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:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T083000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20251001T151923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T180706Z UID:10000582-1761118200-1761121800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online - Building Questioning Across the Social Studies Disciplines DESCRIPTION:Develop strategies for fostering strong questioning skills across the five strands of social studies. Examine a discipline-specific question and how it supports deeper inquiry and critical thinking. We will consider strengthening both teacher questioning and supports for developing student questioning in the inquiry process\, as well. \nThe Minnesota Department of Education in partnership with the Minnesota Humanities Center will host virtual and in-person sessions to support planning for and implementation of the 2021 K-12 Academic Standards in Social Studies monthly during the 2025-26 school year. These monthly sessions are open to anyone with building or district-level responsibilities for curriculum planning and development in all social studies content areas\, including curriculum directors\, department leads\, and teachers. Pre-registration is required for in-person sessions. \nVirtual sessions will have content similar to in-person sessions\, and whenever possible will feature the same speakers. \nIn-person sessions will be an hour longer than virtual sessions and will allow time for supported collaborative work and networking. \nWhile districts are encouraged to have a representative at each monthly session\, either in-person or virtual\, participants do not need to commit to attending all nine sessions. Participants are also welcome to attend either session type throughout the year\, as is best suited to their needs and schedule. \nK-12 educators will receive 1 clock hour. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: brittany.rawson-haeg@state.mn.us \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-building-questioning-across-the-social-studies-disciplines/ LOCATION:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-building-questioning-across-the-social-studies-disciplines/ CATEGORIES:Free,K-12 Education,Online,Professional Development,Social Studies Curriculum Leaders Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/event_social_studies_standards.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250929T133615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T160018Z UID:10000578-1761071400-1761078600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Edina - Reconstruction Destructed Film & Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:To understand the challenges African Americans still face in being seen as full citizens in America today\, it is important for us to understand the origin story of the path of formerly enslaved people becoming citizens. The past is not dead; it is not even really the past. \nThis film\, created with our movie production partner OMG Studios\, features Federal Minnesota District Court Judge Jerry Blackwell\, author of Just Mercy and prominent civil rights attorney Bryan Stevenson\, Macalester University Professor Duchess Harris\, and a cameo by Minnesota’s First Lady of Civil Rights\, Dr. Josie Johnson. \nK-12 educators will receive 2 clock hours. \nRegistration\nThis screening is part of the Twin Cities Film Festival (TCFF). Tickets must be purchased through TCFF. \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/edina-reconstruction-destructed-film-community-conversation/ LOCATION:Edina Mann Theatre\, 3911 W. 5th St.\, Edina\, MN\, 55424\, United States CATEGORIES:Film Screening,Professional Development,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_reconstruction_deconstructed_screening_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250715T194558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T210018Z UID:10000536-1760806800-1760819400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Fosston - Sketches of Minnesota DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and Firefly Center of Art and Wellbeing 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. \n\n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner\n7:15–8:00 PM: Performances\n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback\n\nHost Partner: Firefly Center of Art and Wellbeing \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 but registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/fosston-sketches-of-minnesota/ LOCATION:Firefly Center of Art and Wellbeing\, 102 S Kaiser Ave\, Fosston\, 56542\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/event_sketches_mn_fosston_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Angie Lynch":MAILTO:angie@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250923T225504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T225504Z UID:10000577-1760599800-1760625000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Minnesota Humanities Center at the 2025 MEA Conference DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Humanities Center will be at the annual MEA Conference this year — stop by our table to connect with us and explore resources to bring more diverse voices and perspectives into your classroom. Enter our drawing for a chance to win books and say hello — we’d love to see you! \nWe’ll be highlighting: \n\nNative American Lives book series – engaging biographies for young readers that center Native stories.\nNavigating the U.S. History Eras: Content\, Pedagogy\, and Inquiry in the Classroom – a new online series supporting history educators with content-rich\, inquiry-based approaches.\nReconstruction Destructed: The Most Misunderstood Period in American History – the latest film in the “Juneteenth Reckoning with Slavery” series.\n\nWe’ll also be sharing more about our broader work and resources for educators. \nThe MEA Conference is organized by Education Minnesota. It is the state’s largest professional development event for teachers\, offering a full day of workshops\, networking\, and classroom resources. \nExhibits: 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.\nGeneral session: 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.\nWorkshops: 10:45 a.m.-4:15 p.m. \nRegistration\nFree and open to Education Minnesota members and students only. Registration through Education Minnesota is required to attend. \nRegistration Questions: meaconference@edmn.