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  • Duluth – Reckoning With Slavery: MN African American History Film Screening & “Where Do We Go From Here?” Community Talk

    Marcus Duluth Cinema 300 Harbor Dr, Duluth, MN, United States

    Award-Winning MN African American History Film Announces Fall 2024 Tour “Best Short Documentary” (Santa Barbara International Movie Awards) and “Best Producer” (Hollywood Discovery Awards) film, Juneteenth Reckoning with Slavery: MN African American History, announces a 5-city tour happening this Fall. About the Film This documentary challenges our understanding of slavery, its impact on Minnesota, and […]

    Free
  • Examining Military Service from the Margins

    Winona – Examining Military Service From the Margins

    Winona County Historical Society 160 Johnson Street, Winona, MN, United States

    Session 2: How has the military service of certain populations been hidden devalued, limited, or discriminated against? Veterans, active service members, and civilians are invited to contribute to the “Examining Military Service From the Margins” discussion series.

    Free

  • Students participating in National History Day pose for a photo in front a display.

    Marshall – National History Day: Honoring Histories with Care

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

    Curious about National History Day and how to present historical content in ways that honor and respect diverse communities?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

  • Ancient Indigenous paintings on the side of a cliff face.

    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
  • Minnesota Civics Pre-Conference Professional Development.

    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
  • Minnesota Civics Pre-Conference Professional Development.

    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

  • Three women in headscarves toast one another with brightly colored tea cups.

    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
  • Two women stop to watch a video at the "We Are Water MN" traveling exhibit.

    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
  • History Day judges pause to take photo at a National History Day event.

    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

  • A composite image featuring a child smiling next to a microphone along with the cover art for "Latino Poetry: The Library of America Anthology," edited by Rigoberto Gonzalez.

    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
  • Two women stop to watch a video at the "We Are Water MN" traveling exhibit.

    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