Playwright Sandra Struthers delivers a thought-provoking new comedy that dives into the critical, ongoing fight for labor rights and gender equity. The production launches from the groundbreaking history of the Willmar Eight, the women who led the first American bank strike right here in Minnesota. This dynamic piece uses this historical foundation to explore related themes, including the subsequent '80s film, McCarthyism, and the political life of director Lee Grant.
Trace the journey of Minnesota natives Chief Justice Warren Burger and Justice Harry Blackmun, from their roots in the St. Paul neighborhood to the pinnacle of the nation’s highest court. Two lifelong friends, their unbreakable bond now confronted with history-making decisions that will define their future. Dive into the dynamic tensions of the Supreme Court, where Nixon’s appointees grapple with conflicting ideologies in the arena of America’s most contentious legal battles. An insightful exploration of friendship, authority, and justice.
Experience the extraordinary Jen Burleigh-Bentz—renowned for her electrifying performances in Mamma Mia! on Broadway—as she graces the stage at the History Theatre for an unforgettable evening honoring Broadway’s most iconic belters. With her signature charm and powerful voice, Jen will honor legends such as Patti LuPone, Bernadette Peters, Ethel Merman, and others. With an amazing band, this concert guarantees an evening filled with unforgettable melodies and exhilarating Broadway enchantment.
Join the MNHS Digital Media Archives team for a fun-filled night that will merge two of our favorite things - archival footage and bingo! Rules for bingo remain the same, just replace the bingo ball cage with a reel of gems from our MNHS collections. Footage will include short films from Minnesota’s past, home movies, local news segments, and quirky clips that you won’t see anywhere else. Don’t miss this unique program!
As autumn unfolds, it invites the celebration of the Eve of All Hallows (also known as Halloween) and sparks a greater interest in the spirit realm. Join Sister Celeste, who has returned from the beyond, as she delves into the history of Hallows Tide. She will share captivating stories of otherworldly occurrences related to both the dearly departed and those less fondly remembered at some of the most iconic sites in St. Paul and beyond.
Get ready to trade in your “Silent Night” for a not-so-silent evening of groove…!
Join us at Dayblock Brewery for ‘Tiz the Szn to be Buzzin’: A Funky Holiday with The Cicadas, a night of warm light, cold beer, festive sweaters, and music that’ll keep your toes tapping even in the dead of winter. And yes — we’re hosting a Holiday Sweater Competition, so bring your boldest, brightest, or most questionably cozy knitwear to compete for glory.
Top the Tater Days is the annual community festival for Farmington, Minnesota. Top the Tater Days (formerly known as Dew Days), highlights the unique qualities of our community of to visitors and residents in order to promote the city and surrounding townships as an excellent community for families and businesses. The festival will provide a variety of activities for all ages by exploring the local and regional music and arts, history, culture and natural surroundings of Farmington in an entertaining atmosphere.
Minneapolis-St. Paul’s metro area is a bit of a drive from Mexico — about 1,400 miles, to be exact — but you wouldn’t guess it while dining at its top-flight taquerias and other Mexican restaurants. You can order everything from Dorilocos to paletas to tacos al pastor, lengua, asada or cabeza here, and that’s just the tip of a vast, often seriously spicy culinary iceberg. Here are 14 of our favorites.
Water | Craft explores the intersection of traditional craft practices and contemporary concerns about water and the environment. This exhibition brings together artists whose practices incorporate historical craft techniques of weaving, pottery, basketry, glass, and textile arts – and who transform these techniques to address issues including water access, climate change, and cultural preservation.