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-minnesota-humanities-center-at-the-2025-mea-conference/ LOCATION:Saint Paul RiverCentre\, 175 Kellogg Blvd\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,K-12 Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/event_mea_conference_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250715T194603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T210010Z UID:10000535-1760202000-1760214600@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 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. \n\n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner\n7:15–8:00 PM: Performances\n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback\n\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 but registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/bigfork-sketches-of-minnesota/ LOCATION:Edge Center for the Arts\, 101 2nd Ave\, Bigfork\, MN\, 56628\, United States CATEGORIES: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="Angie Lynch":MAILTO:angie@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T163000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250905T015407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T130314Z UID:10000566-1760108400-1760113800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Duluth - Reconstruction Destructed Film & Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:To understand the challenges African Americans still face in being seen as full citizens in America today\, it is important for us to understand the origin story of the path of formerly enslaved people becoming citizens. The past is not dead; it is not even really the past. \nThis film\, created with our movie production partner OMG Studios\, features Federal Minnesota District Court Judge Jerry Blackwell\, author of Just Mercy and prominent civil rights attorney Bryan Stevenson\, Macalester University Professor Duchess Harris\, and a cameo by Minnesota’s First Lady of Civil Rights\, Dr. Josie Johnson. \nK-12 educators will receive 2 clock hours. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/duluth-reconstruction-destructed-film-community-conversation/ LOCATION:Zeitgeist Center for Arts\, 222 East Superior Street\, Duluth\, MN\, 55802\, United States CATEGORIES:Film Screening,Free,Professional Development,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_reconstruction_deconstructed_screening_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250709T160104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T140442Z UID:10000527-1760034600-1760041800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul & Online - Minnesota Writers Off the Page: Bronson Lemer DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging reading and discussion exploring the collection of contemplative essays that form “The Lonely Veteran’s Guide to Companionship” by Bronson Lemer. Bronson will be joined by poet and Veteran Jessi Atherton as they consider how the book chronicles a journey for a sense of self\, community\, and belonging\, Bronson’s experiences of serving in the military\, gaining awareness of his sexual orientation\, and living abroad as a gay man. Following the discussion\, audience members are invited to participate in a Q&A session\, enjoy light refreshments\, and have further informal conversation with the featured speakers. Copies of “The Lonely Veteran’s Guide to Companionship” will be available for purchase\, and the evening will finish with a book signing. This is a hybrid event; participants can join in-person or online. \nAbout the Speakers\nBronson Lemer served as a carpenter in the Army National Guard for six years\, including deployments to Kosovo in 2000 and Iraq in 2003. Besides “The Lonely Veteran’s Guide to Companionship\,” he is the author of “The Last Deployment: How a Gay\, Hammer-Swinging Twentysomething Survived a Year in Iraq” (University of Wisconsin Press\, 2011). In 2019\, he was named a McKnight Writing Fellow. He lives in St. Paul and teaches writing at the University of Minnesota\, Rochester. \nJessi Atherton is a mother\, healer\, Veteran\, poet\, lover of scrabble and charcuterie. Her writing touches on lived experiences and themes of motherhood\, military\, mental health\, grief\, healing\, and humanity. Jessi is a Minnesota Humanities Center 2019 Veterans Voices awardee\, a member and facilitator of Warrior Writers\, a board member of the League of Minnesota Poets\, and the Minnesota Assistant Counsel for Veterans. She is a 2023 Pat Tillman Scholar and US Army Veteran who served in Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Jessi’s work has been published throughout the years with Nodin Press\, The Cuddy Foundation\, Iliad Press\, McGregor Publishing\, the International Library of Poetry\, and Middle West Press. Her first full collection\, “The Time War Takes\,” came out in April 2023 and received honorable mention in Senators Bob and Elizabeth Dole Inaugural Biennial Award for Distinguished Book in Veterans Studies\, 2024 and made Community of Literary Magazines and Presses must read for Women’s History Month\, 2024. Jessi is the mom to three amazing daughters\, a mental health nurse\, and works as a Psychiatric Mental Health nurse practitioner. \nThis event is part of the Minnesota Writers Off the Page series\, bringing the inspirational voices of Minnesota’s authors directly to readers. This event is presented in partnership with Quatrefoil Library; based in Minneapolis\, Quatrefoil Library collects\, maintains\, documents and circulates gay\, lesbian\, bisexual\, transgender and queer materials and information in a safe and accessible space\, in order to promote understanding\, an appreciation of diversity and history\, and the value of communities. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minnesota-writers-off-the-page-bronson-lemer/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Minnesota Writers Off the Page,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/event_mn_writers_bronson_lemer.png ORGANIZER;CN="Colin Nelson-Dusek":MAILTO:colin@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250812T155623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171157Z UID:10000543-1759852800-1759858200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online Content Session - Era Two: Settler Colonialism and Atlantic Slavery DESCRIPTION:Dive into the development of the institution of slavery and multiple perspectives on European colonization and early American society. Led by Dr. David Aiona Chang and Dr. Katharine Gerbner\, this session will provide deep historical context\, source analysis\, and thematic framing. \n\n\nView Dr. David Aiona Chang’s Bio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nI am a Native Hawaiian historian of Indigenous people\, colonialism\, borders and migration in Hawaii and North America\, focusing especially on the histories of Native American and Native Hawaiian people. My work moves between hyperlocal and global scales while centering the perspectives and experiences of Indigenous people and integrating close textual analysis\, granular social history\, theoretically informed analysis of race\, gender\, sexuality and nationalism\, and Indigenous epistemologies and methodologies.   \n\n\n\nMy second book\, The World and All the Things Upon It: Native Hawaiian Geographies of Exploration was published in 2016 by the University of Minnesota Press. It speaks to a foundational imperative in Indigenous studies: the need to not just understand Indigenous people from their own perspectives\, but to understand the world from their perspectives as well. It traces the ways that Kanaka Maoli (Native Hawaiians) explored the outside world and generated understandings of their place in it in the century and half after James Cook stumbled on their islands in 1778. In doing so\, this book examines indigenous people as the active agents of global exploration\, rather than the passive objects of that exploration\, broadening our understanding of geographical knowledge production and power in the context of colonialism.  \n\n\n\nMy first book\, The Color of the Land\, argues for the central place of struggles over the ownership of Native American lands in the history of racial and national construction by Creeks\, African Americans\, and whites in the Creek Nation and eastern Oklahoma. The Color of the Land was awarded the 2010 Theodore Saloutos Prize for best book in agricultural history from the Agricultural History Society and was granted Honorable Mention in the competition for the American Studies Association’s 2011 Lora Romero First Book Prize.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Dr. Katharine Gerbner’s Bio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMy research explores the religious dimensions of race\, authority\, and freedom in the early modern Atlantic world. My book\, Christian Slavery: Conversion and Race in the Protestant Atlantic World (University of Pennsylvania Press\, 2018)\, shows how debates between slave-owners\, black Christians\, and missionaries transformed the practice of Protestantism and the language of race in the early modern Atlantic World. I am currently at work on a few different projects. One\, entitled “Constructing Religion\, Defining Crime\,” examines how some non-European religions—particularly those that were practiced under slavery—have been excluded from the category of religion and criminalized over the past three centuries. A related project investigates the religious and medical practices of enslaved Africans in the Caribbean\, paying particular attention to obeah. I am interested in how Afro-Caribbean ideas about healing\, prayer\, and worship influenced the construction of European categories such as religion and medicine. I have also been working on an article about Missionaries and Maroons\, which takes a micro-historical look at how and why maroon leaders sought to create alliances with Christian missionaries. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll Content Sessions will be conducted via Zoom and a Minnesota Department of Education (MDE)-hosted Canvas learning community. Each session’s lectures and discussions will be recorded and registered participants will receive access to the Canvas course with session recordings\, curated resources\, and collaborative planning tools. \n\nHigh school U.S. History teachers and 5th and 7th grade educators are invited to participate in companion Pedagogy Sessions. \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 but registration is required. Separate registration is required for each offering. \n\nRegistration Questions: Brittany.Rawson-Haeg@state.mn.us \n\nRegister Now \n\nThis offering is part of Navigating the U.S. History Eras: Content\, Pedagogy\, and Inquiry in the Classroom is a yearlong professional learning opportunity supporting implementation of Minnesota’s 2021 K–12 Academic Standards in Social Studies presented by MHC and MDE. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-content-session-era-two/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Academic Standards,Content Sessions,Free,K-12 Education,Online,Professional Development,Social Studies Standards,US History Eras ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_us_history_content_session_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250827T162241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T212429Z UID:10000564-1759773600-1759782600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis – Feeding Our Souls the Essence of Unity DESCRIPTION:Feeding Our Souls the Essence of Unity explores the themes of connecting and joy through food and community. Our host and feature partner is BIPOC Foodways Alliance (BFA) – a nonprofit organization that seeks to break down barriers between cultural communities using food as a tool. Through its program Immigrant Kitchen\, BFA provides a platform for women of color and women of lived immigration and refugee experience to tell their stories through the lens of home cooking. They seek to uplift\, share\, and archive important cultural legacy stories and histories that mainstream food media may have a tendency to overlook or ignore. The evening’s host is Mecca Bos\, Founder of BIPOC Foodways Alliance. Featured “home cook” chefs are Vivian Mims\, Phonn Sann\, Safa Abualreesh\, and Christina Arias Acosta. \nMecca Bos is a Culinary Storyteller who has been working as a food writer and chef for more than 20 years. She worked as a staff writer for Insight News\, food editor of the former publications Metro Magazine and City Pages\, and has written for many local and national publications including Taste\, Civil Eats\, and The New York Times. She is a regular contributor to Minnesota Public Radio and is about to embark on a book that will be published by the University of Minnesota Press\, Finding Our Tribe\, exploring the biracial experience in America through the lens of food. She has worked as a chef\, sous chef\, and cook in many professional kitchens from casual to fine\, including dinners at Platform by the James Beard Foundation in New York City.  \nVivian Mims is a lifelong Rondo Community resident who learned to cook from her 94-year-old matriarch Juanell Mims. Vivian remembers extended\, fried chicken dinners served by her mother every single Sunday. Vivian picked up the family tradition from her mother and is a skilled Soul Food cook. Vivian and her brother Davvie are currently working on a sprawling teleplay script that follows the trajectory of their family since they arrived in St. Paul during The Great Migration. \nPhonn Sann is a Cambodian refugee who survived starvation in Thai Refugee camps during Cambodia’s devastating and brutal Civil War. She and her husband\, Soreth Phann\, were forced into an arranged marriage in that camp\, and went on to have a large family who feel their family’s love through her mother’s cooking prowess. Phonn cooks Cambodian cuisine like a pro and keeps her family connected to their culture through this practice. \nSafa Abulareesh moved to Minneapolis more than 30 years ago to join her husband who had business here. Like many Palestinians\, she was born in Jordan after her grandparents were forced out of their home in Palestine during the 1948 “Nakba\,” the mass displacement and dispossession of Palestinians during and after the 1948 Arab-Israeli War. Like many of those Palestinians\, Safa is still deeply rooted to her culture and cooks her traditional food as both a way to stay tethered to that culture\, as well