Words and Music: Native Pride Arts with Larry Yazzie

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2015 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$5,061
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient
no
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
September 2016
End Date
September 2016
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Beltrami
Cass
Crow Wing
Hubbard
Wadena
Beltrami
Cass
Crow Wing
Hubbard
Wadena
Project Overview
Larry Yazzie, international lecturer, educator, performer, model, and actor along with his manager, Christal Moose, provided an educational and inspirational program to 11 locations across the region. Native American history and interactive dancing was enjoyed throughout the region by all ages.
Project Details
2,018 participated
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2013 Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 4
2015 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$5,061
Other Funds Leveraged
$500
Direct expenses
$5,561
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

A paper survey was available for attendees at all events to fill out to determine if the event was enjoyable and educational. School classrooms each had their own evaluations to fill out as classes too.

Measurable Outcome(s)

100% of respondents agreed that they had an enjoyable experience and that they learned something more about Native American culture.

Source of Additional Funds

KRLS $500

Project Manager
First Name
Marian
Last Name
Ridge
Organization Name
Kitchigami Regional Library
Street Address
310 2nd Street North, P.O. Box 84
City
Pine River
State
MN
Zip Code
56474-0084
Phone
218-587-2171
Email
ridgem@krls.org
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200