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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trygve Throntveit":MAILTO:trygve@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T083000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201100
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trygve Throntveit":MAILTO:trygve@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T200000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="MayKao Fredericks":MAILTO:maykao@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T170000
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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
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201100
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trygve Throntveit":MAILTO:trygve@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T173000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sung Ja Shin":MAILTO:sungja@mnhum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201100
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corey China":MAILTO:corey@mnhum.org
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