BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Minnesota Humanities Center - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Minnesota Humanities Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.mnhum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Minnesota Humanities Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20220420T183002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T202228Z UID:10000241-1694248200-1694269800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Learning from Place: Bdote DESCRIPTION:Learning from Place: Bdote is an immersive experience that brings participants to sites of great significance to Dakota people in the Twin Cities. Participants will learn from Dakota community members through stories and histories that have often been left out of our state’s history. This experience is open to the general public and is particularly beneficial for educators who want to include new perspectives in their history curriculum. \nLearning from Place: Bdote will begin at Indian Mounds Park in St. Paul. We will also be visiting Fort Snelling State Park (parking permit is required) and Pilot Knob Preservation Site. We will be outside the entire time. Participants need to provide their own transportation\, lunch\, snacks and beverages. \nK-12 educators will receive 5 clock hours. \nIndigenous people of this place have the longest relationship to the land. Because of the nature of this program and experience\, the fee is waived for indigenous participants. Contact Eden Bart at eden@mnhum.org before registering. \nThis experience involves nearly 1.5 miles of walking throughout the day\, sometimes on unpaved paths\, as well as standing for periods of time. We do provide audio headsets for amplification of the tour guides and to support social distancing. For specific inquiries about accessibility\, please contact Eden Bart at eden@mnhum.org or 651-772-4261. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nRegistration for this event has SOLD OUT. We are no longer accepting registrations for the Waitlist. \nWant to know more about Learning from Place: Bdote?\nLearn more about the Learning from Place: Bdote offering.\n \nLearn More URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/lfp-bdote-september/ LOCATION:Indian Mounds Regional Park\, 10 Mounds Blvd\, St. Paul\, 55106 CATEGORIES:CEUs/Clock Hours,Immersive Experiences,Learning from Place,Professional Development,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/event_lfp_bdote_2023.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230819T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230819T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20230615T182509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T182516Z UID:10000368-1692435600-1692460800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Headscarf Story Circle: The Promise DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) is excited to host Headscarf Story Circle – a series of offerings that recognizes the strength and resiliency of women. Join us as we gather together through the shared connection of the headscarf and its complexity. Guests are encouraged to wear a headscarf or head dress that is symbolic of anything from a fashion statement\, cultural identity\, health related\, or memories\, and beliefs. \nWe kicked off the series by introducing women to each other through “Tea” followed by the “The Gift” where women exchanged symbolic items representing life lessons and personal power. Now we arrive at our third event “The Promise\,” a commitment to memorialize our story of who we are\, the lessons we’ve learned\, and how we can use our abilities and stories to support each other regardless of our differences. \nJoin us for a day-long retreat filled with cultural dancing and sharing\, food\, and many ways to memorialize the promise through writing\, comedy\, painting\, and creating a personal artifact. \nWe are honored to feature the talent and cultural knowledge of women leaders and artists from the following organizations: Africontigbo\, Amy A Jewelry\, FAWK (Funny Asian Women Kollective)\, Memorialize the Movement\, RISE (Reviving the Islamic Sisterhood of Empowerment)\, WISE (Women’s Initiative for Self Empowerment)\, and Palabristas. \nA breakfast buffet will be available from 8:15 AM -9:00 AM . The program will begin at 9:00 AM. Lunch and workshop materials included. \nAgenda\n8:15 a.m. – Doors Open\n8:30 a.m. – Breakfast\n9:00 a.m. – Program Begins\n9:15 a.m. – Group Story Circle\n9:55 a.m. – Workshop Session I (Workshop 1A: Re-writing Our Personal Narrative\, Workshop 1B: The Specialness of Being: A Memoir Writing Workshop\, Workshop 1C: Personal Narrative Writing: Telling Our Stories)\n12:00 p.m. – Lunch\n12:45 p.m. – Workshop Session II (Workshop 2A: Reviving Forgotten Treasures\, Reviving Memories Through Jewelry\, Workshop 2B: Finding the Comedy In Your Life\, Workshop 2C: Paint to Express)\n2:50 p.m. – Group Story Circle\n3:25 p.m. – Rhythms of Africa\n4:00 p.m. – Closing \nIntergeneration participation is welcomed. \nRegistration\nTo ensure that cost is not a barrier\, we have a limited number of complimentary spaces available for Minnesota residents. If you would like to receive a complimentary spot\, please register with the promo code FEEWAIVER. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/headscarf-story-circle-the-promise/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Harmony,Headscarf Story Circle,Immersive Experiences,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/event_headscarf_retreat.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20230215T143745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T141055Z UID:10000287-1690455600-1690466400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Learning from Place: St. Paul's Little Africa DESCRIPTION:Minnesota is home to over 150\,000 Africans\, including the largest Somali population outside of Africa. Yet\, many people are not aware of the rich cultural traditions and assets African immigrants and refugees bring to the vibrancy of our state. Build your cultural understanding and awareness of Minnesota’s East African cultures as you immerse yourself within St. Paul’s Little Africa cultural corridor. This interactive\, in-person experience will include an Ethiopian coffee ceremony at Sabrina’s Cafe & Deli\, a tour of several African-owned businesses\, and lunch at the Eritrean-owned Snelling Cafe. \nThis event is a collaboration with African Economic Development Solutions. \nRegistration\nSpace is limited to 40 participants. \nK-12 educators will receive 3 clock hours. \nIf cost is a barrier\, please contact Jessica Rust at jessica@mnhum.org before registering. \nMembers of Minnesota’s African communities are welcome to register using promo code LITTLEAFRICA to waive the fee if they wish. