Mankato Free Press

Minnesota poet laureate dives into Indigenous history

Westerman’s poetry chops grew during 1999 sessions at The Loft in Minneapolis. Still, she was a bit surprised when Gov. Tim ...

What was life like on Minnesota’s ‘poor farms’?

One of the few remaining traces of Minnesota’s poor farm era still rises above the landscape in Maplewood — a towering red barn that now anchors the Ramsey County Fairgrounds. Built in 1918, the barn ...

Do you own a piece of Minnesota history?

Kate Hujda, a senior curator for the Minnesota Historical Society, isn’t necessarily looking for Viking runestones. She’ll ...
Star Tribune

Here’s a delicious way to learn about Minnesota history

From the Oliver Kelley Farm to the Split Rock Lighthouse, the Minnesota Historical Society’s summer program is an all-you-can-eat buffet of activity, with main dishes of exploring and fun and a side ...
Grand Forks Herald

Minnesota won a Confederate battle flag from Virginia at Gettysburg. Here's why it won't give it back.

The Civil War ended in 1865, but for Minnesota and the one-time rebel state of Virginia, the battle continues over a prized battle flag. Union Soldier Marshall Sherman of Minnesota stands in front of ...
West Central Tribune

Looking to play football, Granite Falls, Minnesota, man helped make Gopher history

Paul Benson, of Granite Falls, Minnesota, was among members of the national champion Gophers football team that celebrated ...