How the Streets Were Made

Online

Local scholar Dr. Yelena Bailey presents research from her new book How the Streets Were Made. Learn how federal policies, like redlining, and advertisements directed toward white and Black consumers shaped and reflected Americans’ perceptions of Black life. Dr. Bailey is a finalist for the 2021 Minnesota Book Award.

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POSTPONED – Looking Back to Move Forward: The Housing Crisis

Online

The Twin Cities are grappling with a housing crisis, which disproportionately affects BIPOC communities. How did we get here? How can a shared understanding of history help us carve a better path forward? Join us for this local conversation moderated by Chanda Smith Baker.

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The Color of Law

A virtual presentation by Richard Rothstein with Q&A moderated by Chanda Smith Baker. Please visit this event page for a recording of the event and additional resources provided by Richard Rothstein.

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Mutual Aid Community History Workshop

Online

Join us for an interactive program about religion and mutual aid co-hosted by History for the Future. This workshop will focus on the histories of mutual aid within faith institutions and how these histories have led religious institutions to be able to assist during this crucial moment of increasing despair and hardship due to the pandemic.

Free

Voices from the Pandemic

Online

Join us for a conversation between Jennifer Vongroven and Agatha Lamin, two healthcare workers on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic in Minneapolis. The discussion will be moderated by Zac Farber, former editor of the Southwest Journal.

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The Future of Community History: A Conversation

Online

Special HHM Member Event What is the role and responsibility of a local history museum in times like these?  How can an organization like HHM be a positive force in our community?  Join Executive Director John Crippen, Board President Professor Jacqui deVries of Augsburg [...]

Free

Crop Art Happy Hour

Online

Join artist Liz Schreiber for a crop art happy hour as she leads a hands-on virtual workshop on making a mosaic made of seeds.

$48 – $60

Member Day

Mount Olive Lutheran Church 3045 Chicago Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Learn about membership at Hennepin History Museum with our free Member Day. Enjoy refreshments, get a sneak peak of upcoming museum projects, meet new staff, and see what has changed at the museum during the shutdown. Help us reach our goal of 50 new members! Already [...]

Free
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