Bringing Books to Life: Understanding the U.S. and Dakota Conflict of 1862
Project Details by Fiscal Year
2012 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$3,500
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
July 2012
End Date
December 2012
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
McLeod
Project Overview
Bringing Books to Life: Understanding the U.S. & Dakota Conflict of 1862, was a partnership program between the McLeod County Public Libraries and the McLeod County Historical Society and Museum. This unique program focused on the Dakota Native American, Minnesota pioneer, and U.S Government experience in the Dakota and U.S Conflict of 1862. A costumed interpreter took on the character of a survivor, Nancy Faribault McClure,looking back on her life during the Conflict. Nancy's account in the book, "Through Dakota Eyes," was read to describe her ordeal. She also showed artifacts and Seth Eastman paintings to further bring Nancy's story to life.
Project Details
8 attended
Competitive Grant Making Body
Project Details: 2012 Fiscal Year
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2011 Chapter 6, Article 4, Subdivision 4
2012 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$3,500
Administration costs
$87
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)
-A deeper understanding of the reasons that led to the Conflict between the Dakotas, the settlers and the government agents. -Learned how artifacts, literature and a skilled interpreter can bring the Conflict of 1862 to life. -Shows how history helps us understand the present and inspires and shapes the future. Reaffirms the importance of respecting cultural differences
Measurable Outcome(s)
-A deeper understanding of the reasons that led to the Conflict between the Dakotas, the settlers and the government agents. -Learned how artifacts, literature and a skilled interpreter can bring the Conflict of 1862 to life. -Shows how history helps us understand the present and inspires and shapes the future. Reaffirms the importance of respecting cultural differences
Source of Additional Funds
N/A
Project Manager
First Name
Mark
Last Name
Ranum
Organization Name
Pioneerland Library System
Street Address
410 5th St. SW, P.O. Box 327
City
Willmar
State
MN
Zip Code
56201
Phone
(320)235-6106 x28
Email
markr@pioneerland.lib.mn.us
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