Minnesota 100
Nominate your Minnesota story today.
One Hundred Stories That Define Us
For generations, Minnesotans have shaped our state through remarkable people, unforgettable places, treasured traditions, groundbreaking ideas, and everyday objects that tell extraordinary stories.
This October, Minnesota Humanities Center invites communities from every corner of the state to help build a shared collection of 100 people, places, traditions, ideas, and objects that represent us—one that reflects the richness, diversity, and spirit of Minnesota and will inspire future generations. Nominations are open now — share the story that matters most to you.
Save the Date!
Tuesday, Oct 20, 2026, 4 – 7 p.m.
Minnesota History Center
345 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102
People
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Have a story that matters?
Nominations are open now. Nominate or agree to sponsor a person, place, tradition, idea, or object that defines Minnesota.
During the months of August and September, we are collecting stories from across Minnesota that tell our story from every angle.