Special Collections Documentary -- Summer 2012
Project Details by Fiscal Year
2012 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$1,996
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
May 2012
End Date
December 2012
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Hennepin
Project Overview
Partner with tpt to create a 30 minute documentary highlighting special collections. Possible focus includes: the vibrant local history scene in Minnesota; the diverse population that utilizes historical collections; the multi-generational use of special collections, History Day Hullabaloo and Family History Day. Focus will be determined by HCL in collaboration with tpt. Accompanying genealogy research classes will be held in Fall 2012 & 2013.
Project Details
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Competitive Grant Making Body
Project Details: 2012 Fiscal Year
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2011 Chapter 6, Article 4, Subdivision 5
2012 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$1,996
Other Funds Leveraged
$0
Direct expenses
$1,996
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)
Documentary will be broadcast on tpt to expose special collections on a statewide level.
Documentary will be added to collection.
Documentary will highlight the diversity of library users.
Documentary will highlight patron experiences with special collections.
Patrons will learn about tools to assist them in researching family histories.
Patrons will gain interest in researching their family histories.
Patrons will check out related library materials.
Measurable Outcome(s)
“Treasures Collected, Treasures Shared” debuted on tpt MN on Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012.
Source of Additional Funds
MN Genealogical Society; tpt
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
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