Minnesota Humanities Center

St. Paul - Learning from Place: Little Mekong Cultural District
2026-09-10 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | XIA Books & Cafe, 422 University Ave W, St. Paul, MN, 55103, United States
St. Paul’s Little Mekong Cultural District invites participants into a vibrant Southeast Asian cultural corridor shaped by migration, resilience, and entrepreneurship along University Avenue. The experience begins at XIA Books & Cafe, where community leader Va-Megn Thoj welcomes participants and grounds the journey in the story of the Mekong River and its connection to identity, history, and place. From there, participants walk through a neighborhood alive with murals, shops, and community stories. Along the way, elders from Vietnamese Social Services share reflections of pride, gratitude, and courage, including stories from those who came to the United States as refugees of war. At the Hmong Cultural Center, participants deepen their understanding of the importance, and the difficulty, of preserving oral-based histories. If scheduling permits, they may also have the opportunity to hear the sound of the qeej, a traditional Hmong instrument whose breath, rhythm, and movement carry ancestral voice and ceremony. The journey continues through local restaurants, where dishes such as somlaw kao kou, a savory Cambodian soup with green papaya, eggplant, and pumpkin, evoke memories of family, tradition, and foodways across generations and borders. The experience closes with group reflection, inviting participants to connect these sensory and human experiences to a deeper understanding of community, culture, and belonging.
K-12 Educators will receive 3 clock hours upon completion of the event.
This experience is presented in collaboration with Asian Economic Development Association (AEDA), a non-profit organization whose mission is to create economic and cultural opportunities for Twin Cities Asian American.
Registration
To 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 discount code FEEWAIVER.
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Marshall - Sketches of Minnesota
2026-09-10 17:00 - 20:30 | Marshall Area YMCA, 200 South A St, Marshall, 56258, United States
Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and Marshall 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.
Beginning 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.
5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour
6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner
7:15–8:00 PM: Improv show
8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback
Host Partners: Lyon County Historical Society Museum and Visit Marshall
The 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.
Registration
This event is free, however registration is required.
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St. Paul – Learning Through Play: An Ojibwe Games Workshop for Educators
2026-09-14 17:00 - 19:30 | Minnesota Humanities Event Center, 987 Ivy Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN, 55106, United States
Join the Minnesota Humanities Center and Tony Drews of Nashke Native Games for an interactive professional development experience exploring how Ojibwe games can be used in K–12 classrooms. Through hands-on participation, educators will experience culturally grounded games and consider how they can support engagement, retention, and classroom learning.
Research on game-based learning shows that thoughtfully designed games can increase student engagement and support deeper understanding of academic content.
Throughout this event, educators will explore Nashke Native Games and practical strategies for integrating Ojibwe language, history, and culture into instruction. Discussions will highlight how games can support engagement, inquiry, and connections to Indigenous learning.
Participants will be introduced to Minnesota Humanities Center resources, including the Native American Lives biography series, educator guides, and newly developed lesson plans designed for Indigenous Peoples Day and year-round classroom use. These materials are aligned with Minnesota’s Indigenous Education for All state requirements, which support the inclusion of Indigenous histories, cultures, and perspectives across K–12 curriculum.
The evening begins with a light dinner and conversation, followed by gameplay, resource sharing, and opportunities to connect with fellow educators. Participants will also have a chance to win educational resources and games through a raffle.
Whether you teach elementary, middle, or high school students, you’ll leave with practical classroom ideas and new ways to engage students with Indigenous histories and experiences. Each participant will also receive an Ojibwe game to use with students in their classroom or educational setting.
Following the workshop, Nashke Native Games will have additional games and educational resources available for purchase.
K-12 Educators will receive 2 clock hours upon completion of the event.
Registration
Complimentary registrations are available to help ensure cost is not a barrier. Use discount code FEEWAIVER when registering.
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St. Paul - Summer on the Lawn: "Black Panther" Movie Book Club
2026-09-18 18:30 - 21:30 | Minnesota Humanities Event Center, 987 Ivy Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN, 55106, United States
The State Fair is over, Labor Day has come and gone, and homework is back. Summer’s end can be tough, but MHC’s Summer on the Lawn series closes the season on a high note with a community conversation and outdoor screening of a modern movie classic! In partnership with TriLingua Cinema and SAGE GRAY, Summer on the Lawn presents “Black Panther” movie book club. SAGE GRAY, a noted scholar of Afrofuturist Design and developer of the Wakanda Syllabus, will begin the evening with a community discussion about the impact of the “Black Panther” multiverse and its importance to history and contemporary culture. GRAY will then introduce a screening of “Black Panther,” an epic tale about the struggles and triumphs of T’Challa, King of Wakanda and the superhero Black Panther, as he faces the dual challenges of archrival Killmonger, a pretender to the Wakandan throne, and the political difficulties of securing the safety and sovereignty of his country.
This film is rated PG-13 and runs for 134 minutes. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to consult Common Sense Media for more information on film content.
Showtime begins right after sunset (approximately 7:20 p.m.). Light refreshments will be provided by TriLingua Cinema and MHC. Picnics, lawn chairs, and blankets are welcome. Note that the screening is in an open field with minimal shade. Please plan accordingly. Restrooms will be available for use at the Minnesota Humanities Event Center. In case of inclement weather, the screening will be moved indoors to the Minnesota Humanities Event Center.
About TriLingua Cinema
TriLingua Cinema is a nonprofit traveling cinema with the mission of utilizing films to build community among the diverse residents of Saint Paul’s East Side. Their ultimate goal is to open a brick-and-mortar movie theater in Payne-Phalen or Dayton’s Bluff.
This event is part of MHC’s 2026 Summer on the Lawn series.
Registration
This event is free to attend. Registration is encouraged but required.
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St. Paul - Learning from Place: Bdote
2026-09-19 08:30 - 14:30 | Fort Snelling State Park, 101 Snelling Lake Road, St. Paul, MN, 55111, United States
Learning from Place: Bdote is a place-based experience led by Dakota community members at sites of deep significance in the Twin Cities. Participants engage with Dakota history and contemporary perspectives through story, observation, and shared reflection.
This experience is open to the general public and is particularly beneficial for educators and others seeking to deepen their understanding of Minnesota history and Dakota perspectives. Due to the nature of the content and the length of the day, this experience is not recommended for young children.
For more information, visit the Learning from Place: Bdote program page.

