U.S.-Dakota War of 1862 Public Programs

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2012 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$56,692
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient
Minnesota Historical Society
Status
In Progress
End Date
June 2013
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Statewide
Statewide
Project Overview

The Minnesota History Center will invite the public to participate in programs that explore Dakota language and culture and also the history of the U.S.--Dakota War of 1862. Public programs will provide multiple perspectives on the war and give voice to Dakota history and identity through a variety of formats including lectures, films, tours and workshops.

Visit usdakotawar.org/events for a list of commemorative programs and events sponsored by the Minnesota Historical Society and other organizations.

Project Details

The Minnesota History Center will invite the public to participate in programs that explore Dakota language and culture and also the history of the U.S.-Dakota War of 1862. Public programs will commemorate the war through lectures, films, tours, workshops and contemporary Dakota music, literature and performing arts, which express Dakota history and identity

Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2011 Chapter 6, Article 4, Subdivision 5, Programs.

Appropriation Language

Programs. $4,800,000 the first year and $4,800,000 the second year are for programs and purposes related to the historical and cultural heritage of the state of Minnesota, conducted by the Minnesota Historical Society.

2012 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$56,692
Direct expenses
$56,692
Number of full time equivalents funded
0.10
Project Manager
First Name
Wendy
Last Name
Jones
Organization Name
Minnesota Historical Society
Street Address
345 Kellogg Boulevard West
City
St. Paul
State
MN
Zip Code
55102
Phone
651-259-3411
Administered By
Administered by
Location

345 W. Kellogg Blvd.
St. Paul, MN 55155

Phone
651-259-3000