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/lfp-st-paul-little-africa/ LOCATION:Snelling Cafe and Restaurant\, 638 Snelling Ave N\, St. Paul\, 55104 CATEGORIES:CEUs/Clock Hours,Immersive Experiences,Learning from Place,Professional Development,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/event_lfp_st_paul_little_africa_2023.png ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230708T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230708T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20230203T221115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T141239Z UID:10000280-1688806800-1688817600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Learning from Place: LGBTQ+ History in Downtown Minneapolis DESCRIPTION:Minneapolis-Saint Paul is far from being flyover country; our metro area has some of the richest and deepest LGBTQ+ history in all of North America. Grow your understanding of this history with an interactive\, in-person walking tour of downtown/central Minneapolis\, an area deeply entangled with LGBTQ+ people’s stories\, movements\, and place in the world. \nBe immersed by traveling through downtown Minneapolis\, interspersing history with storytelling from local LGBTQ+ activists and artists. Learn about how down-and-out drifters in the notorious Gateway District helped shape a Twin Cities gay identity\, how lesbians threw parties in deserted industrial warehouses\, how gay and lesbian political power was built in response to police raids\, and how one of the first Pride festivals grew from a ragtag group marching up Nicollet Mall. \nWe hope you’ll come along! \nThis event is a collaboration with Telling Queer History. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nK-12 educators will receive 3 clock hours. \nThis experience involves approximately 2 miles of walking and standing\, starting and ending at Minneapolis Community and Technical College. Audio headsets will be provided for amplification of the tour guide and storytellers. \nThis event is open to all. Members of Minnesota’s LGBTQ+ community are welcome to register using promo code LGBTQ-HISTORY to waive the fee if they wish. \nTo ensure that cost is not a barrier\, we have a limited number of complimentary spaces available for all Minnesota residents. If you would like to receive a complimentary spot\, please register with the promo code FEEWAIVER. \nRegistration for this event has SOLD OUT. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/lfp-lgbtq-history-downtown-minneapolis/ LOCATION:Loring Community Arts Center\, 1382 Willow Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:CEUs/Clock Hours,Immersive Experiences,Learning from Place,Professional Development,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/event_lgbtq_mpls.png ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20230421T131534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T140642Z UID:10000356-1687629600-1687636800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Cloud - Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story DESCRIPTION:In 2021\, Juneteenth was written into law as a national day of observance. Following\, on February 3rd\, 2023\, Juneteenth became an official state holiday in Minnesota. Although awareness has grown\, many people are still unfamiliar with why we celebrate Juneteenth and the insight it offers in addressing current social injustice. Minnesota Humanities Center and Sweet Potato Comfort Pie are proud to bring Kumbayah the Juneteenth Story to St. Cloud area communities in collaboration with host partner United Way of Central Minnesota and local organizations.\n  \n\nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story from iDream.tv on Vimeo. \n \nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story\, written by Rose McGee\, is a 90-minute fictitious\, two-act play that addresses a factual and traumatic time in our history – when news was deliberately withheld that Black people were no longer to be kept as slaves in this country. Storytelling and music weave together mesmerizing scenes. Although tragedy is depicted\, this play within a play is tremendously uplifting. The story begins with a Prologue set in the early 1800s in a small West African village where a young mother and her small son are being abducted from their home by slave catchers. Act One: Scene One is set in present time in a popular North Minneapolis soul-food restaurant where a group of youths and adults ultimately end up discussing what Juneteenth means. Before long they all agree to attend a play about Juneteenth. The story then shifts into 1863 on the Turner Plantation in Tyler\, Texas with the character Frederick Douglass as Narrator. \nAlthough interpretation is best suited for ages 8 and up\, children of all ages are welcome to attend. \nRegistration\nThe evening performance is free to attend\, but registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-cloud-kumbayah/ LOCATION:Marcus Theatres\, 1533 Frontage Road North\, Waite Park\, MN\, 56387\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Greater Minnesota,Immersive Experiences,Juneteenth,Kumbayah,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/event_kumbayah_juneteenth.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20230426T202506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T140705Z UID:10000358-1687460400-1687467600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Rochester - Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story DESCRIPTION:In 2021\, Juneteenth was written into law as a national day of observance. Following\, on February 3rd\, 2023\, Juneteenth became an official state holiday in Minnesota. Although awareness has grown\, many people are still unfamiliar with why we celebrate Juneteenth and the insight it offers in addressing current social injustice. Minnesota Humanities Center and Sweet Potato Comfort Pie are proud to bring Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story to Rochester area communities in collaboration with the following local organizations: Mayo Clinic\, Rochester Branch of the NAACP\, and Rochester Public Schools.\n  \n\nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story from iDream.tv on Vimeo. \n \nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story\, written by Rose McGee\, is a 90-minute fictitious\, two-act play that addresses a factual and traumatic time in our history – when news was deliberately withheld that Black people were no longer to be kept as slaves in this country. Storytelling and music weave together mesmerizing scenes. Although tragedy is depicted\, this play within a play is tremendously uplifting. The story begins with a Prologue set in the early 1800s in a small West African village where a young mother and her small son are being abducted from their home by slave catchers. Act One: Scene One is set in present time in a popular North Minneapolis soul-food restaurant where a group of youths and adults ultimately end up discussing what Juneteenth means. Before long they all agree to attend a play about Juneteenth. The story then shifts into 1863 on the Turner Plantation in Tyler\, Texas with the character Frederick Douglass as Narrator. \nAlthough interpretation is best suited for ages 8 and up\, children of all ages are welcome to attend. \nRegistration\nThe evening performance is free to attend\, but registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/rochester-kumbayah/ LOCATION:Mayo Civic Center\, 30 Civic Center Drive SE\, Rochester\, MN\, 55904\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Greater Minnesota,Immersive Experiences,Juneteenth,Kumbayah,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/event_kumbayah_juneteenth.