Minnesota Humanities Center Towards a More Perfect Union: Talking About the Constitution
Total: $129,597.93
The Constitution is the founding document of this country. By harnessing the power of community conversations and the documentary Constitution USA by Twin Cities Public Television (tpt), people of all ages and backgrounds across Minnesota explored the Constitution and democratic values in the 21st century. Through locally shaped, facilitated dialogues in communities throughout our state, Minnesotans of diverse backgrounds and experiences explored the Constitution as a living document in their lives. During this time period, over 850 participants attended 35 Toward a More Perfect events in ten communities across the state. 5
$425,000 the first year and $425,000 the second year are for programs and purposes of the Minnesota Humanities Center. Of this amount, $100,000 each year may be used for the veterans' voices program. The Minnesota Humanities Center may consider museums and organizations celebrating the identities of Minnesotans for grants from these funds. The Minnesota Humanities Center may develop a written plan for the competitive issuance of these grants and, if developed, shall submit that plan for review and approval by the Department of Administration.
- Participants will explore how the U.S. Constitution affects their lives
- 33 community conversations, engaging over 850 Minnesotans in dialogue about the Constitution