as an act of resistance. \nChristina Arias Acosta is from Mexico City and was Sean Sherman’s first hire at the Indigenous Food Lab in Minneapolis. She helps with everything\, including making staff meals for the entire team. She learned to cook from her grandparents and plans to make a green mole that her grandmother learned from her grandmother. Sean says Christina is the “resident elder” at IFL. Christina’s daughter and granddaughter also work for the organization\, carrying on the tradition of mothers learning to cook from their mothers. \nRegistration\nRegistration for this event has SOLD OUT. \nJoin the Waitlist URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minneapolis-feeding-our-souls-the-essence-of-unity/ LOCATION:Lynette\, 3753 42nd Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States CATEGORIES:Feeding Our Souls,Free,Immersive Experiences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/event_feeding_our_souls_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250715T194609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T224012Z UID:10000534-1759510800-1759523400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Fergus Falls - Sketches of Minnesota DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and Otter Tail Lakes Country 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. \n\n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour at The Gathering Place (202 W Lincoln Ave. Fergus Falls) \n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner Catered by Union Eatery\n7:15–8:00 PM: Performance at A Center for the Arts (124 W Lincoln Ave. Fergus Falls) \n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback\n\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. \nHost Partner: Fergus Falls Events Council \nRegistration\nThis event is free but registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/fergus-falls-sketches-of-minnesota/ LOCATION:A Center for the Arts\, 124 W Lincoln Ave\, Fergus Falls\, MN\, 56537\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/event_sketches_mn_fergus_falls_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Angie Lynch":MAILTO:angie@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250905T015320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T160103Z UID:10000565-1759428000-1759433400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Fergus Falls - Reconstruction Destructed Film & Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:To understand the challenges African Americans still face in being seen as full citizens in America today\, it is important for us to understand the origin story of the path of formerly enslaved people becoming citizens. The past is not dead; it is not even really the past. \nThis film\, created with our movie production partner OMG Studios\, features Federal Minnesota District Court Judge Jerry Blackwell\, author of Just Mercy and prominent civil rights attorney Bryan Stevenson\, Macalester University Professor Duchess Harris\, and a cameo by Minnesota’s First Lady of Civil Rights\, Dr. Josie Johnson. \nK-12 educators will receive 2 clock hours. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/fergus-falls-reconstruction-destructed-film-community-conversation/ LOCATION:Westridge Theater\, 2001 West Lincoln Ave\, Fergus Falls\, 56537\, United States CATEGORIES:Film Screening,Free,Professional Development,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_reconstruction_deconstructed_screening_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250821T135304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T210303Z UID:10000562-1758978000-1758988800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Learning from Place: 100 Years of Mexican American Culture on St. Paul’s West Side DESCRIPTION:Discover the stories\, history\, and vibrant culture of St. Paul’s West Side—the heart of Minnesota’s Latino community. This immersive experience focuses on The Flats and the Latino Cultural District\, a neighborhood shaped by generations of Mexican Americans\, and now home to the future Minnesota Latino Museum. \nMinnesota is home to more than 400\,000 residents of Mexican and Latino heritage\, two-thirds of whom trace their roots to Mexico. Since 2000\, Minnesota’s Latino population has grown by 288%\, contributing to the state’s cultural\, economic\, and civic life in countless ways. During this program\, participants will learn directly from Latino community members and leaders\, exploring the past\, present\, and future of this important neighborhood. \nOffered in collaboration with the Minnesota Latino Museum. \nEvent Highlights \n\nHistorical overview of St. Paul’s West Side\nPersonal stories from West Side residents and business owners\nVisit to a local business in the community\nVisit to Alebrijes: Keepers of the Island exhibit on Raspberry Island (on view June 1–Oct 26)\nIntroduction to plans for the Minnesota Latino Museum\nSampling of Mexican cuisine\n\nWe will begin at Neighborhood House in the Wellstone Center\, then travel together by bus to Raspberry Island and The Flats. \nRegistration\nRegistration for this event has CLOSED. Join the waitlist. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nJoin the Waitlist URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/learning-from-place-100-years-of-mexican-american-culture-on-st-pauls-west-side/ LOCATION:Neighborhood House/The Wellstone Center\, 179 Robie St E\, St. Paul\, 55107\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Immersive Experiences,Learning from Place ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_lfp_st_paul_west_side_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250715T194633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T205943Z UID:10000533-1758474000-1758486600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Rosemount - Sketches of Minnesota DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and City of Rosemount 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. \n\n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner\n7:15–8:00 PM: Performances\n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback\n\nHost Partner: City of Rosemount \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 but registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/rosemount-sketches-of-minnesota/ LOCATION:Rosemount Steeple Center\, 14375 S Robert Trail\, Rosemount\, MN\, 55068\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/event_sketches_mn_rosemount_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Angie Lynch":MAILTO:angie@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250910T165618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T165632Z UID:10000570-1758357000-1758382200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Learning from Place: Bdote for Educators DESCRIPTION:This special session\, offered in partnership with Saint Paul Public Schools\, is designed for 4th–7th grade teachers and district administrators. Space is limited. \nLearning from Place: