Minnesota Humanities Center
  • Bemidji – Winter Rural Indian Education Gathering

    Beltrami Electric Cooperative Inc. 4111 Technology Dr NW, Bemidji, MN, United States

    Join us for the American Indian Education Networking Winter Gathering hosted by Bemidji Area Schools. District leadership teams, Site leadership teams, School leadership teams, and leaders regarding American Indian and Indigenous Education are encouraged to attend.

    Free
  • St. Cloud – Minnesota Civics Summit: Civics Organizations and Civics Education Professionals

    Atwood Memorial Center, St. Cloud University 720 4th Ave. South, St. Cloud, MN, United States

    Come join us to showcase your civics program or offering, with a goal to provide a comprehensive directory of civics resources for teachers to engage 11th -12th grade students in their learning. Can’t attend? Email information about your civics offering for our statewide directory of civics resources to civics@lwvmn.org. 11:30am - Lunch & Networking 9:00am […]

    Free
  • St. Cloud – Minnesota Civics Summit: Pre-Conference Professional Development

    Atwood Memorial Center, St. Cloud University 720 4th Ave. South, St. Cloud, MN, United States

    What does it look like to build a classroom where students have productive discussions on challenging topics? A key evidence-based practice in civics education is the discussion of current events and controversial issues, but in today’s polarized political climate, many students are experiencing fewer opportunities to engage in these kinds of essential discussions in their […]

    Free
  • Rochester – Headscarf Story Circle Gathering

    Griot Arts 115 N Broadway Ave, Rochester, MN, United States

    The Minnesota Humanities Center often hosts Headscarf Story Circles – a series of offerings that recognize the strength and resiliency of women. Our community of Rochester is pleased to announce that on Saturday March 8, 2025, we will gather through shared connections of the headscarf and its complexity.

    Free
  • Ortonville – We Are Water MN

    Ortonville High School 200 Trojan Dr, Ortonville, MN, United States

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

    Free
  • Ortonville – Spring Expo and Water Bar

    Ortonville High School 200 Trojan Dr, Ortonville, MN, United States

    Visit the nationally acclaimed We Are Water MN traveling exhibit in the Ortonville High School Commons! Then head downstairs to the Spring Expo (formerly Sports and Leisure Show), where you can chat with local exhibit hosts, get your well water tested for nitrates, and refresh yourself at the Water Bar (where “water is all we have”).

    Free
  • Erskine – National History Day Educator Workshop

    Garden Valley Technologies 206 Vance Ave. S., Erskine, United States

    Educators will receive 4.5 clock hours and a $75 stipend following their participation in the workshop. Curious about National History Day and how to present historical content in ways that honor and respect diverse communities? Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society, for a workshop designed for 6-12th grade educators.

    Free
  • Rochester – Resistance, Voice, and Verse: A Latino Poetry Reading

    Rochester Public Library 101 2nd St SE, Rochester, United States

    Join us for a special Poetry Month celebration of Latino poetry at the Rochester Public Library! This engaging event will feature readings of powerful poems, and opportunities for discussion and reflection. Students from Rochester Public Schools will read poems from the recently released anthology, “Latino Poetry: The Library of America Anthology” as well as their […]

    Free
  • Ely – We Are Water MN

    Ely Area Community Hub 760 Miners Drive E, Ely, MN, United States

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

    Free
  • Ely – We Are Water MN Opening Celebration

    Ely Area Community Hub 760 Miners Drive E, Ely, MN, United States

    Celebrate the opening night of the We Are Water MN exhibit at the Ely Area Community Hub by joining the Ely Folk School and Reflections Dance Company for this interactive performance! The exhibit will be open for guests to peruse and enjoy and will feature a "Water Bar" for folks to sample different drinking water from our area.

    Free
  • Canceled Marshall – The Power of Poetry: A Social Studies Bundling Workshop

    Southwest West Central Service Cooperative 1420 East College Drive, Marshall, MN, United States

    K-12 Educators will receive 4 clock hours. Are you interested in teaching poetry to your students? Would you like to learn more about aligning poetry to academic standards and benchmarks? If so, this workshop is for you!

    Free
  • St. Cloud – Headscarf Story Circle Gathering

    St. Cloud Multicultural Mall 3123 Roosevelt Rd., St. Cloud, MN, United States

    The Minnesota Humanities Center Headscarf Story Circles is a series of offerings that recognize the strength and resiliency of women. Our St. Cloud community will gather through shared connections of the headscarf and engage in conversations around health and wellness.

    Free