On a snow-lashed winter afternoon on Nov. 30 at Landmark Center, Minnesota lawmakers, cultural leaders, and members of the Gordon Parks family formally announced the creation of the Gordon Parks Living Memorial, a long-awaited public tribute to the legendary photographer, filmmaker, author, and humanitarian whose artistic journey began in Minnesota and reshaped global culture. The […]
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Minnesota Humanities Center steps up with with weeks-long Juneteenth celebration
The Minnesota Humanities Center’s Juneteenth celebration includes four events featuring food historian Dr. Jessica B. Harris, civil rights attorney Sherrilyn Ifill, a new documentary, and a theatrical tribute to Black resilience.
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Reviving Forgotten Treasures: A jewelry exhibit celebrating personal stories and memories
The Minnesota African American Heritage Museum and Gallery (MAAHMG) is proud to present a new exhibit, Reviving Forgotten Treasures, Reviving Memories, featuring one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces crafted by participants of a special community course led by COMPAS teaching artist Amy Wilderson. Community members can view the exhibit now through Feb. 28. The exhibit showcases jewelry made […]
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Minnesota Humanities Center CEO Kevin Lindsey champions clean energy initiatives
Kevin Lindsey, CEO of the Minnesota Humanities Center and board member of Fresh Energy, is working to educate people on the climate crisis and increase the number of African Americans pursuing careers in law through financial support and mentorship.
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2024 Juneteenth events in the Twin Cities and beyond
Celebrate Juneteenth with music, arts, wellness activities, family activities, a Black-owned vending market and more.
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Hollywood stars shine at Reel Revolution North event in North Minneapolis
At the Reel Revolution North event, Terrance Howard, Yolonda Ross, and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor discussed their careers and the opportunities taking place in Minnesota’s film industry.
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Former MN Human Rights Commissioner Named CEO For MN Humanities Center
Former Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Human Rights Kevin Lindsey, J.D. has been named CEO of the Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC). Lindsey is a widely respected advocate and lawyer with a wealth of experience in public policy and education reform. A proven changemaker, his career has focused on finding solutions to complex issues and […]