U.S. Dakota War Series: David Geister, Artist and Historic Interpreter - 2011
David Geister gave a multimedia, costumed presentation on the creation of the artwork (including a look at the research involved) for the Fort Ridgely site; the Dakota Internment at Fort Snelling painting he did for "The Dakota Indian Internment at Fort Snelling, 1862-1864" by Corinne Monjeau-Marz; and the Wood Lake Battle painting he did for the Wood Lake Battlefield Preservation Society. In addition, David talked about a piece he might produce for the 150th commemoration of the U.S. Dakota War for the Brown County Historical Society in 2012. There will be a biographical portion at the beginning of the talk, and David also will provide a sneak peek at a few children's book illustrations.
Location:
- Thursday, 3/10/11 - Hanska Community Library + New Ulm Public Library
- Friday, 3/11/11 - Comfrey Area Library + Dyckman Free Library
- Saturday, 3/12/11 - Springfield Public Library
Attendance: 136
In-Kind Support: $350.00
Partner Organization(s): Brown County Historical Society, Comfrey Area Library, Dyckman Free Library, Friends of the New Ulm Public Library, Hanska Public Library, Sleepy Eye Area Historical Society, Springfield Area Historical Society, Springfield Public Library
Partner Organization(s) Contribution/Role in the Program:
- Brown County Historical Society: Publicity to its members; information posting on www.browncountydakotawarcommemoration.com
- Comfrey Area Library: Hosting event, publicity to community
- Dyckman Free Library: Hosting event, publicity to community
- Friends of the New Ulm Public Library: Publicity to its members; refreshments at New Ulm Public Library event
- Hanska Public Library: Hosting event, publicity to community
- Sleepy Eye Area Historical Society: Publicity to its members
- Springfield Area Historical Society: Publicity to its members; refreshments at Springfield Public Library event
- Springfield Public Library: Hosting event, publicity to community
Artist and historic interpreter David Geister gave multimedia, costumed presentations at all five Brown County Public Libraries over three days. His presentation, which was part of the U.S.-Dakota War Series, foucsed on the creation of the artwork and research involved in pieces depicting the battle at Fort Ridgely; the Dakota internment camp at Fort Snelling; and the Wood Lake Battle. Dave included a biographical portion at the beginning of the talk, spoke briefly about a piece he's discussing with the Brown County Historical Society for the 150th commemoration of the U.S-Dakota War, and provided a sneak peek at a few children's book illustrations. The project adhered to the original description.
Measurable Outcomes may be collected by survey, anecdotal responses, pre-test/post-test, observations; Describe proposed end user change in Behavior, Attitude, Skills, Knowledge, Condition and/or Status.A majority of the audience at each event will:
- express an increased appreciation for David Geister's contribution to artwork commemorating the U.S.- Dakota War;
- learn something about the research involved in creating a piece of art that commemorates the U.S. - Dakota War; enjoy the program.
This collaborative effort was a great success.
- I echo the sentiments of Dyckman Free Library, Sleepy Eye Director Gail Christensen, who wrote that this project has "revived a spirit of cooperation among Brown County Libraries."
- It was a pleasure to work with the Directors and staff from the other libraries, and I look forward to partnering with them on future projects.