Bdote is an immersive\, place-based learning experience that brings participants to sites of deep significance to Dakota people in the Twin Cities. Through stories shared by Dakota community members\, educators will engage with histories and perspectives that are often absent from our state’s narrative. \nSites visited: \n\nFort Snelling State Park\nWicaḣapi (we-CHA-ha-pee; formerly Indian Mounds Regional Park)\nOȟéyawahe/Pilot Knob Preservation Site (oh-HAY-ya-wa-hee)\n\nCoach bus transportation will be provided\, beginning and ending at the Minnesota Humanities Center. Participants need to bring their own lunch\, beverages\, and snacks. \nThe day will take place entirely outdoors and includes approximately 1.5 miles of walking\, sometimes on unpaved paths\, and standing for extended periods. Audio headsets will be provided for clear listening. For questions about accessibility\, please contact Eden Bart at eden@mnhum.org or 651-772-4261. \nYour co-leads: Ramona Kitto Stately and Fern Naomi Renville \nRamona Kitto Stately is an enrolled member of the Santee Sioux Dakhóta Nation. She has a BA in Dakota Art and Culture and a MAE in Teacher Leadership. She is Project Director for We Are Still Here Minnesota and serves as chairperson of the Minnesota Indian Education Association. Ramona was the Recipient of the 2021 Ron McKinley Award from Minnesota Education Equity Partnership\, currently serves as 2023’s Indigenous Elder in Residence for Carleton College\, and McKnight Culture Bearers Award Recipient in March 2023. \nFern Naomi Renville is an artist\, storyteller\, enrolled citizen of the Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate\, and seventh-generation descendant of Chief Gabriel Renville. Born on the Lake Traverse Reservation in South Dakota\, Fern currently lives and works in Saint Paul as an educator sharing music\, story\, and land-based learning to promote greater understanding and knowledge of Dakota people. \nK-12 educators will receive 5 clock hours. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-learning-from-place-bdote-for-educators/ LOCATION:Minnesota Humanities Event Center\, 987 Ivy Avenue East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States CATEGORIES:CEUs/Clock Hours,Immersive Experiences,K-12 Education,Learning from Place ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/event_lfp_bdote_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250731T204858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T204858Z UID:10000540-1758304800-1758315600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Winona - Shorelines and Storylines: An Artist Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special evening of reflection\, story\, and shared warmth around the fire (weather permitting). This gathering offers an opportunity to connect with the artists of Once Upon A Shore through a special panel conversation moderated by guest exhibition curator\, Heid E. Erdrich. Enjoy passed appetizers\, and purchase drinks from Minnesota Marine Art Museum (MMAM)’s Water Bar Cafe & Provisions. The Minnesota Humanities Center is excited to partner with MMAM to highlight artists Gwen Nell Westerman\, Tashia Hart\, and Cole Redhorse Taylor who have contributed to the Native American Lives Series\, books by and about Dakota and Ojibwe Minnesotans\, for middle grade readers. Guests are also invited to purchase a variety of books created by exhibition artists\, including the newest publications Ella Cara Deloria: Dakota Language Protector\, Charles Albert Bender: National Baseball Hall of Fame Pitcher\, Peggy Flanagan: Lieutenant Governor\, and Carrie Cavender Schommer: Dakota Language Teacher\, and have your copy signed and personalized. \nRegistration\nShorelines and Storylines is organized by the Minnesota Marine Art Museum. Registration through the Minnesota Marine Art Museum is required to attend. \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/winona-shorelines-and-storylines-an-artist-gathering/ LOCATION:Minnesota Marine Art Museum\, 800 Riverview Drive\, Winona\, 55987\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Greater Minnesota,Native American Lives Series,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/event_once_upon_a_shore_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250812T155554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171101Z UID:10000547-1758211200-1758216600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online Pedagogy Session – Foundations and Framework DESCRIPTION:This opening pedagogy session will provide a brief overview of the new Minnesota K–12 Academic Standards in Social Studies\, followed by an introduction to the structure and goals of the Navigating U.S. History Eras pedagogy sessions. Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) Social Studies Specialist Brittany Rawson-Haeg will guide participants in understanding how the series is designed to support inquiry-based\, standards-aligned approaches to teaching U.S. History. \nAll Pedagogy Sessions will be conducted via Zoom. Educators who participate in all Pedagogy Sessions will leave the year with a complete U.S. History course aligned to the new standards. \nEducators are invited to participate in companion Content Sessions. \nRegistration\nPedagogy Sessions are designed for high school U.S. History teachers and may also be relevant for 5th and 7th 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 but registration is required. Separate registration is required for each offering. \nRegistration Questions: Brittany.Rawson-Haeg@state.mn.us \nRegister Now \nThis offering is part of Navigating the U.S. History Eras: Content\, Pedagogy\, and Inquiry in the Classroom is a yearlong professional learning opportunity supporting implementation of Minnesota’s 2021 K–12 Academic Standards in Social Studies presented by MHC and MDE. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-pedagogy-session-era-one/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Academic Standards,K-12 Education,Pedagogy Sessions,Professional Development,Social Studies Standards,US History Eras ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_us_history_pedagogy_session_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250814T230800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T230800Z UID:10000560-1757768400-1757777400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - 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 fourth offering as we gather together through the shared connection of the headscarf and its complexity. “Women Balancing Entrepreneurship and their own Wellness” is the theme. Well known community business advisor and consultant\, Mariam Mohamed serves as the MHC partner and co-designer of this event. 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. \nLearn More About Headscarf Story Circles\nLearn more about Headscarf Story Circles program in this video produced by the Minnesota Humanities Center.