MinneCulture Stories in Bloom - Airs May 5th
This spring marks the 80th anniversary of the 1941 blizzard that killed dozens of people in Minnesota and North Dakota. The region has a reputation for extreme winters, but a late season storm could still catch people off-guard. For Indigenous people, timing for such events had consequences as they transitioned to warmer months. Mike Moen reports on the history behind their winter survival techniques.
Art in Motion Brings Artwork, Bands, and Biking to the Lake Wobegon Trail by Colleen Cowie ~
The Lake Wobegon Trail is a 10-foot wide strip of pavement that guides bicyclists through Central Minnesota’s trees, lakes, and fields of cows. Now, there’s a new destination along the trail: Art in Motion, an art gallery and café in the small town of Holdingford.
Railroads & Fire by Laurie Allmann ~
Since the first rail line was completed in Minnesota in 1862, the railroad has had a storied existence in the state and fire is part of that story.
Can You Dig It? Shaft Turns 50 by Todd Melby ~
Before Shaft, badass movie detectives were white. Shaft starred Richard Roundtree as a Black detective, prowling New York City's tough streets, saving lives and taking no guff, especially from 'The Man.' Directed by Gordon Parks, who spent part of his youth in Minnesota, Shaft was a huge hit in 1971. This seminal film turns 50 this year.
'Dear Neighbor,' This Poster is for You by Sheila Regan ~
The Frogtown neighborhood in St. Paul was hit hard during the civil unrest that followed the police killing of George Floyd. While buildings are being repaired or rebuilt, a group of artists want to build connections among neighbors.
Teen Abstract Painter Jackson Duin Wades Into Curation by Sheila Regan ~
Jackson Duin, a high school student in Edina, has been getting notice in the past few years for his talented eye. Recently he has branched out into a curatorial realm for an exhibition at ArtReach St. Croix.
The Native Boxing Gyms of 1970s Minneapolis by Dixie Treichel ~
In Minneapolis in the 1970s Native American youth boxing was at its peak. Experienced boxers committed their time and energy to start gyms and coach the youth. In the turmoil of the urban environment, boxing was a way for Native American boys to step into the ring, stay out of trouble and gain self confidence.
Self-Determination and Other Teachings of the Red School House by Dixie Treichel ~
In the early 1970’s, Native American youth were experiencing discrimination in the Twin Cities public schools that created turmoil and high drop out rates. This lead to the creation of an alternative accredited educational place named The Red School House.
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