Co-Leads (click to expand/collapse)
Ramona 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 and the 2023 McKnight Culture Bearers Award. She currently serves on the Indigenous Elder Advisory Board for Carleton College.
Fern 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.

What to Expect (click to expand/collapse)

You will visit Bdote (Fort Snelling State Park)* in the morning and Wic̣aḣapi** in the afternoon, with a break for lunch on your own.

A Minnesota state park vehicle permit is required for Fort Snelling State Park. [Day passes can be purchased in advance.]
You will walk up to one mile over mostly flat terrain with periods of standing. You are welcome to bring a small folding or camping chair for comfort.
The experience takes place outdoors; please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.
Some of the content may bring up strong emotions.

*Fort Snelling State Park: 101 Snelling Lake Road, St. Paul – access is via Post Road, near the Mpls.-St. Paul Airport
**Wic̣aḣapi: Mounds Blvd and Earl St., St. Paul

Accessibility (click to expand/collapse)
For information about accessibility and physical considerations, please visit the FAQ section of the Learning from Place: Bdote program page. If you have additional questions or would like to discuss your needs, contact Eden Bart.

Registration
K-12 educators will receive 5 clock hours. Participants provide their own transportation, lunch, snacks, and beverages.
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Duluth - Learning from Place: African American History and the Duluth Lynchings of 1920
2026-09-19 13:00 - 16:00 | Zeitgeist Center for Arts, 222 East Superior Street, Duluth, MN, 55802, United States
Join us for a Learning from Place experience exploring the history and legacy of the 1920 Duluth lynchings.

Through personal stories, historical context, and community perspectives, event participants will examine and reflect upon one of Minnesota’s most significant acts of racial terror. Beginning at Zeitgeist Arts, participants will walk to the Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial, which honors Elias Clayton, Elmer Jackson, and Isaac McGhie—the three Black men who were lynched in Duluth in 1920.