\n  \n\n\n  \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-headscarf-story-circle-gathering/ 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/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/immersive_experiences_headscarf_story_circle_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rose McGee":MAILTO:rose@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250826T155817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T160111Z UID:10000563-1757768400-1757773800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Fort Snelling - Reconstruction Destructed Film & Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:To understand the challenges African Americans still face in being seen as full citizens in America today\, it is important for us to understand the origin story of the path of formerly enslaved people becoming citizens. The past is not dead; it is not even really the past. \nThis film\, created with our movie production partner OMG Studios\, features Federal Minnesota District Court Judge Jerry Blackwell\, author of Just Mercy and prominent civil rights attorney Bryan Stevenson\, Macalester University Professor Duchess Harris\, and a cameo by Minnesota’s First Lady of Civil Rights\, Dr. Josie Johnson. \nK-12 educators will receive 2 clock hours. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: ftsnelling@mnhs.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/fort-snelling-reconstruction-destructed-film-community-conversation/ LOCATION:Fort Snelling State Park\, 101 Snelling Lake Road\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55111\, United States CATEGORIES:Film Screening,Free,Professional Development,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_reconstruction_deconstructed_screening_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Rust":MAILTO:jessica@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250818T133433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T134616Z UID:10000561-1757761200-1757779200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Red Wing – Minnesota Children’s Book Festival DESCRIPTION:The Anderson Center at Tower View is pleased to announce that the 26th annual Minnesota Children’s Book Festival will be held on Saturday\, September 13\, 2025 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\, face painting\, 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/minnesota-childrens-book-festival/ LOCATION:Anderson Center at Tower View\, 163 Tower View Drive\, Red Wing\, MN\, 55066\, United States CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,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="Colin Nelson-Dusek":MAILTO:colin@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250407T150248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T145438Z UID:10000499-1757752200-1757773800@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 public and is particularly beneficial for educators who want to include new perspectives in their history curriculum. \nLearning from Place: Bdote will begin at Fort Snelling State Park (parking permit is required). After a break for “lunch on your own\,” we will meet at Wicaḣapi (pronounced we-CHA-ha-pee; formerly Indian Mounds Regional Park)\, followed by a visit to the Oȟéyawahe/Pilot Knob Preservation Site (pronounced oh-HAY-ya-wa-hee). We will be outside the entire time. Participants need to provide their own transportation\, lunch\, snacks\, and beverages. \nThere will be about 1.5 miles of walking throughout the day\, sometimes on unpaved paths\, as well as standing for periods of time. We will provide audio headsets for amplification of the tour guides. For specific inquiries about accessibility\, please contact Eden Bart at eden@mnhum.org or 651-772-4261. \nYour co-leads: Ramona Kitto Stately and Fern Naomi Renville \nRamona Kitto Stately is an enrolled member of the Santee Sioux Dakhóta Nation. She has a BA in Dakota Art and Culture and a MAE in Teacher Leadership. She is Project Director for We Are Still Here Minnesota and serves as chairperson of the Minnesota Indian Education Association. Ramona was the Recipient of the 2021 Ron McKinley Award from Minnesota Education Equity Partnership\, currently serves as 2023’s Indigenous Elder in Residence for Carleton College\, and McKnight Culture Bearers Award Recipient in March 2023. \nFern Naomi Renville is an artist\, storyteller\, enrolled citizen of the Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate\, and seventh-generation descendant of Chief Gabriel Renville. Born on the Lake Traverse Reservation in South Dakota\, Fern currently lives and works in Saint Paul as an educator sharing music\, story\, and land-based learning to promote greater understanding and knowledge of Dakota people. \nK-12 educators will receive 5 clock hours. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nRegistration for this event has SOLD OUT. \nJoin the Waitlist \nWant to know more about Learning from Place: Bdote?\nLearn more about the Learning from Place: Bdote offering.\n \nLearn More \nWatch Learning from Place: Bdote\, a video produced to celebrate 10 years of this powerful program. \nWatch Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/lfp-bdote-september-2025/ 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/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/event_lfp_bdote_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250709T155706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T155706Z UID:10000526-1757529000-1757536200@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - Minnesota Writers Off the Page: Mubanga Kalimamukwento DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special evening with Mubanga Kalimamukwento\, author of “Obligations to the Wounded\,” winner of this year’s Minnesota Book Award for novel/short story. Mubanga will be in conversation with Mona Susan Power\, and along with readings from the book\, their discussion will explore creative writing\, the short story craft\, family\, culture\, emigration\, and more. Audience members will be invited to participate in a Q&A session\, enjoy light refreshments\, and have further informal conversation with the featured speakers. Copies of “Obligations to the Wounded” will be available for purchase\, and the evening will finish with a book signing. \nAbout the Speakers\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. 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. \nMona Susan Power is the author of four books of fiction and has written short stories and essays that have appeared in publications and anthologies such as The Atlantic\, The Paris Review\, Ploughshares\, and Granta. She received a bachelor’s degree and JD from Harvard University and earned an MFA from the University of Iowa Writers’ Workshop. Her first novel\, “The Grass Dancer\,” was published in 1994.