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20230613T153926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T140729Z UID:10000365-1687456800-1687465800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Learning from Place: Slow Roll'n Rondo\, led by Cultural Wellness Center DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Humanities Center is proud to feature Slow Roll’n Rondo\, a program of the Cultural Wellness Center. Join members of the diverse\, multi-generational\, and intersectional Rondo Community as you explore the opportunities and possibilities of an African American Cultural Enterprise District connected by a land bridge. This is a community-led development process designed to achieve the aspirations of the Rondo community to right past wrongs\, revitalize Rondo\, and honor African American Cultural contributions that have sustained the Rondo Community and will serve as a model for restorative participatory community development. \nExplore a journey through the community’s history and into the future during a conversationally-paced biking experience. You will get to know the places\, people\, and possibilities that will lead to a vibrant future. Special guests may include Seitu Jones\, Commissioner Toni Carter\, Mr. Marvin Anderson\, and Mayor\, Melvin Carter along with members of his staff. \nThe evening will include a community meal featuring Black chefs and food grown in community gardens. \nThe event starts at Hallie Q Brown Community Center parking lot at 270 North Kent Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55102. \nThe Cultural Wellness Center offers experiential learning opportunities that actively boost well-being\, improve relationships\, build communities\, and train organizations. \nRegistration\nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/lfp-slow-rolln-rondo/ LOCATION:Hallie Q. Brown Community Center\, 270 North Kent Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Immersive Experiences,Learning from Place ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/event_lfp_slow_roll_rondo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230619T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230619T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20230420T204312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T140741Z UID:10000355-1687195800-1687203000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Peter - Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story DESCRIPTION:In 2021\, Juneteenth was written into law as a national day of observance. Following\, on February 3rd\, 2023\, Juneteenth became an official state holiday in Minnesota. Although awareness has grown\, many people are still unfamiliar with why we celebrate Juneteenth and the insight it offers in addressing current social injustice. Minnesota Humanities Center and Sweet Potato Comfort Pie are proud to bring Kumbayah the Juneteenth Story to St. Peter and Mankato communities in collaboration with the following local host partners: True Essentials Consulting\, Juneteenth Foundation\, and St. Peter Area Public Schools.\n  \n\nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story from iDream.tv on Vimeo. \n \nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story\, written by Rose McGee\, is a 90-minute fictitious\, two-act play that addresses a factual and traumatic time in our history – when news was deliberately withheld that Black people were no longer to be kept as slaves in this country. Storytelling and music weave together mesmerizing scenes. Although tragedy is depicted\, this play within a play is tremendously uplifting. The story begins with a Prologue set in the early 1800s in a small West African village where a young mother and her small son are being abducted from their home by slave catchers. Act One: Scene One is set in present time in a popular North Minneapolis soul-food restaurant where a group of youths and adults ultimately end up discussing what Juneteenth means. Before long they all agree to attend a play about Juneteenth. The story then shifts into 1863 on the Turner Plantation in Tyler\, Texas with the character Frederick Douglass as Narrator. \nAlthough interpretation is best suited for ages 8 and up\, children of all ages are welcome to attend. \nRegistration\nThe evening performance is free to attend\, but registration is highly recommended. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-peter-kumbayah/ LOCATION:St. Peter High School\, 2121 Broadway Ave\, St. Peter\, MN\, 56082\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Greater Minnesota,Immersive Experiences,Juneteenth,Kumbayah,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/event_kumbayah_juneteenth.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20230420T203822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T140756Z UID:10000354-1686942000-1686949200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Golden Valley - Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story (Evening Performance) DESCRIPTION:In 2021\, Juneteenth was written into law as a national day of observance. Following\, on February 3rd\, 2023\, Juneteenth became an official state holiday in Minnesota. Although awareness has grown\, many people are still unfamiliar with why we celebrate Juneteenth and the insight it offers in addressing current social injustice. Minnesota Humanities Center and Sweet Potato Comfort Pie are proud to bring Kumbayah the Juneteenth Story to the Twin Cities in collaboration with local organizations to include: Breck School\, League of Women Voters\, Metropolitan State University\, Upper Room Community\, and the City of Golden Valley.\n  \n\nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story from iDream.tv on Vimeo. \n \nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story\, written by Rose McGee\, is a 90-minute fictitious\, two-act play that addresses a factual and traumatic time in our history – when news was deliberately withheld that Black people were no longer to be kept as slaves in this country. Storytelling and music weave together mesmerizing scenes. Although tragedy is depicted\, this play within a play is tremendously uplifting. The story begins with a Prologue set in the early 1800s in a small West African village where a young mother and her small son are being abducted from their home by slave catchers. Act One: Scene One is set in present time in a popular North Minneapolis soul-food restaurant where a group of youths and adults ultimately end up discussing what Juneteenth means. Before long they all agree to attend a play about Juneteenth. The story then shifts into 1863 on the Turner Plantation in Tyler\, Texas with the character Frederick Douglass as Narrator. \nAlthough interpretation is best suited for ages 8 and up\, children of all ages are welcome to attend. \nRegistration\nThe evening performance is free to attend\, but registration is highly recommended. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/golden-valley-kumbayah-evening/ LOCATION:Breck School\, 123 Ottawa Avenue North\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Immersive Experiences,Juneteenth,Kumbayah,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/event_kumbayah_juneteenth.