Family History - Brainerd

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2018 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$4,029
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
April 2018
End Date
May 2018
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Crow Wing
Crow Wing
Project Overview

A three part series of genealogy classes along with three nonfiction writing workshops was hosted by the Brainerd Public Library. Genealogist, Rick Crume, led the three part series showing participants how to expand their research skills to learn more about their own backgrounds and history. Two of the writing workshops were presented by Angela Foster and the third was presented by Candace Simar.

Project Details

211 participated

Legal Citation / Subdivision
2017 Minnesota Special Session Laws, Chapter 91 - HF.No 707, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 5
2018 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$4,029
Other Funds Leveraged
$150
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

A paper survey was available for attendees at all events to fill out to determine if the event was enjoyable and educational.

Measurable Outcome(s)

99% of respondents indicated that the genealogy workshops enhanced their knowledge of methods for genealogy research and that the workshops met their expectations. 99% of respondents also indicated that the writing workshops enhanced their knowledge of writing and the writing trade.

Source of Additional Funds

KRLS

Project Manager
First Name
Marian
Last Name
Ridge
Organization Name
Kitchigami Regional Library
Street Address
310 2nd Street North, P.O. Box 84
City
Pine River
State
MN
Zip Code
56474-0084
Phone
218-587-2171
Email
ridgem@krls.org
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200