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  • St. Paul – Summer Book Fest & Little Free Library Opening

    Minnesota Humanities Event Center 987 Ivy Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN, United States

    Join us for a summer celebration of books and storytelling as we launch our new Little Free Library. Hear from local authors, participate in a book swap, listen to a musical storytime, stroll through stories, plus book giveaways, prizes, and more! Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to enjoy the magic of books together on MHC’s front lawn.

    Free

  • Sketches of Minnesota

    Austin – Sketches of Minnesota

    Hormel Historic Home 208 4th Ave NW, Austin, MN, United States

    Registration now open! Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and local host partners for the inaugural Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events will 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.

    Free

  • International Falls – Sketches of Minnesota

    Minnesota North College - Rainy River Campus 1501 Highway 71, International Falls, MN, United States

    Registration coming soon! Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and local host partners for the inaugural Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events will 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.

    Free

  • Minnesota Writers Off the Page logo

    St. Paul – Minnesota Writers Off the Page: Marcie Rendon

    Minnesota Humanities Event Center 987 Ivy Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN, United States

    Join us for a special evening with acclaimed author, poet, and playwright, Marcie Rendon, as she delves into her latest book, “Where They Last Saw Her” (Bantam Books, 2024).

    Free

  • The Great Northern Festival – Learning from Place: Bdote

    Fort Snelling State Park 101 Snelling Lake Road, St. Paul, MN, United States

    Learning from Place: Bdote - visit sites of great significance to Dakota people. Participants will learn from Dakota community members through stories and histories that have often been left out of our state’s history. This event is offered in partnership with The Great Northern as part of its 2025 festival.

    $35

  • 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

  • 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 […]

    Free
  • Composite image featuring photos of poet Tarik Dobbs, the Minnesota Writers Off the Page logo, and the cover art for Dobb's collection of poems, "Nazar Boy."

    Minneapolis – Minnesota Writers Off the Page: Tarik Dobbs

    Open Book 1011 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Join us for a special Poetry Month event featuring poet Tarik Dobbs in conversation with Sagirah Shahid, discussing Dobbs’ powerful collection, “Nazar Boy.” This thought-provoking work explores themes of identity, surveillance, and the complexities of Arab American life through sharp, evocative verse.

    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

  • 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