Along the walk, participants will visit the site of a former city jail and learn about the events of 1920, the community’s efforts to preserve and share this history, and the Memorial’s ongoing role in fostering dialogue, remembrance, and understanding. The group will then travel by bus to Park Hill Cemetery, where the three men were laid to rest. There, participants will learn how community members worked to ensure they were no longer buried in unmarked graves, culminating in the dedication of permanent headstones in 1991.

Upon returning to Zeitgeist, participants will have time to reflect on the experience, engage in conversation with one another, and consider how this history continues to shape our understanding of place, memory, and community.

As the nation commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States, this experience invites participants to consider how a fuller understanding of our shared history – including stories that have too often been overlooked – strengthens our democracy and informs the future we build together.

This Learning from Place experience was curated by Carl Crawford, a founding member of the Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial. The Memorial’s mission is to preserve the history of the 1920 Duluth lynchings, honor the lives of Elias Clayton, Elmer Jackson, and Isaac McGhie, and inspire ongoing dialogue, education, and action toward racial justice.

+Meet the Facilitator and Speakers

Carl Crawford is a founding member of the Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial and a longtime Duluth community leader. He served as the City of Duluth’s Human Rights Officer from 2016–2024 and currently serves as the Accessibility and Engagement Senior Coordinator for St. Louis County. Crawford has been a longtime advocate for human rights and community engagement, helping draft Duluth’s original Human Rights Ordinance and serving as chair of the Human Rights Commission. His contributions have been recognized with the MLK Jr. Drum Major for Peace Award and the Juneteenth Community Griot Award for outstanding servant leadership.

Henry Banks is a longtime Duluth community leader, educator, storyteller, and advocate with more than 35 years of volunteer service dedicated to strengthening the region and supporting a more inclusive community. He is a founder of the Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial and played a key role in bringing forward the effort to honor the lives and legacy of Elias Clayton, Elmer Jackson, and Isaac McGhie. Henry has served in numerous community leadership roles, including as vice president of the Duluth Transit Authority, president of the Damiano Center, and a member of the Duluth School Board. He is the creator, senior producer, and host of the People of Color with Henry Banks Show and has worked as a cultural consultant, facilitator, and anti-racism educator. Through storytelling, advocacy, and community engagement, Henry continues to help preserve local history and inspire meaningful conversations about justice and belonging.

Dr. Lynn Goerdt is a faculty member in the Social Work Program at the University of Wisconsin–Superior, where she teaches courses focused on social welfare policy and macro practice. Her work centers on community advocacy, organizational change, and strengthening communities through research, evaluation, and collaboration. Lynn has spent more than 17 years working as a human services consultant in the Duluth area, partnering with local organizations on needs assessments, program evaluation, and community initiatives. She is also a Board Emeritus member of the Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial and has been deeply engaged in preserving and sharing the history and legacy of the 1920 Duluth lynchings. Lynn holds a Master of Social Work degree and a Doctor of Education degree.

K-12 educators will receive three clock hours upon completion of the event.

Registration
To 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 discount code FEEWAIVER.