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20230420T142633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T140809Z UID:10000353-1686909600-1686916800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Golden Valley - Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story (Morning Performance) DESCRIPTION:In 2021\, Juneteenth was written into law as a national day of observance. Following\, on February 3rd\, 2023\, Juneteenth became an official state holiday in Minnesota. Although awareness has grown\, many people are still unfamiliar with why we celebrate Juneteenth and the insight it offers in addressing current social injustice. Minnesota Humanities Center and Sweet Potato Comfort Pie are proud to bring Kumbayah the Juneteenth Story to the Twin Cities in collaboration with local organizations to include: Breck School\, League of Women Voters\, Metropolitan State University\, Upper Room Community\, and the City of Golden Valley. \n  \n\nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story from iDream.tv on Vimeo. \n  \nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story\, written by Rose McGee\, is a 90-minute fictitious\, two-act play that addresses a factual and traumatic time in our history – when news was deliberately withheld that Black people were no longer to be kept as slaves in this country. Storytelling and music weave together mesmerizing scenes. Although tragedy is depicted\, this play within a play is tremendously uplifting. The story begins with a Prologue set in the early 1800s in a small West African village where a young mother and her small son are being abducted from their home by slave catchers. Act One: Scene One is set in present time in a popular North Minneapolis soul-food restaurant where a group of youths and adults ultimately end up discussing what Juneteenth means. Before long they all agree to attend a play about Juneteenth. The story then shifts into 1863 on the Turner Plantation in Tyler\, Texas with the character Frederick Douglass as Narrator. \nAlthough interpretation is best suited for ages 8 and up\, children of all ages are welcome to attend. \nRegistration\nASL interpretation will be available for the morning performance\nThe morning performance is free to attend\, but registration is highly recommended. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/golden-valley-kumbayah-morning/ LOCATION:Breck School\, 123 Ottawa Avenue North\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Immersive Experiences,Juneteenth,Kumbayah,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/event_kumbayah_juneteenth.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230513T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230513T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20230303T151949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T201355Z UID:10000345-1683968400-1683979200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Headscarf Story Circle: The Gift DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) is excited to host Headscarf Story Circle – a series of four offerings that recognizes the strength and resiliency of women. Join us as we gather together through the shared connection of the headscarf and its complexity. Events feature engaging activities that inspire perseverance\, hope and healing. Guests are encouraged to wear a headscarf or head dress that is symbolic of anything from a fashion statement\, cultural identity\, health related\, or memories\, and beliefs. \nOur first session\, held in March\, included inspiring stories and conversation over tea. Our second session is centered around “The Gift.” Participants are encouraged to bring an object that is symbolic of their own personal life lesson\, acquired strength\, or journey of resiliency – such as a book\, food item\, photo\, or cultural piece. Or they may choose to offer something intangible such as a song\, poem\, or dance. Each person will share a story of the item they are gifting. Then each listener will select a gift based upon the story that most impacts them. The object itself may be one that is given or can be returned to the owner at the end of the experience. Through the act of gift sharing\, participants will leave feeling connected and uplifted. \nA breakfast buffet with live music will be available from 8:30-9:00 only. The program will begin at 9:00. \nWe want to thank the following community ambassadors and supporters:\nAfrican American Leadership Forum\, CAPI\, Centro Tyrone Guzman\, Coalition of Asian American Leaders\, Hmong American Partnership\, LatinoLead\, LinkingLeaders\, Minnesota Women’s Press\, Reviving the Islamic Sisterhood for Empowerment\, SEWA (to serve in Hindi)-Asian Indian Family Wellness\, Somali Community Resettlement Services\, Sweet Potato Comfort Pie\, Tiwahe Foundation\, and Women’s Foundation of Minnesota \nRegistration\nTo ensure that cost is not a barrier\, we have a limited number of complimentary spaces available for Minnesota residents. If you would like to receive a complimentary spot\, please register with the promo code FEEWAIVER. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/headscarf-story-circle-the-gift/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Harmony,Headscarf Story Circle,Immersive Experiences,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/event_headscarf_story_circle_gift.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230504T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230504T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20230215T143345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T192030Z UID:10000285-1683223200-1683230400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Feeding Our Souls: The Essence of Asian Joy DESCRIPTION:Join us as we commemorate Asian Cultural Heritage Month in May through food. Award-winning Chef Ann Ahmed\, owner of Lat14 and Khâluna Restaurants\, will prepare a few of her own authentic dishes. Anh-Hoa Nguyen\, cultural food artist\, poet\, community activist\, and educator will take audiences on a tasting journey of “rice.” These comfort foods will be served through Chef Ann and Anh-Hoa’s experiences from the richness of diverse Asian cultures. Special storytelling by award-winning artist and comedian Tou Ger Xiong. Participants will partake in the variety of flavors through “taste circles” and share memories of food from their own experiences. \nÁnh-Hoa Thị Nguyễn\, MFA is a refugee\, poet\, community artist\, curator\, educator and food scholar/writer. In 2018\, she was the artist-in-residence for The Floating Library with her project Waves Enfolding: A Paper Memorial that honored lives lost during the Vietnamese refugee waves of 1954 and after the war in Vietnam and South East Asia\, 1975-1992. Her most recent publication is a food essay titled Buy 10 Get 1 Free! Open Letter to Bánh Mì Wanna Be’s in “What We Hunger For: Refugee and Immigrant Stories about Food and Family” edited by Sun Yung Shin 신 선 영. Inspired by “What We Hunger For” Ánh-Hoa was also the artist-in-residence for Saint Paul Public Library’s 2022 Read Brave program where she created and curated an interactive community art installation called Recipes for Care that invited community members to share “recipes that ignite\, shape\, and support a community of care in their lives.” Ánh-Hoa is currently working on a food memoir with the Minnesota Historical Society Press and is a member of She Who Has No Master(s)\, a collective of women and gender-nonconforming writers of the Vietnamese diaspora. \nTou Ger Xiong (TOO-JUR-SHONG) was born in Laos in 1973. Since Xiong’s father served with the CIA\, his family had to flee Laos after the communist takeover in 1975. Xiong’s family escaped across the border and sought refuge in a Thai refugee camp. After four years in the camp\, Xiong’s family immigrated to the United States as refugees of war. Xiong’s childhood in America began in the public housing projects of St. Paul. In 1992\, Xiong graduated valedictorian from Humboldt High School. He went on to receive a degree in political science from Carleton College in Northfield\, Minn. In 1996\, Xiong created Project Respectism\, an educational service project that uses comedy\, storytelling