\nMona is an enrolled member of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe (Iháŋktȟuŋwaŋna Dakhóta). She was born and raised in Chicago and now lives in Minneapolis. \nThis event is presented in partnership with Black Garnet Books\, an independent bookstore in Saint Paul\, MN that offers a curated selection of books and art by authors and illustrators of color in an environment that encourages learning\, joyful interaction\, and communal care for everyone who visits. This event is part of the Minnesota Writers Off the Page series\, bringing the inspirational voices of Minnesota’s authors directly to readers. \nRegistration\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minnesota-writers-off-the-page-mubanga-kalimamukwento/ LOCATION:Black Garnet Books\, 1319 University Ave W\, St. Paul\, 55104\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,Minnesota Writers Off the Page,Public Programming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/event_mn_writers_mubanga_kalimamukwento.png ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250812T155541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171208Z UID:10000542-1757433600-1757439000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Online Content Session - Era One: Indigenous Histories DESCRIPTION:Explore the histories of America’s first peoples before European contact and connect them to the lived experiences of Indigenous communities today. Led by Dr. Brenda Child and moderated by Dr. Katharine Gerbner\, this session will provide deep historical context\, source analysis\, and thematic framing. \n\n\n\nView Dr. Brenda Child’s Bio\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Brenda J. Child is Northrop Professor of American Studies and former chair of the Departments of American Studies (2016-19) and the Department of American Indian Studies (2009-12). \n\n She is the author of award-winning books of American Indian history\, including Boarding School Seasons: American Indian Families\, 1900-1940\, (1998)\, which won the North American Indian Prose Award; Holding Our World Together: Ojibwe Women and the Survival of Community\, (2012); Indian Subjects: Hemispheric Perspectives on the History of Indigenous Education (with Brian Klopotek\, 2014). Her 2014 book My Grandfather’s Knocking Sticks: Ojibwe Family Life and Labor on the Reservation won the American Indian Book Award and the Best Book in Midwestern History. Child’s book for children\, Bowwow Powwow (2018)\, won the American Indian Youth Literature Award for best picture book. \n\n Child served as a member of the board of trustees of the National Museum of the American Indian-Smithsonian and was President (2017-2018) of the Native American & Indigenous Studies Association. She was born on the Red Lake Ojibwe Reservation in northern Minnesota where she served as a member of a committee writing a new constitution for the 12\,000-member nation. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAll Content Sessions will be conducted via Zoom and a Minnesota Department of Education (MDE)-hosted Canvas learning community. Each session’s lectures and discussions will be recorded and registered participants will receive access to the Canvas course with session recordings\, curated resources\, and collaborative planning tools. \n\n\n\nHigh school U.S. History teachers and 5th and 7th grade educators are invited to participate in companion Pedagogy Sessions. \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\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\n\n\nThis event is free but registration is required. Separate registration is required for each offering. \n\n\n\nRegistration Questions: Brittany.Rawson-Haeg@state.mn.us \n\nRegister Now \n\nThis offering is part of Navigating the U.S. History Eras: Content\, Pedagogy\, and Inquiry in the Classroom is a yearlong professional learning opportunity supporting implementation of Minnesota’s 2021 K–12 Academic Standards in Social Studies presented by MHC and MDE. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-content-session-era-one/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Academic Standards,Content Sessions,Free,K-12 Education,Online,Professional Development,Social Studies Standards,US History Eras ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_us_history_content_session_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250715T194616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T162347Z UID:10000531-1757156400-1757169000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Sketches of Minnesota DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and Kingfield Neighborhood Association 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. \n\n11:00–12:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n12:00–1:15 PM: Lunch\n1:15–2:00 PM: Performances\n2:00–2:30 PM: Talkback\n\nHost Partner: Kingfield Neighborhood Association \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 but registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org | MHC Cancellation Policy \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/mpls-sketches-of-minnesota/ LOCATION:Center for Performing Arts\, 3754 Pleasant Ave S\, Minneapolis\, 55409\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/event_sketches_mn_kingfield_mpls_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Trygve Throntveit":MAILTO:trygve@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250829T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250829T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250805T181937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T192030Z UID:10000541-1756467000-1756470600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Minnesota State Fair - Sketches of Minnesota DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and MPR for a special State Fair edition of Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These 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. This performance will be held at the MPR Stage at the corner of Judson and Nelson. \nHost Partner: MPR \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 performance is free however paid admission to the Minnesota State Fair is required. URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minnesota-state-fair-sketches-of-minnesota/ LOCATION:MPR Stage (Minnesota State Fair)\, Judson Ave and Nelson St\, St. Paul\, 55108-3003\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/event_sketches_mn_state_fair_2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Trygve Throntveit":MAILTO:trygve@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250711T201326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T122927Z UID:10000530-1756400400-1756413000@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Rochester - Sketches of Minnesota DESCRIPTION:Join the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and Rochester Art Center 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. \n\n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner\n7:15–8:00 PM: Performances\n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback\n\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\nSketches of Minnesota on August 28 is at capacity. Please join our waitlist. If a spot becomes available\, we will contact you in the order received. