LaVonne Kay with CAF Red Tail Squadron

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2012 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$3,180
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
February 2012
End Date
February 2012
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Dakota
Dakota
Project Overview
LaVonne Kay will present on the Tuskegee Airmen as a representative of the CAF Red Tail Squadron. She will be accompanied by airman Joe Gomer, who has a separate contract.
Project Details
450
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2011 Chapter 6, Article 4, Subdivision 5
2012 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$3,180
Other Funds Leveraged
$0
Direct expenses
$3,180
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

Audience will be able to gain a better understanding and appreciation of the Tuskegee Airmen, through Kay's historical presentation.

Measurable Outcome(s)

Major Gomer presented history and personal stories about his time as a Tuskegee Airman. He was able to answer plenty of questions from the audience, which was a true value to those who attended. Gomer also connected with the audience one-on-one afterwards during a meet and greet and photo opportunity. Excellent crowd, and positive reviews.

Project Manager
First Name
Chris
Last Name
Olson
Organization Name
MELSA
Street Address
1619 Dayton Avenue, Suite 314
City
Saint Paul
State
MN
Zip Code
55104
Phone
651-645-5731
Email
chris@melsa.org
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200