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St. Paul - Learning from Place: Rondo Tour
2026-09-24 13:00 - 16:00 | Hallie Q. Brown Community Center, 270 North Kent Street, St. Paul, 55102, United States
Learning from Place: Rondo Tour is a bus tour comprised of ten historic sites, a walking tour of Rondo Plaza, and a unique opportunity to be engaged in a service project with the Hallie Q. Brown Center. The bus and walking tour will be guided by Marvin Anderson a resident who is acknowledged as “the Godfather” of Rondo. This event begins and concludes at the historic Hallie Q. Brown Center with a presentation and tour led by Benny Roberts, Executive Director.
Historically, the Rondo Neighborhood has taken pride in its Black owned businesses, churches, schools, and the significance of being of service to neighbors when in need. During the mid-1950s, the construction of Interstate 94 began the devastation that divided the community physically and economically. This revitalization tour holds fast the passion of those who never gave up the vision of regaining the vibrancy and strength that once existed in Rondo.
Registration
To 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 discount code FEEWAIVER.
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Worthington - Sketches of Minnesota
2026-09-25 17:00 - 20:30 | Lerma’s Event Center, 703 Oxford St, Worthington, 56187, United States
Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and Worthington 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.
Beginning 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.
5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour
6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner
7:15–8:00 PM: Improv Show
8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback
Host Partner: FORWARD Worthington
The 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.
This event is made possible by the generous support of the Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation.
Registration
This event is free, however registration is required.
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Iron Range - Sketches of Minnesota
2026-10-01 17:00 - 20:30 | Minnesota Discovery Center, 1005 Discovery Dr, Chisholm, MN, 55719, United States
Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and Iron Range community for the Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour at the Minnesota Discovery Center! 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.
Beginning with a free 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.
5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour
6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner
7:15–8:00 PM: Improv show
8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback
Host Partner: Chisholm Community Foundation and Hibbing Foundation
The 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.
This event is made possible by the generous support of the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation.
Registration
This event is free, however registration is required.
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Minneapolis - Learning from Place: Somali Cedar Riverside
2026-10-02 09:00 - 11:45 | Brian Coyle Neighborhood Center, 420 South 15th Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55454, United States
Cedar Riverside is the heart of the East African community in Minneapolis and home to one of the largest Somali populations in the United States. Over time, Somali Minnesotans have shaped the neighborhood into a vibrant cultural corridor filled with businesses, mosques, and gathering spaces where community life unfolds each day.
Participants will begin at Brian Coyle Community Center and hear from respected community leader Halimo Ainte, who will share reflections on Somali migration, community building, and the transformation of Cedar Riverside into a thriving East African neighborhood. Participants will also visit neighborhood spaces such as a local mosque and nearby businesses that serve as everyday gathering places.
The experience includes a Somali coffee ceremony that reflects the tradition of roasting spices as a vehicle for welcome, conversation, and connection. The learning tour concludes with Somali food samples and reflections.
K-12 Educators will receive 3 clock hours upon completion of the event.
This experience is curated by Yusra Mohamud, as a longtime connector within South Minneapolis’s East African community, Yusra brings a rare combination of deep cultural roots and a gift for storytelling that transforms corridors into living narratives of resilience, identity, and belonging.
Registration
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St. Paul - Learning from Place: Little Africa Plaza
2026-10-02 12:00 - 13:30 | Little Africa Plaza, 678 Snelling Ave N, St. Paul, 55104, United States
Minnesota is home to a vibrant and growing African diaspora representing many countries, languages, and cultural traditions. In St. Paul, Little Africa has emerged as a cultural corridor where this diversity is expressed and rooted through entrepreneurship, community leadership, art, and food.
Participants will gather at Little Africa Plaza and hear from community leaders and culture bearers about the vision behind the new development and the role of African entrepreneurs in shaping the corridor. The experience will include a cooking demonstration featuring injera, the traditional Ethiopian flatbread and food samples. Through this experience, participants will learn how food traditions carry stories of family, culture, and community.
Participants will also visit the African Museum, Art and Culture Center, where they will learn about ongoing efforts to elevate African art within the Little Africa cultural corridor and explore opportunities to support this vision through volunteer and event participation.
K-12 Educators will receive 3 clock hours upon completion of the event.
This experience is presented in collaboration with African Economic Development Solutions (AEDS), a non-profit organization that supports African immigrant entrepreneurs and has helped advance the vision for Little Africa Plaza and the surrounding cultural corridor.
Registration
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Blaine - We Are Water MN
2026-10-08 - 2026-11-30 | Northtown Library, 711 County Hwy 10 NE, Blaine, MN, 55434, 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.
Host Partner: Anoka County Library
