Minnesota Humanities Center

Marshall - The Declaration of Independence and Liberty, Then and Now: A Community Conversation
2026-06-09 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Lyon County Museum, 301 W Lyon St, Marshall, 56258, United States
Join us at the Lyon County Museum for a community conversation in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. This conversation, “The Declaration of Independence and Liberty, Then and Now” brings community members together to reflect upon the principles of the Declaration of Independence, the importance of these principles in our daily lives, what our shared values are as residents of Minnesota and the United States, and how we envision the country will look 250 years into the future.
Gather with neighbors for a facilitated discussion grounded in curiosity, respect, honesty, and active listening to deepen understanding. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. Dinner will be served from 6:00 – 6:30 p.m.
This event is part of “The Declaration of Independence and Liberty, Then and Now” conversation series, presented in partnership with Braver Angels of Minnesota, the Minnesota Historical Society, and the Minnesota Humanities Center.
Registration
This event is free, however registration is required.
Registration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org
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Winona - The Declaration of Independence and Liberty, Then and Now: A Community Conversation
2026-07-09 11:30 - 13:30 | Minnesota Marine Art Museum, 800 Riverview Drive, Winona, 55987, United States
Join us at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum (MMAM) for a community conversation in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. This conversation, “The Declaration of Independence and Liberty, Then and Now” brings community members together to reflect upon the principles of the Declaration of Independence, the importance of these principles in our daily lives, what our shared values are as residents of Minnesota and the United States, and how we envision the country will look 250 years into the future.
As MMAM’s ongoing exhibition “The Coast and the Sea” considers how waterways shaped American identity, commerce, conflict, and expansion, this community conversation invites visitors to reflect on the evolving ideals of liberty and citizenship that developed alongside that history. MMAM is excited to host this conversation and encourages participants to see the exhibition before or after the program.
Gather with neighbors for a facilitated discussion grounded in curiosity, respect, honesty, and active listening to deepen understanding.
This event is part of “The Declaration of Independence and Liberty, Then and Now” conversation series, presented in partnership with Braver Angels of Minnesota, the Minnesota Historical Society, and the Minnesota Humanities Center.
Registration
This event is free, however registration is required. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Registration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org
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Edina - The Declaration of Independence and Liberty, Then and Now: A Community Conversation
2026-07-16 12:00 - 14:00 | Edina Senior Center, 5280 Grandview Square, Edina, 55436, United States
Join us at the Edina Senior Center for a community conversation in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. This conversation, “The Declaration of Independence and Liberty, Then and Now” brings community members together to reflect upon the principles of the Declaration of Independence, the importance of these principles in our daily lives, what our shared values are as residents of Minnesota and the United States, and how we envision the country will look 250 years into the future.
Gather with neighbors for a facilitated discussion grounded in curiosity, respect, honesty, and active listening to deepen understanding.
This event is part of “The Declaration of Independence and Liberty, Then and Now” conversation series, presented in partnership with Braver Angels of Minnesota, the Minnesota Historical Society, and the Minnesota Humanities Center.
Registration
This event is free, however registration is required. Lunch will be served from 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Registration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org
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Moorhead - The Declaration of Independence and Liberty, Then and Now: A Community Conversation
2026-08-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County, 202 First Ave N, Moorhead, 56560, United States
Join us at the Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County for a community conversation in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. This conversation, “The Declaration of Independence and Liberty, Then and Now” brings community members together to reflect upon the principles of the Declaration of Independence, the importance of these principles in our daily lives, what our shared values are as residents of Minnesota and the United States, and how we envision the country will look 250 years into the future.
Gather with neighbors for a facilitated discussion grounded in curiosity, respect, honesty, and active listening to deepen understanding.
This event is part of “The Declaration of Independence and Liberty, Then and Now” conversation series, presented in partnership with Braver Angels of Minnesota, the Minnesota Historical Society, and the Minnesota Humanities Center.
Registration
This event is free, however registration is required. Dinner will be provided.
Registration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org
Register Now
