original news\, arts\, and culture programming\, such as In Our Words. \n\nView Carolyn Holbrook’s Bio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nCarolyn Holbrook is founder and Director of More Than a Single Story. Her memoir in essays\, Tell Me Your Names and I Will Testify (U of M Press\, 2020)\, won the 2021 Minnesota Book Award for Memoir and Creative Nonfiction. She is co-editor with David Mura of the anthology\, We Are Meant to Rise: Voices for Justice from Minneapolis to the World (U of M Press & More Than a Single Story 2021)\, and is co-author with Arleta Little of Minnesota civil rights icon\, Dr. Josie R. Johnson’s memoir\, Hope In the Struggle (University of Minnesota Press\, 2019). She was a Contributing Editor for Water~Stone Review (Vol. 24\, 2021-2022 Hamline University). She has taught at Hamline University\, Minneapolis College\, The Loft Literary Center and other community venues. Her awards include the Minnesota Book Awards Kay Sexton Award\, 2010; Hamline University Exemplary Teacher\, 2014; 50 over 50\, 2017; Celebrate the Sistas\, 2020; Flowers Now!\, 2024. She was the 2025 McKnight Distinguished Artist. \n\n\n\n  \n\nView David Mura’s Bio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDavid Mura was well into his twenties before he began to explore his Asian American identity. His Japanese American parents had been incarcerated in internment camps during World War II\, and in response to their traumatic experience\, they abandoned their Japanese roots to try to assimilate into white\, middle-class America. When the Ordway Theater in St. Paul\, Minnesota\, staged a presentation of Miss Saigon in 1992\, Mura published “Secrets and Anger” in Mother Jones\, a scathing critique of the play’s racist undertones. In response\, Mura was ostracized from the local\, dominantly white writing community\, yet in its place he found a deeper connection with other BIPOC writers and eventually started an Asian American arts organization in the Twin Cities. Mura’s upcoming book\, Exit\, Miss Saigon\, is a clear-eyed examination of a variety of issues affecting Asian Americans: anti-Asian hate crimes during the pandemic\, affirmative action\, racial and sexual stereotypes in the media\, interracial relationships and raising mixed-race children\, the legacy of Japanese American internment\, and the shortfalls of therapy in addressing race. It will be released on October 6\, 2026. \n\n\n\n  \n\nView Danez Smith’s Bio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDanez Smith is the author of four collections including Don’t Call Us Dead\, Homie\, and most recently Bluff\, a finalist for the 2025 Pulitzer Prize in Poetry. They are also the curator of Blues In Stereo: The Early Works of Langston Hughes. For their work\, Danez won the Forward Prize for Best Collection\, the Minnesota Book Award in Poetry\, the Lambda Literary Award for Gay Poetry\, the Kate Tufts Discovery Award\, a Pushcart Prize and was a finalist for the NAACP Image Award the Anisfield-Wolf Book Award\, the National Book Critics Circle Award\, and the National Book Award. Danez lives in the Twin Cities and teaches at the Randolph College MFA program Their fifth collection of poems\, Love Time\, will be published in September 2027. \n\n\n\n  \n\nView Anthony Ceballos’ Bio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnthony Ceballos lives and writes in Minneapolis\, where he can be found penning staff recommendations at Birchbark Books & Native Arts\, a small\, independent\, Native owned bookstore in the Kenwood Neighborhood. In 2022 he was selected to be a participant in the inaugural Indigenous Nations Poets retreat in Washington DC\, as well as their 2024 retreat in the Twin Cities and their 2026 retreat in Arizona. He earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in creative writing from Hamline University in St. Paul\, Minnesota\, and his Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Randolph College in Virginia. He is a first-generation descendant of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. Glassful of Prayer is his first poetry collection. \n\n\n\n  \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nQuestions: programs@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-in-our-words-mn-bipoc-writers-series-launch/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, & Literature,Free,Public Programming,Twin Cities Metro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/event_in_our_words_2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Public Programming":MAILTO:programs@mnhum.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR