International Owl Center

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2018 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$1,400
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
In Progress
Start Date
July 2018
End Date
June 2019
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Wabasha
Dodge
Goodhue
Mower
Wabasha
Dodge
Goodhue
Mower
Project Overview

International Owl Center presents multiple programs on Owl habitat, history and stories unique to owls in Minnesota and beyond. Some programs include a simple game or artmaking activity, and all programs involve a live owl.

Project Details

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Legal Citation / Subdivision
2017 Minnesota Special Session Laws, Chapter 91 - HF.No 707, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 5
2018 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$1,400
Other Funds Leveraged
$1,446
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

Attendees will have enhanced knowledge and understanding of the topic. Attendees will have a positive experience at the library. After seeing this program, people will want to return to the library for future programs. Patrons and librarians will express that vetted programs are of high quality. Surveys will be handed out following events.

Measurable Outcome(s)

Nearly everyone expressed that they had learned more about owls, and all but two people said they would be interested in other library programs. People enjoyed the program and the presenter. Many commented on what they liked best by saying, "The owl is what everyone came to see", "What an informational and educational program we had!", and "The performer did an excellent job answering all the kids' questions."

Source of Additional Funds

Dodge Center Public Library, LeRoy Public Library, Pine Island: Van Horn Public Library, Winona Public Library, Winona County History Center, LeRoy Community Center, City of Dodge Center, Pine Island City Hall

Project Manager
First Name
Krista
Last Name
Ross
Organization Name
Southeastern Libraries Cooperating
Street Address
2600 19th Street NW
City
Rochester
State
MN
Zip Code
55901-0767
Phone
507-288-5513
Email
kross@selco.info
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200