History Alive! 2011
1). History Alive! Curtis and Loretta
Curtis and Loretta’s Minnesota History in Song program mixed Minnesota history with traditional songs from events in that history. They played traditional instruments from the different eras during the 90 minute program.
2). History Alive! Maud Hart Lovelace
A Minnesota History Players re-enactment of Maud Hart Lovelace, a popular children’s author from the early 20th century. The Re-enactor performed a 60 minute presentation of the author and how her books were developed in 13 locations.
3). History Alive! Genealogy 101: Ancestor Hunting
A local genealogist was hired to develop an introductory genealogy workshop (1 ¾ hour) to introduce amateur genealogists to the basics as well as introduce them to the print and database resources of the library.
4). History Alive! John Beargrease: Ojibwe Mail Carrier
A Minnesota History Players re-enactment about an Ojibwe mail carrier along the north shore in the early years of the 20th century.
5). History Alive! Genealogy 201: Intermediate Genealogy
A local genealogist was hired to develop an Intermediate genealogy workshop (1 ¾ hour) to further introduce amateur genealogists to the basics as well as the print and database resources of the library.
6). History Alive! Golden Age of Radio
Prudence Johnson and Dan Chouinard presented a concert, with slide show of historical photographs from the Minnesota State Historical Society, of music from the golden age of radio in Minnesota, with additional material for Christmas.
7). History Alive! Bus Tour to Tutankhamun
Kitchigami Regional Library System provided buses to take people to the Age of the Golden Pharoah at the Science Museum of Minnesota. KRLS provided audio tours and a film on ancient Egypt to the attendees.
1). History Alive! Curtis and LorettaThat survey respondents would find the concert format a valuable learning tool for Minnesota history.That survey respondents would indicate that they had learned something new about Minnesota history.That survey respondents would indicate that they had learned something about traditional instruments.2). History Alive! Maud Hart LovelaceThat respondents would indicate that they learned something about this important Minnesota author.That respondents would indicate that the public library was a desirable provider of this type of program.3). History Alive! Genealogy 101: Ancestor HuntingThat respondents will indicate that they learned something to assist in their family genealogy.That respondents will indicate interest in an intermediate level of genealogy workshopThat workshop respondents will be more comfortable with using electronic genealogy information sources.4). History Alive! John Beargrease: Ojibwe Mail Carrier5). History Alive! Genealogy 201: Intermediate GenealogyThat respondents will indicate that they learned something to assist in their family genealogy through KRLS resources.That respondents indicate the benefit of a workshop on challenging issues of genealogyThat workshop respondents will be more comfortable with using electronic genealogy information sources.6). History Alive! Golden Age of RadioThat survey respondents will identify things that they have learned through the show.7). History Alive! Bus Tour to Tutankhamun
1). History Alive! Curtis and LorettaThe majority of respondents indicated at least one fact or aspect of Minnesota history that was new to them.The majority of respondents highly praised the format as one that increased their enjoyment in learning about Minnesota history.The majority of respondents were fascinated by the traditional instruments, in particular the celeste.2). History Alive! Maud Hart LovelaceThe majority of respondents indicated at least one thing that they learned about Maud Hart Lovelace and/or life at the turn of the 20th century.3). History Alive! Genealogy 101: Ancestor Hunting All respondents indicated at least one thing about genealogical research that they had learned. All respondents believed that they had a better idea how to use genealogical databases.There is now a waiting list of 100 for repeats of the course. 175 indicated interest in an intermediate level workshop.4). History Alive! John Beargrease: Ojibwe Mail Carrier1. The program met my expectations. 400 strongly agree; 60 agree 2. I thought that the presentation was enjoyable and informative. 420 strongly agree; 40 agree 3. This program has enhanced my knowledge of the history of my area. 380 strongly agree ;60 agree; no response 20 4. This program has increased my interest in Ojibwe history and culture. 400 strongly agree; 59 agree; 1 no response 5. The most valuable thing that I learned was... (in order of response #) Value of John Beargrease, Minnesota history, footwear, horses, area history and mail delivery, 6. After participating in this program today, are you more likely or less likely to think of the library as a resource for local history. Likely and Very likely 60%; Quite Likely 20%; Less likely and Not at all likely: 20% 7. On a scale of 10 to 1, how likely is it that you would recommend this program to your friends or family?#10-90%; #9-5%; #8-2% ; #7-3%8. On a scale of 10 to 1, how likely is it that you would attend another presentation by the MN History Players at the library? #10-90%; #9-6%; #8-4% 9. Why did you most want to attend today's program? In order of reason:the Ojibwe history, local history, dramatic presentation of historical figure ,other, I lived near Beaver Bay and know of John Beargrease history10. How did you find out about this event? Flier-10%; Word of mouth-20%; Newspaper-60%; Friends of the library-5%; Library-5%11. Have you attended a Legacy grant program at your library before? 63%5). History Alive! Genealogy 201: Intermediate GenealogyAll respondents indicated at least one thing about genealogical research that they had learned. All respondents believed that they had a better idea how to use genealogical databases.All respondents indicated that the workshop touched on areas of interest to them.All respondents indicated a higher level of comfort with Ancestry.com and Heritage Quest.6). History Alive! Golden Age of RadioA large majority of survey respondents identified that they had learned about Minnesota history through this program.7). History Alive! Buss Tour to TutankhamunAll completed surveys indicated excitement about what they learned about ancient Egypt. A very high number expressed interest in similar tours in the future. A majority indicated that they had an appreciation of the Science Museum of Minnesota that they had not had before.