and rap music to bridge cultures and generations. Since then\, Project Respectism has evolved into a program that provides cultural entertainment and education for people of all professions and backgrounds. Xiong has taken his message about respect to 44 states in the past 12 years. He has given over 1\,600 presentations nationwide to audiences of all ages and ethnic backgrounds\, sometimes reaching as many as 10\,000 people in a week. Xiong’s work as a Hmong artist and activist has been featured on national television\, radio and newspaper. He has been quoted as “one of the most influential Hmong in America today.” \nChef Ann Ahmed’s love for cooking started at a very young age\, working in the kitchen alongside her mother whenever she could. She and her family left her birth country of Laos when Ann was two years old. They lived in a Thai refugee camp until she was four\, at which point they were sponsored by her great uncle to come live with him in Minnesota\, which has been home ever since. Upon their arrival\, her mother took multiple jobs to support their family. Because of her mom’s busy schedule\, Ann rarely had time to spend with her\, so whenever she was home\, Ann was glued to her mother’s side\, especially in the kitchen! This is where Ann’s love of cooking began. After graduating from high school\, Ann shared with her mother her dream of owning a restaurant. She rejected the idea\, explaining why life in the restaurant industry can be very difficult. Instead\, she suggested Ann go to college and get a degree – in anything except culinary studies. As such\, Ann moved to San Diego and attended San Diego State University\, where she later earned a BA in Liberal Studies. One day\, out of the blue\, her mother called – she had gone on a walk that morning\, saw a restaurant for sale\, and asked if Ann would be interested. Of course\, Ann instantly said YES! Ann’s mother was planning to attend Ann’s commencement that week\, and instead\, headed to the bank to start the process of buying the restaurant which is now Lemon Grass. \nThirteen years later\, Ann opened her second restaurant\, Lat14 Asian Eatery; inspired by her love of food and desire to share culture. Mostly\, she wanted to cook the food that brings people together around the table. Lat14 Asian Eatery provides diners the opportunity to eat their way along the exciting\, diverse 14th parallel – without the long airplane trip. Small\, shareable plates are inspired by Chef Ann Ahmed’s connections to Laos\, Thailand\, Cambodia\, Philippines\, and their neighboring countries\, bringing their flavorful cuisines\, ingredients\, and cultural traditions\, to deliver an exceptional culinary experience. \nRegistration\nIf cost is a barrier\, please contact Jessica Rust at jessica@mnhum.org before registering. Due to the focus of this program\, the fee is waived for Asian community members residing in Minnesota. You are invited to register with promo code COMMUNITY23. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/feeding-our-souls-asian-joy/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Harmony,Feeding Our Souls,Immersive Experiences,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/event_feeding_our_souls_asian_joy.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230325T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230325T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20230203T212730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T172941Z UID:10000276-1679734800-1679756400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Remembering - A Black Writers' Retreat DESCRIPTION:Since the pandemic overwhelmed the world\, we have become saddled with grief\, fear\, and disillusionment stirred up by continuous violence\, strife\, and misunderstanding. Everywhere we turn\, we are striving to counter despair with joyous living. This retreat will center around remembering as an act of joy that provides opportunities for healing and recovery in ways that forgetting does not. \nTo make the writing process accessible and enjoyable\, Pamela Fletcher Bush (writer\, creative writing teacher\, editor\, CEO & Publisher of Saint Paul Almanac) and Ebony Aya (founder of the Aya Collective\, a space that centers the expertise and experience of Black women\, and program manager at the Jan Serie Center for Scholarship and Teaching at Macalester College) will lead workshop participants in guided writing exercises and discussion on a journey of Remembering. \nSpecial Minnesota guest author Michael Kleber-Diggs will share how using one’s unique voice sets the writer and reader on a journey of discovery. \nThis full-day writing retreat is being offered by In Black Ink in collaboration with the Minnesota Humanities Center. It is open to all members of the Black community\, writers at all levels and nonwriters alike. Registration is limited to 40 participants. \nContinental breakfast and lunch are included. A journal will be provided. \nRegistration\nYou are welcome to register using promo code COMMUNITY to waive the fee if you wish. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/remembering-black-writers-retreat/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Immersive Experiences,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/event_remembering_black_writers_retreat.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20230126T150847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T192043Z UID:10000272-1677927600-1677934800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Headscarf Story Circle: Tea Gathering DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) is excited to host Headscarf Story Circle\, the first of a series of offerings that recognizes the strength and resiliency of women. Join us as we gather together through the shared connection of the headscarf and its complexity. This event features engaging activities that inspire perseverance\, hope\, and healing. Guests are encouraged to wear a headscarf or head dress that is symbolic of anything from a fashion statement\, cultural identity\, health related\, or memories and beliefs. \nThe ritual of tea represents beauty\, calm\, and restorative elements.  We are honored to have Rose McGee\, founder of Headscarf Society TeaLit and a Humanities Officer at MHC\, as tea host. This event features inspiring stories from eight intergenerational and culturally diverse women and heartfelt table conversations by all in attendance.  Delicious hors d’oeuvres will be served with tea. Special music by guest harpist Heather Cornelius. \nRegistration\nTo ensure that cost is not a barrier\, we have a limited number of complimentary spaces available for Minnesota residents. If you would like to receive a complimentary spot\, please register with the promo code FEEWAIVER. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/headscarf-story-circle-tea-gathering/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Harmony,Headscarf Story Circle,Immersive Experiences,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/event_head_scarf_story_circle.