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Split Rock Lighthouse and Jeffers Petroglyphs to reopen July 15
We're pleased to share that Split Rock Lighthouse and Jeffers Petroglyphs will be the first of our sites to open on July 15. Advance tickets go on sale July 8 (July 6 for MNHS members)! Details
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A Good Time for the Truth: Race in Minnesota
In A Good Time for the Truth, 16 of Minnesota’s best writers provide a range of perspectives on what it is like to live as a person of color in one of the whitest states in the nation.
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History is Now
The Minnesota Historical Society is collecting and preserving Minnesotans’ stories related to the COVID-19 health crisis so future generations can learn how the pandemic has impacted our lives.
Storied
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Discover the stories we share. Uncover the real people behind the dates with the Storied series, then go on to explore the rest of our educational, entertaining video content.
Featured MNopedia Article
Blackface Minstrelsy in Minnesota
In recent weeks, there has been renewed discussion about racist symbols and their effect on society. This MNopedia article explores the history of blackface, its negative depiction of African Americans, and how it was received in Minnesota.
MNHS Statement
Statement on George Floyd
On May 25, George Floyd was murdered. To the Floyd family, we express our heartfelt condolences. We share the deep hurt that our friends, family, and community are feeling in the wake of Mr. Floyd’s death. Full statement
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Minnesota's Black Community in the 21st Century
Minnesota's Black Community in the 21st Century shines a spotlight on African American individuals and organizations who are helping to build a better Minnesota.
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Our Home: Native Minnesota
Learn about Native communities in Minnesota, including stories of survival, resiliency, and adaptation.
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Distance learning resources
Online and low-tech educational resources to support Minnesota's teachers and students.