Minnesota First/Arn Kind
Arn Kind, a teacher for the past 37 years, shared his love of history and provided a hands-on experience for the audience about the many ways the State of Minnesota was first!
1490 participated
The intended outcome of the history program is to allow patrons the opportunity to learn the history of Minnesota and the residents' role in shaping the future of our state. A survey was distributed to receive feedback from those attending the programs.
Surveys were distributed to participants at all programs. 98% strongly agreed that this was an enjoyable experience and 98% strongly agreed that they would attend a similar event. Comments: The educational part was made interesting with his passion and knowledge.Best program ever! A lot of Minnesota inventions that contributed and benefited many Americans throughout history. The most informative program on Pearl Harbor I have ever heard.
20 libraries provided space (two partnered for a program to held at a school), staff, and additional promotion for the programs and approximately 15 regional newspapers provided marketing through press releases, photos and interviews with artists and performers.