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230216T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230216T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20230110T193627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T192054Z UID:10000339-1676570400-1676577600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Feeding Our Souls: The Essence of Black Joy DESCRIPTION:Engage in the cultural richness of food\, music\, and stories that define the essence of Black joy. Experience generations of family Creole recipes prepared by Chef Mateo Mackbee\, Owner of Krewe Restaurant in St. Joseph\, MN to soulful healthy roots and blackeye peas prepared by Chef Lachelle Cunningham of North Minneapolis. Special music will be provided by Twin Cities’ vocalist\, Ginger Commodore. \nChef Mateo Mackbee is a multiple award-winning chef whose restaurant Krewe\, located in St. Joseph\, MN\, was recently selected by Minneapolis Star Tribune as one of the 4 Best Restaurants worthy of traveling. Although raised in Minnesota\, Mackbee’s childhood summers always included several hot steamy weeks in his mother’s hometown visiting relatives and experiencing Creole and New Orleans style food while learning to love its local foods\, culture\, music\, and sense of community. \nChef Lachelle Cunningham is a dynamic force on the Twin Cities’ food scene and is known for cooking globally inspired comfort food that thwarts unhealthy stereotypes and fuses in global flavors. She is owner of Chelles’ Kitchen Catering\, the founding Executive Chef of Breaking Bread Cafe in North Minneapolis. Her most recent creation is Healthy Roots Institute with a mission focused on healing and social justice through food education\, culinary arts\, and entrepreneurship. \nGinger Commodore is a Twin Cities’ vocalist\, songwriter\, and actress. She performs jazz\, blues\, rhythm and blues\, contemporary\, and gospel music with regular appearances at The Dakota Jazz Club and Crooners Supper Club. Her theater work includes Penumbra Theatre\, Mixed Blood Theatre\, Children’s Theatre Company\, Minnesota Opera\, The Capri Theater\, and more. Recently she debuted as Musical Director for the musical “Memphis” at Bloomington Center for the Arts. \nRegistration\nDue to the focus of this program\, the fee is waived for Black community members residing in Minnesota. You are invited to register with promo code COMMUNITY23. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/feeding-our-souls-black-joy/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Cultural Harmony,Feeding Our Souls,Immersive Experiences,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/event_feeding_our_souls_black_joy.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20220503T184128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T172224Z UID:10000244-1668243600-1668258000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Learning in Community: Hmong St. Paul DESCRIPTION:There are nearly 300\,000 Asian Minnesotans\, more than 5% of our state’s population. Hmong\, Lao\, Cambodian\, and Vietnamese make up about 60% of the Asian population in Minnesota. Build your cultural understanding and awareness as you immerse yourself within St. Paul’s vibrant Hmong community through an interactive\, in-person experience. The day will begin and end at the Minnesota Humanities Center. We will travel by bus to Hmong Cultural Center’s new storefront museum for a tour and special presentation. We will then visit the iconic HmongTown Marketplace (a market of 125 small businesses and food vendors) where we will be greeted by the owner to learn about his story and have a guided tour of the market. There will be time for independent shopping and lunch. \nThis is a collaboration with Hmong Cultural Center and HmongTown Marketplace. \nSpace is limited to 50 participants. \nK-12 educators will receive 4 clock hours. \nPlease note: Registration cost does not include food. Participants are encouraged to support the financial recovery of small businesses by making purchases from the businesses they learn about on the tour. We recommend bringing cash\, as not all vendors accept credit cards. \nRegistration\nMembers of Minnesota’s Hmong community are welcome to register using promo code HMONGSTPAUL to waive the fee if they wish. \nIf cost is a barrier\, please contact Jessica Rust at jessica@mnhum.org before registering. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \n  \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/learning-in-community-hmong-st-paul/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:CEUs/Clock Hours,Immersive Experiences,Learning from Place,Professional Development,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/event_lfp_hmong_stpaul.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221008T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221008T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20220915T130806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T172137Z UID:10000321-1665234000-1665244800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Learning in Community: LGBTQ+ History in Downtown Minneapolis DESCRIPTION:Photos courtesy of the Jean Nickolaus Tretter Collection in GLBT Studies and Hennepin County Library \nMinneapolis-Saint Paul is far from being flyover country; our metro area has some of the richest and deepest LGBTQ+ history in all of North America. Grow your understanding of this history with an interactive\, in-person walking tour of downtown/central Minneapolis\, an area deeply entangled with LGBTQ+ people’s stories\, movements\, and place in the world. \nBe immersed by traveling through downtown Minneapolis\, interspersing history with storytelling from local LGBTQ+ activists and artists. Learn about how down-and-out drifters in the notorious Gateway District helped shape a Twin Cities gay identity\, how lesbians threw parties in deserted industrial warehouses\, how gay and lesbian political power was built in response to police raids\, and how one of the first Pride festivals grew from a ragtag group marching up Nicollet Mall. \nWe hope you’ll come along! \nThis event is a collaboration with Telling Queer History. \nRegistration\nSpace is limited to 40 participants. \nK-12 educators will receive 3 clock hours. \nThis experience involves approximately 2.5 miles of walking and standing\, starting and ending at Minneapolis Community and Technical College. Audio headsets will be provided for amplification of the tour guide and storytellers. \nThis event is open to all. Members of Minnesota’s LGBTQ+ community are welcome to register using promo code LGBTQ-HISTORY to waive the fee if they wish. \nTo ensure that cost is not a barrier\, we have a limited number of complimentary spaces available for all Minnesota residents. If you would like to receive a complimentary spot\, please register with the promo code FEEWAIVER. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minneapolis-lic-lgbtq-history/ LOCATION:Minneapolis Community and Technical College\, 1501 Hennepin Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:CEUs/Clock Hours,Civic Renewal,Immersive Experiences,Learning from Place,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/event_lgbtq_mpls.png ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220924T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220924T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20220812T131938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T172008Z UID:10000316-1664024400-1664038800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Learning in Community: North Minneapolis DESCRIPTION:Photos courtesy of MAAHM and King Neumel \nNorth Minneapolis is rich in history\, culture\, and community inspiration. Build your cultural understanding and awareness of the African American community in North Minneapolis. This interactive\, in-person experience will include a private tour of the Minnesota African American Heritage Museum and Gallery\, stories from community members on the impact of longtime Northside organizations\, and samplings of food from local Black-owned restaurants. Participants are encouraged to reflect on the organizations and institutions that have nurtured and inspired them. \nThis event is a collaboration with the Minnesota African American Heritage Museum and Gallery and the Robert J. Jones Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center (UROC). \nRegistration\nSpace is limited to 40 participants. \nK-12 educators will receive 4 clock hours. \nIf cost is a barrier\, contact Jessica Rust\, jessica@mnhum.org. \nThis event is open to all. Members of Minnesota’s African American community are welcome to register using promo code NORTHMPLS to waive the fee if they wish. