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Dakota Foods and Traditions

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2013 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$343
Project of
Plum Creek Library System Legacy Grant SFY 2012 - SFY 2013
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
October 2012
End Date
December 2012
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Jackson
Lincoln
Jackson
Lincoln
Project Overview
Joanne Kitto gave a presentation on traditional foods of the Dakota. She also discussed their customs and how food plays a role in their lives. She demonstrated how to make fry bread and Three Sister soup. These are traditional foods and served at many gatherings. Participants were encouraged to ask questions and to sample the foods.
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2011 Chapter 6, Article 4, Subdivision 4
2013 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$343
Direct expenses
$343
Administration costs
$8
Number of full time equivalents funded
0.0094
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

We expect to gain an understanding of the Dakota People and their customs. We will also gain an understanding of the Sioux Uprising and consequences it had on the Sioux Indians and the settlers in our region.

Measurable Outcome(s)

Participants completed a survey at the end of the program. They all commented that they enjoyed the program and were surprised to learn about the foods. They were impressed with Joanne's philosophy of a healthy lifestyle and how that plays into Native American health issues. Many commented on how informed she was on Native American history and traditions. They all commented that they were glad the library had provided this program and that without the library they would have no place to turn to for this type of programing in our community.

Source of Additional Funds

Community Center provided space

Project Manager
First Name
Mark
Last Name
Ranum
Organization Name
Plum Creek Library System
Street Address
290 S. Lake Street, P.O. Box 697
City
Worthington
State
MN
Zip Code
56187
Phone
(507)376-5803
Email
mranum@plumcreeklibrary.net
Administered By
Administered by

Minnesota Department of Education

Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200
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