The Hiawatha Golf Course redesign Minneapolis is advancing toward a 9-hole, flood-resilient concept. The Bronze Foundation’s “Alternative 6” argues for keeping 18 holes and preserving a historic Black gathering place.
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Divide and conquer: Park Board’s plan for Hiawatha Golf Course
Hiawatha Golf Course in South Minneapolis has received a National Register of Historic Places but the battle over its future remains.
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Gloves are still on in the Hiawatha Golf Course bout
The Park Board’s vote to move ahead with its Master Plan has not deterred the plan’s critics.
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Park Board’s Hiawatha plan moves forward amid controversy
‘The momentum is moving. It will either crash or we can find a way to pivot and find the most desirable answer.’
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Hiawatha Golf Course nominated for National Register of Historic Places
On Monday, it was announced that the course, which has a storied Black history, could be deemed eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places.
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Hiawatha Golf Course saga continues
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is expected to vote on a resolution Wednesday, August 3 to hold a public meeting on the fate of Hiawatha Golf Course in South Minneapolis.
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Hiawatha golf course still in limbo
‘I don’t think they do recognize the history behind this course and what it means to African Americans.’
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Hiawatha Clubhouse renamed for Black golfer once denied entry
‘It was his second home. If he wasn’t home, he was here on the golf course.’
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Designate Hiawatha Golf Course a historic landmark today
The period of segregated public facilities in Minneapolis represents an important period in the development of the city and the parks.
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Fate of historic Black golf course remains uncertain
Debate continues on the future of golf course known historically for welcoming Black golfers.
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Mpls Park Board votes to downsize Black landmark
‘It is a slap in the face for six White commissioners to decide what Black history is important.’
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Historic Black landmark in jeopardy
When White-run golf tournaments did not permit Black golfers to play, they began to host their own tournaments, including one at Hiawatha Golf Course.
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Next steps in planning the future of Hiawatha Golf Course
The public is invited to attend the next Hiawatha Golf Course Property Master Plan Community Advisory Committee meeting set for July 22.