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/learning-in-community-north-minneapolis/ LOCATION:Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center (UROC)\, 2001 Plymouth Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55411\, United States CATEGORIES:CEUs/Clock Hours,Civic Renewal,Immersive Experiences,Learning from Place,Professional Development,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/event_lic_north_minneapolis.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220716T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220716T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20220504T054103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T151935Z UID:10000257-1657962000-1657976400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Learning in Community: Hmong St. Paul DESCRIPTION:There are nearly 300\,000 Asian Minnesotans\, more than 5% of our state’s population. Hmong\, Lao\, Cambodian\, and Vietnamese make up about 60% of the Asian population in Minnesota. Build your cultural understanding and awareness as you immerse yourself within St. Paul’s vibrant Hmong community through an interactive\, in-person experience. The day will begin and end at the Minnesota Humanities Center. We will travel by bus to Hmong Cultural Center’s new storefront museum for a tour and special presentation. We will then visit the iconic HmongTown Marketplace (a market of 125 small businesses and food vendors) where we will be greeted by the owner to learn about his story and have a guided tour of the market. There will be time for independent shopping and lunch. \nThis is a collaboration with Hmong Cultural Center and HmongTown Marketplace. \nSpace is limited to 40 participants. This experience is also being offered on June 25. \nK-12 educators will receive 4 clock hours. \nPlease note: Registration cost does not include food. Participants are encouraged to support the financial recovery of small businesses by making purchases from the businesses they learn about on the tour. We recommend bringing cash\, as not all vendors accept credit cards. \nRegistration\nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/learning-in-community-hmong-july/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:CEUs/Clock Hours,Immersive Experiences,Learning from Place,Professional Development,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/event_lfp_hmong_stpaul.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220714T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220714T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20220504T053622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T151626Z UID:10000256-1657796400-1657807200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Learning in Community: St. Paul's Little Africa DESCRIPTION:Minnesota is home to over 150\,000 Africans\, including the largest Somali population outside of Africa. Yet\, many people are not aware of the rich cultural traditions and assets African immigrants and refugees bring to the vibrancy of our state. Build your cultural understanding and awareness of Minnesota’s African cultures as you immerse yourself within St. Paul’s Little Africa cultural corridor. This interactive\, in-person experience will include an Ethiopian coffee ceremony at Sabrina’s Cafe & Deli\, a tour of several African-owned businesses\, lunch at the Eritrean-owned Snelling Cafe\, and a special presentation of speakers and artists. \nThis event is a collaboration with African Economic Development Solutions. \nSpace is limited to 40 participants. \nK-12 educators will receive 3 clock hours. \nRegistration\nMembers of Minnesota’s African communities are welcome to register using promo code LITTLEAFRICA to waive the fee if they wish. \nIf cost is a barrier\, please contact Jessica Rust at jessica@mnhum.org before registering. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \n  \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/learning-in-community-little-africa/ LOCATION:Sabrina’s Café & Deli\, 518 Snelling Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States CATEGORIES:CEUs/Clock Hours,Immersive Experiences,Learning from Place,Professional Development,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/event_lic_little_africa.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20220504T051118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T140824Z UID:10000253-1655487000-1655499600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Golden Valley – Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story (Reception and Evening Performance) DESCRIPTION:In 2021\, Juneteenth was written into law as a national day of observance\, yet many people are unfamiliar with its meaning and the insight it offers in addressing current social injustice. Minnesota Humanities Center is honored to collaborate with Sweet Potato Comfort Pie and community to bring the significance of this day to life. \nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story written by Rose McGee is a 90-minute fictitious\, two-act play that addresses a factual and traumatic time in our history – when news was deliberately withheld that Black people were no longer to be kept as slaves in this country. Storytelling and music weave together mesmerizing scenes. Although tragedy is depicted\, this play within a play is tremendously uplifting. The story begins with a Prologue set in the early 1800s in a small West African village where a young mother and her small son are being abducted from their home by slave catchers. Act One: Scene One is set in present time in a popular North Minneapolis soul-food restaurant where a group of youths and adults ultimately end up discussing what Juneteenth means. Before long they all agree to attend a play about Juneteenth. The story then shifts into 1863 on the Turner Plantation in Tyler\, Texas with the character Frederick Douglass as Narrator. \nAlthough interpretation is best suited for ages 8 and up\, children of all ages are welcome to attend. A special reception with light refreshments and emphasis on the significance of voting precedes the 7:00 p.m. show from 5:30 p.m. to 6:50 p.m. \nPerformances are free to attend\, but registration is required. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \n  \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/kumbayah-the-juneteenth-story-evening/ LOCATION:Breck School\, 123 Ottawa Avenue North\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Immersive Experiences,Juneteenth,Kid Friendly,Kumbayah,Professional Development,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/event_kumbayah_juneteenth.