Red White and Boom Mankato Fireworks Spectacular
Annual Live music and fireworks event on the 4th of July each year. KMSU supports by paying for MN-based band(s) to perform. In FY21 KMSU will interview artists who will be performing as well as showcase their music while promoting the event in the days before the event.
$1,775,000 the first year and $1,700,00 the second year are to the Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations for production and acquisition grants in accordance with Minnesota Statutes section 129D.19.Of this amount, $75,000 the first year is for the Veterans' Voices program to educate and engage communities regarding veterans' contributions, knowledge, skills and experiences with an emphasis on Korean War veterans.
More Minnesotans of all ages, ethnicities, and incomes will have access to Minnesota art and music. There will be more locally focused content and Minnesota focused content produced and distributed by public radio showcasing Minnesota artists. This event will help arts and culture to thrive in Minnesota. This event will result in increased exposure to professional performing arts, and the work of professional artists.