We Are Water MN will round out its 2026 tour at the Northtown Library in Blaine! Anoka County Libraries exist to serve their communities and connect them to resources and learning, and We Are Water MN is no exception, bringing water education and engagement to the library. Fun fact: Anoka County is the 4th largest county in the state of Minnesota, comprised of over 360,000 residents! Libraries are naturally places people go to learn, and we look forward to seeing the many water related resources, books, book discussions, and beyond!
Though most of the programming at Northtown will happen indoors, the library also features beautiful outdoor grounds, with a pond and Shoreline Buffer Garden that are on library premises. Join us outside for nature programming!
About We Are Water MN?
We are Water MN is a project of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Humanities Center in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society; the Board of Water and Soil Resources; the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources; and University of Minnesota Extension.
Learn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit, partnership, and programs.
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Luverne - Sketches of Minnesota
2026-10-10 17:00 - 20:30 | Big Top Tent Rental, 321 W Hatting St, Luverne, MN, 56156, United States
Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and Luverne 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.
Beginning 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.
5:00–6:00 PM: Doors open / Community hour
6:00–7:15 PM: Dinner
7:15–8:00 PM: Improv show
8:00–8:30 PM: Talkback
Host Partner: Luverne Initiatives for Tomorrow (LIFT)
The 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.
Registration
This event is free, however registration is required.
Registration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org
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Minneapolis - Learning from Place: South Minneapolis Baketivism
2026-10-24 09:00 - 12:00 | CityView Church, 3041 4th Ave South, Minneapolis, 55408, United States
Join us for Learning from Place: South Minneapolis Baketivism, a time of reflection, remembrance, healing, and community care led by nationally recognized community leader Rose McGee, founder of Sweet Potato Comfort Pie.
Through her signature workshop, which integrates Character Values: Upholding Our Beloved Community© with a baking demonstration of her signature sweet potato pie, participants will explore how values such as courage, compassion, responsibility, and presence are embodied in community, especially in the wake of tragedy. The baking of Rose’s sacred dessert becomes both symbol and practice, transforming conversation into action. Participants will also hear stories from ordinary people making extraordinary efforts to show care through food.
This experience takes place at Firebase Movement (a tenant of CityView Church), centrally located near community memorials honoring George Floyd, Rene Good, and Alex Pretti.
Program Schedule:
8:30 a.m. – Check-In
9:00 a.m. – Program Begins
Noon – Program Concludes
Immediately following the program, participants will have the option to sign-up with Firebase Movement to help distribute pies to the local community and participate in a prayer walk.
Presented in collaboration with Sweet Potato Comfort Pie, an organization that uses food, art, and cultural traditions to foster connection, healing, and change.
Registration
This event is free, however registration is required.
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St. Paul - Celebrating Native Language and Culture Through the Joy of Games
2026-11-05 18:00 - 20:30 | Minnesota Humanities Event Center, 987 Ivy Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN, 55106, United States
Put the cell phones away and join us for an evening of fun, food, and cultural connection. As we recognize National Native American Heritage Month, the Minnesota Humanities Center welcomes Tony Drews and Nashke Native Games for a lively, intergenerational game night.
Unlike mainstream board games that reflect dominant cultural experiences, Nashke Native Games centers Ojibwe language, stories, and values, offering a playful way to engage with culture, strengthen family and community bonds, and support language preservation. The evening begins with conversation over a light dinner provided by an Indigenous caterer followed by gameplay that is certain to be fun – and educational – for all.
Guests will also have a chance to participate in a drawing for prizes, including items from Nashke Native Games and books from Native American Lives, the Minnesota Humanities Center’s biography series highlighting Native voices. One title, “Charles Albert Bender: National Baseball Hall of Fame Pitcher,” tells the story of Bender and his passion for baseball – a reminder that games, in all forms, bring people together.
Whether you come with family, friends, or on your own, you’ll leave with new words, fresh insights, and a deeper appreciation for the power of play in preserving culture and fostering connection. Each household will also receive an Ojibwe game to take home and continue learning together. Everyone is welcome—families, educators, and community members ages 10 and up.
Following the event, Nashke Native Games will have additional games and educational resources available for purchase.
K-12 Educators will receive 2 clock hours upon completion of the event.
Registration
$15 for adults. $10 for children 10 and under. Complimentary registrations are available to help ensure cost is not a barrier. Use discount code FEEWAIVER when registering.
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Save the Date! 2027 Project Citizen Showcase
2027-05-04 | MN
What happens when students investigate issues in their communities, research public policy solutions, and present their ideas to decision-makers?
Join us for the 2027 Project Citizen Student Showcase, where student teams from across Minnesota will share their civic engagement projects with educators, community members, and judges. This event will highlight the research, creativity, and civic leadership of young people learning how to engage in democracy by becoming active leaders in defining and implementing democratic public policy.
More details about participation and registration will be shared in the coming months.
Learn more about Project Citizen and upcoming opportunities on the Minnesota Center for Civic Education program page.