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20220504T051656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T140759Z UID:10000254-1655460000-1655467200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Golden Valley - Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story (Morning Performance) DESCRIPTION:In 2021\, Juneteenth was written into law as a national day of observance\, yet many people are unfamiliar with its meaning and the insight it offers in addressing current social injustice. Minnesota Humanities Center is honored to collaborate with Sweet Potato Comfort Pie and community to bring the significance of this day to life. \nKumbayah The Juneteenth Story written by Rose McGee is a 90-minute fictitious\, two-act play that addresses a factual and traumatic time in our history – when news was deliberately withheld that Black people were no longer to be kept as slaves in this country. Storytelling and music weave together mesmerizing scenes. Although tragedy is depicted\, this play within a play is tremendously uplifting. The story begins with a Prologue set in the early 1800s in a small West African village where a young mother and her small son are being abducted from their home by slave catchers. Act One: Scene One is set in present time in a popular North Minneapolis soul-food restaurant where a group of youths and adults ultimately end up discussing what Juneteenth means. Before long they all agree to attend a play about Juneteenth. The story then shifts into 1863 on the Turner Plantation in Tyler\, Texas with the character Frederick Douglass as Narrator. \nAlthough interpretation is best suited for ages 8 and up\, children of all ages are welcome to attend. \nPerformances are free to attend\, but registration is required. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \n  \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/kumbayah-the-juneteenth-story-morning/ LOCATION:Breck School\, 123 Ottawa Avenue North\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Immersive Experiences,Juneteenth,Kid Friendly,Kumbayah,Professional Development,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/event_kumbayah_juneteenth.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220228T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220228T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20220608T161311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T151944Z UID:10000291-1646071200-1646078400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online – Feeding Our Souls: The Essence of Black Joy DESCRIPTION:It has been over a year since the murder of Mr. George Floyd. In response to this horrific incident\, Minnesota Humanities created what went on to become the award-winning series\, “How Can We Breathe” where community members came together after being impacted by the devastation that ripped throughout the streets\, businesses\, and homes. “Feeding Our Souls: The Essence of Black Joy” will focus on the uplifting beat that spreads across generations despite the struggles of systemic racism. What is the root of self-determination and faith that Black people proclaim? Through the art and culture of food\, music\, publishing\, family legacies\, and more\, participants will examine the actualization of “hope.” \nFeaturing chefs LaChelle Cunningham and Mateo Mackbee; Ramsey County Commissioner W. Toni Carter and St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter\, III; Anthony R. Scott and Dr. Chaunda L. Scott\, two of the editors of the book “Minnesota Blacks in the 21st Century”; and the music of Ginger Commodore. \nDue to the focus of this program\, the fee is waived for Black community members residing in Minnesota. You are invited to register with promo code COMMUNITY22. \nTo ensure that cost is not a barrier\, we have a limited number of complimentary spaces available for Minnesota residents. If you would like to receive a complimentary spot\, please register with the promo code FEEWAIVER (must be a Minnesota resident). \nThis event will be ASL interpreted. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy\n \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/feeding-our-souls/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Cultural Harmony,Feeding Our Souls,Immersive Experiences,Online,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/MHC-Black-Joy-2Final-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220130T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220130T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T181749 CREATED:20220608T164052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T205552Z UID:10000296-1643547600-1643554800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:The Great Northern Festival – Learning from Place: Bdote DESCRIPTION:Image detail is from the Minneapolis (Village of Many Lakes) & St Paul (Village along the White Cliffs) map created by artist Marlena Myles. \nLearning from Place: Bdote is an immersive experience offered by the Minnesota Humanities Center that invites participants to visit\, inhabit\, and expand their understanding of Twin Cities sites with deep significance to Dakota people. Participants learn from Dakota community members to reconsider their relationship to land\, water\, sky\, and all life—including other humans—through stories and perspectives that are often left out of our state’s history. \nBdote is a Dakota word that generally means “where two waters come together.” The bdote where Ȟaȟáwakpa (Mississippi River) and the Mnísota Wakpá (Minnesota River) come together is central to Dakota spirituality and history. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding about Dakota people’s relationship to the place we now call Minnesota and will be encouraged to put newfound knowledge to action and further learning. \nEvent Content Leads\nRamona Kitto Stately is an enrolled member of the Santee Sioux Nation. Her educational background includes a BA in Dakota Art and Culture\, and a MAE-Teacher Leadership. She worked in Indian Education for the Osseo Area School District 2005-2020 and has been the Chairperson of the Minnesota Indian Education Association since 2018. Currently she serves as the Project Director of We Are Still Here MN. \nEthan Neerdaels\, Bdewakantunwan Dakota\, is a graduate of the University of Minnesota – American Indian Studies/Dakota Language programs. He currently teaches the Dakota language at Augsburg University\, and co-directs the Indian Education program at Osseo Area Schools. He also serves as the Executive Director of Dakhóta Iápi Okhódakičhiye\, a 501c3 dedicated to reversing the trend of language loss and raising future generations of Dakota speakers. \nMore Event Details\nThis event will primarily be outdoors so dress accordingly. \nA Minnesota state parks vehicle permit is required (one-day permit is $7). \nMore detailed information will be sent to all registrants during the week of January 24. \nThis event is offered in partnership with The Great Northern as part of its 2022 festival. \nRegistration\nK-12 educators will receive 2 clock hours. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT AND WAITLIST HAVE CLOSED URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/great-northern-festival-bdote/ LOCATION:Fort Snelling State Park\, 101 Snelling Lake Road\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55111\, United States CATEGORIES:CEUs/Clock Hours,Immersive Experiences,Learning from Place,Professional Development,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/event_great_northern_festival_bdote.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR