Yearly Archives: 2013

In 1847, Harriet Bishop became St. Paul’s first public school teacher. The Minnesota History Center actor will describe the role of women in American frontier education and the diverse peoples who lived in St. Paul during Minnesota’s territorial years. *All school and Living Center events are open to the public.… Read More»

Toni Stone was a pioneer for both women and African-Americans in baseball. This St. Paul native broke many barriers. Her drive, perseverance and determination transformed her from a Minnesota “tomboy” to the first female to play in the Negro League. *All school events are open to the public. Click here… Read More»

Virginia Mae Hope, a native of Winnebago, Minnesota, was a member of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) during WWII. WASP flew planes and performed wartime duties in the United States, thus freeing male pilots for combat. In 1977, Congress recognized the WASP asmilitary pilots and granted them veteran status.… Read More»

Create a frame worthy scrapbook page of a treasured family recipe in this workshop. Minnesota Historical Society will provide all the supplies and equipment for up to 20 participants at each location. Participants just need to bring a handwritten recipe and some photos which will be scanned for scrapbooking and… Read More»

A duo from the Teddy Bear Band will present an inter-generational music program called “When Grandma and Grandpa Were Little.” Focusing on and celebrating seniors and children, this presentation is suitable for the entire family. Click here to print and share the event poster. Monday, March 18-ALL PERFORMANCES CANCELED TODAY… Read More»

First elected in 2002, Rep. Urdahl is an author and retired educator. He has written a trilogy about the U.S. – Dakota Conflict, also known as the Sioux Uprising. The Uprising started across the lake from Rep. Urdahl’s home and his great-grandfather buried the conflict’s first five victims. Click here… Read More»

Renowned masters of Celtic music, Miller and Gosa transport you to the 19th-century lumber camps where Irish-American lumberjacks created unique north woods entertainment based on the music of the Emerald Isle. Click here to print and share the event poster. Tuesday, March 26 7:00 p.m. – Moorhead Library Wednesday, March… Read More»

Lionel Flood, President of the Minnesota Bonsai Society, will present about the art history and styles of bonsai trees and show you how to cultivate your own! Learn what trees work best for cultivation from season to season. Click here to print and share the event poster. Wednesday, April 3… Read More»

Engelhardt, a retired Concordia College professor who taught from 1970 to 2007 in Moorhead, is the author of “The Farm at Holstein Dip” – a reminiscence of his Iowa boyhood, hometown, and a vanished rural way of life. The presentation will appeal to anyone interested in learning about what it… Read More»

Folk/Americana singer and songwriter Dennis Warner blends humor, audience participation, and serious music into a memorable and fun concert for kids, adults and families! Warner’s career blossomed a few years ago with the release of his song “Beads on One String” as a children’s book. Already into its fourth printing,… Read More»