Minnesota Humanities Center
  • Minneapolis – Sketches of Minnesota: A Civic Community Comedy Tour

    Dudley Riggs Theater 824 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Registration coming soon! This one-hour scripted show is based on the acclaimed Sketches of Minnesota Civic-Improv Tour, and reflects the everyday lives and laugh-out-loud stories of Minnesota communities from Austin to International Falls. Thanks to the Arts and Cultural Heritage Legacy Amendment, it's also FREE!

    Free
  • Carlton – Dakota and Ojibwe Language Symposium

    Black Bear Resort and Casino 1785 Highway 210, Carlton, MN, United States

    The Minnesota Indian Affairs Council’s Language Revitalization Working Group, partnering with the Minnesota Humanities Center, is hosting the 4th Annual Dakota and Ojibwe Language Symposium.

    $30
  • Rochester – Headscarf Story Circle Gathering

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

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

    Free
  • Ortonville – We Are Water MN

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

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

    Free
  • Ortonville – Spring Expo and Water Bar

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

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

    Free
  • Erskine – National History Day Educator Workshop

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

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 Curious about National History Day and how to present historical content in ways that honor and respect diverse communities?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

    Free
  • Prior Lake – Teaching American Indian Content to All – MIEA Conference

    Mystic Lake Center 2400 Mystic Lake Boulevard NW, Prior Lake, MN, United States

    Join the Minnesota Humanities Center at the 41st Annual Minnesota Indian Education Association (MIEA) Conference on Thursday, March 20! MHC will be presenting the session “Teaching American Indian Content to All” from 9:15–10:15 and tabling in the vendor area throughout the day.

  • Minneapolis – Headscarf Story Circle Gathering

    The Legends Apartments Great Room 3700 Huset Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    The Minnesota Humanities Center often hosts Headscarf Story Circles – a series of offerings that recognize the strength and resiliency of women. Our Twin Cities community is pleased to announce that we will gather through shared connections 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.

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

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

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

    Free