Mankato – Minnesota Writers Series: It Took Courage

Blue Earth County Historical Society 424 Warren Street, Mankato, MN, United States

Join us at the Blue Earth County Historical Society in Mankato as we welcome acclaimed scholar Dr. Christopher P. Lehman, author of the recently published “It Took Courage: Eliza Winston’s Quest for Freedom” (Minnesota Historical Society Press, 2024).

Free

St. Paul – Fall Metro Indian Education Gathering

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

Join us for the Fall Metro Indian Education Gathering. Anyone connected to American Indian Education and/or American Indian students are welcome to attend.

Free

Duluth – Take Me Where There Is Life: Open Studio & Closing Reception

Duluth Art Institute Lincoln Park Building 2229 W 2nd St, Duluth, MN, United States

Throughout August and September, the Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) has partnered with the Duluth Art Institute (DAI) to host a first-of-its-kind artist residency in Minnesota. “Take Me Where There Is Life” is an art project and workshop with Spanish artist Carmen La Griega

Free

Duluth – Take Me Where There Is Life: Open Studio & Closing Reception

Duluth Art Institute Lincoln Park Building 2229 W 2nd St, Duluth, MN, United States

Throughout August and September, the Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) has partnered with the Duluth Art Institute (DAI) to host a first-of-its-kind artist residency in Minnesota. “Take Me Where There Is Life” is an art project and workshop with Spanish artist Carmen La Griega

Free

Hopkins – 2024 Passport to the Humanities: The Humanities Showcase

Hopkins Center for the Arts 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN, United States

Join us for the Humanities Showcase – this year’s annual celebration of our mission --where stories unfold, hearts connect, and minds expand! Highlighting the profound impact of the humanities in our lives, the Humanities Showcase will feature storytelling and unique performances of emotion, art, and the human connection.

Shakopee – We Are Water MN

Hocokata Ti 2300 Tiwahe Circle, Shakopee, MN, United States

The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines three ways of knowing water: personal stories, historical content, and scientific information. Visitors can explore stories both local and statewide and share their own stories of water’s importance in their life.

Free

St. Paul – Feeding Our Souls: The Essence of Latine Joy

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

Savory entrees and delectable desserts will again fill the tables at the Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) as we commemorate Latine Cultural Heritage Month through food and the beloved stories behind them that bring community joy. Cuisine and entertainment will be showcased by some of the Twin Cities’ finest chefs and musicians.

Free

International Falls – Sketches of Minnesota

Minnesota North College - Rainy River Campus 1501 Highway 71, International Falls, MN, United States

Registration coming soon! Join the Minnesota Humanities Center, Danger Boat Productions, and local host partners for the inaugural Sketches of Minnesota civic improv comedy tour! These free events will 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