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nJoin the Waitlist URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/rochester-sketches-of-minnesota/ LOCATION:Rochester Art Center\, 30 Civic Drive SE Ste 120\, Rochester\, MN\, 55904\, United States CATEGORIES: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="Trygve Throntveit":MAILTO:trygve@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250729T210708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T210708Z UID:10000538-1755883800-1755892800@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Maplewood - Feeding Our Soul: The Essence of Asian Joy DESCRIPTION:As part of our Feeding Our Souls: The Essence of Cultural Joy series\, the Minnesota Humanities Center invites you to an engaging Night Market Pop-Up experience celebrating the stories\, sounds\, and street foods that bring communities and neighborhoods together. \nNight markets can be traced back to China\, where they provided locals with quick meals and joyful entertainment after a long day’s work\, similar to a cultural “happy hour.” From Asia to the Americas\, these nocturnal bazaars offer goods\, stories\, traditions\, and flavors deeply rooted in local identity. \nJoin us for a curated program featuring Asian food\, music\, live performance\, and laughter featuring Saymoukda Duangphouxay Vongsay and Eve Vang. You’ll also hear personal reflections from a beloved food truck chef. \nGuests will have the opportunity to write and share short reflections or spoken word inspired by their favorite street food memories\, with a chance to win prizes provided by our venue host\, Pan Asian Center. \nCome hungry\, food truck meals and beverages will be available for purchase. \nCome for the food\, stay for the laughter and feed your soul. \n5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Food Trucks Open\n6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Performances and Open Mic \nRegistration\nSo that we can deliver the best event experience\, registration is encouraged. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/maplewood-feeding-our-soul-the-essence-of-asian-joy/ LOCATION:Pan Asian Center\, 3001 White Bear Ave\, Maplewood\, 55109\, United States CATEGORIES:Feeding Our Souls,Free,Immersive Experiences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/event_fos_night_market_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="MayKao Fredericks":MAILTO:maykao@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250711T200828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T185020Z UID:10000529-1755190800-1755203400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:New Ulm - Sketches of Minnesota DESCRIPTION:“New Ulm: Come See What’s Brewing”\nJoin the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and New Ulm Turner Hall 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. \n\n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner\n7:15–8:00 PM: Performances\n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback\n\nHost Partner: New Ulm Turner Hall \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\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/new-ulm-sketches-of-minnesota/ LOCATION:New Ulm Turner Hall\, 102 S State St\, New Ulm\, MN\, 56073\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Greater Minnesota,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/event_sketches_mn_new_ulm_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Trygve Throntveit":MAILTO:trygve@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250730T154215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T154215Z UID:10000539-1755160200-1755185400@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:St. Paul - History Fest DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the 2025-2026 school year with a choice of educator-led sessions focusing on state\, national and world history\, as well as assessments\, primary sources\, and more. Connect with your history peers from around the state! This workshop has sessions for elementary\, middle\, and high school levels. The Minnesota Humanities Center will be tabling in the vendor area – stop by to view MHC’s educator resources and learn more about our work with educators. \nRegistration\nHistory Fest is organized by the Minnesota History Center. Registration and payment through MNHS for the full conference are required to attend. \nRegistration Questions: Email Jessica McMahon at jessica.mcmahon@mnhs.org. \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/st-paul-history-fest/ LOCATION:Minnesota History Center\, 345 W Kellogg Blvd\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States CATEGORIES:K-12 Education,Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/event_history_fest.png ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250814 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251007 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250422T212604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T173627Z UID:10000505-1755129600-1759795199@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Henderson - 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: Ney Nature Center \nWant to know more about We Are Water MN?\nLearn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit\, partnership\, and programs. \nLearn More URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/henderson-we-are-water-mn/ LOCATION:Ney Nature Center\, 28238 Nature Center Ln\, Henderson\, MN\, 56044\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Exhibit,Free,Kid Friendly,Public Programs,We Are Water MN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/event_we_are_water.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T163000 CREATED:20250711T191404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T185039Z UID:10000528-1755018000-1755030600@www.mnhum.org SUMMARY:Braham - Sketches of Minnesota DESCRIPTION:“Braham\, MN: Dynamic. Friendly. Engaged!”\nJoin the Minnesota Humanities Center\, Danger Boat Productions\, and Arc Retreat 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. \n\n5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour\n6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner\n7:15–8:00 PM: Performances\n8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback\n\nHost Partner: Arc Retreat Community \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\nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/braham-sketches-of-minnesota/ LOCATION:Braham Event Center\, 655 8th St SW\, Braham\, MN\, 55006\, United States CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Free,Sketches of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mnhum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/event_sketches_mn_braham_area_2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Trygve Throntveit":MAILTO:trygve@mnhum.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR