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SUMMARY:Ortonville - Spring Expo and Water Bar
DESCRIPTION: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”). \nHost Partner: Big Stone Arts Council \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/ortonville-spring-expo-and-water-bar/
LOCATION:Ortonville High School\, 200 Trojan Dr\, Ortonville\, MN\, 56278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Renewal,Exhibit,Free,Greater Minnesota,Kid Friendly,We Are Water MN
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Busse-Aswar":MAILTO:rachel@mnhum.org
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SUMMARY:Erskine - National History Day Educator Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Curious about National History Day and how to present historical content in ways that honor and respect diverse communities?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. Hosted by the Northwest Service Cooperative\, this session will spotlight Minnesota’s Indigenous communities\, featuring an update from the Minnesota Department of Education on the recently passed Indigenous Education for All legislation\, a presentation from the National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition on the history and legacy of residential boarding schools\, an introduction to National History Day by the Minnesota Historical Society\, and a curated overview of high-quality educator resources. Educators will gain practical strategies and resources to guide students in creating projects with honor\, respect\, and cultural sensitivity. \nEducators will receive 4.5 clock hours and a $75 stipend following their participation in the workshop. \nRegistration\nThis event is free but registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/erskine-national-history-day-educator-workshop/
LOCATION:Garden Valley Technologies\, 206 Vance Ave. S.\, Erskine\, 56535\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Greater Minnesota,K-12 Education,Professional Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org
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SUMMARY:Prior Lake - Teaching American Indian Content to All - MIEA Conference
DESCRIPTION: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. Stop by our table to view MHC’s educator resources and learn more about our work with educators. \nPlease Note: The full MIEA Conference runs from March 18-21. Registration and payment through MIEA for the full conference are required to attend. \nLearn More \nAbout MIEA\nThe primary goal of MIEA is to create and uphold a robust communication network while fostering quality education and unity among American Indians. This objective serves to ensure the continuous flow of information and heightened awareness regarding both local and statewide educational endeavors. Specifically\, MIEA is dedicated to persistent awareness and proactive efforts that cater to the distinct educational and culturally specific needs of American Indian students across the state. Through these concerted actions\, MIEA aims to significantly contribute to the educational and cultural enrichment of American Indian communities.
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/teaching-american-indian-content-to-all-miea-conference/
LOCATION:Mystic Lake Center\, 2400 Mystic Lake Boulevard NW\, Prior Lake\, MN\, 55372\, United States
CATEGORIES:K-12 Education,Professional Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T140000
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SUMMARY:Minneapolis - Headscarf Story Circle Gathering
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe community event host is Julia Freeman\, Director of Community Engagement\, Voices for Racial Justice. \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\nThis event is free but registration is required. For registration questions\, please contact Julia Freeman at freeman@voicesforracialjustice.org. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/minneapolis-headscarf-story-circle-gathering/
LOCATION:The Legends Apartments Great Room\, 3700 Huset Pkwy\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Harmony,Free,Headscarf Story Circle,Immersive Experiences
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Freeman":MAILTO:freeman@voicesforracialjustice.org
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SUMMARY:Rochester - Resistance\, Voice\, and Verse: A Latino Poetry Reading
DESCRIPTION: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 original work\, and the event will be emceed by City of Rochester Poet Laureate\, Jean Prokott. \nAttendees will have a chance to win a copy of “Latino Poetry: Library of America Anthology” – come celebrate the rich tradition of Latino poetry\, connect with fellow poetry lovers\, and share in the beauty of language and storytelling. Free to attend\, light refreshments provided. All are welcome! \nLatino Poetry: Places We Call Home is a major public humanities initiative\, planned for 2024–25\, that celebrates and explores the multifaceted legacy of Latino poetry. It is directed by Library of America and funded with generous support from the National Endowment for the Humanities and Emerson Collective. \nLatino Poetry: Places We Call Home es una iniciativa de gran alcance en el campo de las humanidades públicas que celebra el legado multifacético de la poesía latina. Esta iniciativa de realiza bajo el auspicio de Library of America con el generoso financiamiento del Fondo Nacional para las Humanidades y Emerson Collective.
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/rochester-resistance-voice-and-verse-a-latino-poetry-reading/
LOCATION:Rochester Public Library\, 101 2nd St SE\, Rochester\, 55904\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books, Poetry, and Literature,Free,Greater Minnesota,Public Programming,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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SUMMARY:Online - Cultivating Cultural Understanding: Dakota & Ojibwe Educator Resources
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging session highlighting the Minnesota Humanities Center’s impactful work supporting educators across the state. Learn about the meaningful Dakota and Ojibwe resources available to help teachers and schools deepen cultural understanding in the classroom. Participants will also explore a standards-aligned lesson focused on the “Why Treaties Matter” initiative\, offering valuable insights for integrating Indigenous perspectives into teaching. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and bring these important narratives into your classroom\, school\, and district! \nThis session will be hosted by Resource Training & Solutions\, one of nine Minnesota Service Cooperatives. \nRegistration\nThis event is free\, however registration is required. \nRegistration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED
URL:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-cultivating-cultural-understanding-dakota-ojibwe-educator-resources/
LOCATION:https://www.mnhum.org/event/online-cultivating-cultural-understanding-dakota-ojibwe-educator-resources/
CATEGORIES:K-12 Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Bart":MAILTO:eden@mnhum.org
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