Minnesota in the Civil War: Programs and Statewide Outreach and Support

The Civil War stories of the Oliver Kelley Farm and Historic Fort Snelling were featured in a 30-minute television program and broadcast statewide by Twin Cities Public Television (TPT). A similar TV segment was also aired on the Civil War origins of Juneteenth and how this anniversary continues to to be commemorated in the African American community. These historical topics and many more, including the 1862 U.S, Dakota War, comprised a special 2-hour television program also broadcast by TPT. Both television programs, produced entirely by MNHS, will continue to be aired by TPT for years to come. Minnesota Social Studies teachers will receive their own DVD copies for classroom use. Lifelong learners benefited from a lecture by noted Lincoln scholar Harold Holzer; an entire weekend of Civil War era programming at Historic Fort Snelling; and other statewide programming, including a Duluth dedication on Veterans Day to Civil War vet Albert Woolson. A final report of all Civil War Sesquicentennial activities is being developed and online resources are being archived.