Deerwood – Sketches of Minnesota

Clearwater Forest Camp and Retreat Center 16595 Crooked Lake Rd, Deerwood, MN, United States

"Clear Lakes. Deep Woods. One Community." Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and Clearwater Forest Camp and Retreat 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.

Free

Rosemount – Sketches of Minnesota

Rosemount Steeple Center 14375 S Robert Trail, Rosemount, MN, United States

Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and City of Rosemount 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.

Free

Fergus Falls – Sketches of Minnesota

A Center for the Arts 124 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls, MN, United States

Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and City of Fergus Falls 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.

Free

Online Content Session – Era Two: Settler Colonialism and Atlantic Slavery

Online
Virtual Event

Dive into the development of the institution of slavery and multiple perspectives on European colonization and early American society. Led by Dr. David Aiona Chang and Dr. Katharine Gerbner, this session will provide deep historical context, source analysis, and thematic framing.

Bloomington – We Are Water MN

Bloomington Education and Visitor Center 3815 American Blvd E, Bloomington, 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

St. Paul & Online – Minnesota Writers Off the Page: Bronson Lemer

Minnesota Humanities Event Center 987 Ivy Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN, United States
Hybrid Event

Join us for an engaging reading and discussion exploring the collection of contemplative essays that form “The Lonely Veteran’s Guide to Companionship” by Bronson Lemer.

Free

Edge of the Wilderness – Sketches of Minnesota

Edge Center for the Arts 101 2nd Ave, Bigfork, MN, United States

Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and Edge Center for the Arts 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.

Free

Fosston – Sketches of Minnesota

Firefly Center of Art and Wellbeing 102 S Kaiser Ave, Fosston, United States

Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and Firefly Center of Art and Wellbeing 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.

Free

Ottertail – Sketches of Minnesota

Thumper Pond Resort 300 Thumper Lodge Rd, Ottertail, MN, United States

"Otter Tail County: Bring out your inner otter in the land of 1,048 lakes" Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and New York Mills Arts Retreat and Regional Cultural 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.

Free

Online Pedagogy Session – Era Two: Settler Colonialism and Atlantic Slavery

Online
Virtual Event

Dive into the development of the institution of slavery and multiple perspectives on European colonization and early American society. Using content and sources from Dr. David Aiona Chang, Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) Social Studies Specialist Brittany Rawson-Haeg and experienced classroom educators will lead this hands-on workshop supporting high school U.S. History teachers in designing inquiry-based, standards-aligned units.

Free

Online Content Session – Era Three: Freedom, Unfreedom, and Revolution

Online
Virtual Event

Analyze revolutionary movements and founding documents to understand how ideas of freedom and justice evolved in the United States. Led by Dr. Daina Ramey Berry and moderated by Dr. Katharine Gerbner, this session will provide deep historical context, source analysis, and thematic framing.

Free

Online Pedagogy Session – Era Three: Freedom, Unfreedom, and Revolution

Online
Virtual Event

Analyze revolutionary movements and founding documents to understand how ideas of freedom and justice evolved in the United States. Using content and sources from Dr. Daina Ramey Berry, Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) Social Studies Specialist Brittany Rawson-Haeg and experienced classroom educators will lead this hands-on workshop supporting high school U.S. History teachers in designing inquiry-based, standards-aligned units.

Free