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SUMMARY:Partner Event: Sketching in Irvine Park with Jeanne Kosfeld
DESCRIPTION:Sketching in Irvine Park\nwith Jeanne Kosfeld\nAugust 12\, 2023\, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nIn Person\nOn Location at Irvine Park in Saint Paul\n \nOrganized by Wet Paint\nTickets: $32.00 available from Wet Paint\nFor tickets and more details see https://info.wetpaintart.com/event/sketching-in-irvine-park-with-jeanne-kosfeld-3/\n \nA playful\, no-fear sketching workshop where you’ll rekindle the wonder for drawing that you felt as a child. \n\nJeanne Kosfeld\, the illustrator for the RCHS publication\,  Neighborhood Architecture: Irvine Park – a coloring book will share her love for sketching and show you how she approaches a complex scene on location.\nYou’ll leave with a new friend — your sketchbook\, ready to give you hours of enjoyment wherever you are. \n\nBecome comfortable with basic tools and techniques to enjoy sketching anything anywhere.\nLearn to see simple shapes in complex scenes\, remembering childlike visual discovery.\nCreate energy in your drawing with playful line movement.\nGain confidence by working through a sketch from beginning to end and have fun doing it!\n\nInstructor\nJeanne Kosfeld paints and sketches primarily with water-based media\, but her previous body of work includes newspaper design\, board game design\, creating public sculptures in ice\, organic matter\, and polymer. Growing up in a family of artists\, Jeanne started working as a newspaper illustrator. Along the way\, she taught at the University of Alaska-Anchorage where she also led the design department. For eighteen years\, Jeanne was the creative director at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in Saint Paul\, Minnesota. Her work appears in public & private collections. She has been honored with artist-in-residencies in Arles\, France; Mesa Verde National Park\, Colorado; Hot Springs National Park\, Arkansas; St. Croix Watershed Research Station as the Artist at Pine Needles\, Minnesota; the Western Wisconsin Land Trust at the Pine Creek Restoration Project\, Wisconsin; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area\, California; and Juneau\, Alaska at the Ernest Gruening Historic Site. Jeanne has participated in International Urban Sketchers Symposiums in Portugal and the Netherlands.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/partner-event-sketching-in-irvine-park-with-jeanne-kosfeld-2/
LOCATION:Irvine Park\, 251 Walnut Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Art & Craft Workshop,Community Events,Publishing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230619T120000
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SUMMARY:Partner Event: Juneteenth at Rondo Commemorative Plaza
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth in Rondo\nMonday\, June 19\, 2023\nNoon-5:00 pm\nRondo Commemorative Plaza\n820 Concordia Ave\, St. Paul\, MN \nOrganized by the Rondo Center of Diverse Expressions (RCODE). \nThe 3rd Annual Juneteenth Observance activities include entertainment\, food trucks\, and information for job applicants or those seeking additional information on skilled training opportunities starts at 12:00 PM and ends at 5:00 PM. A formal Juneteenth observance and program featuring speakers\, awards\, and keynote address begins at 3:00 – 4:00 PM. \nRCODE reveres Juneteenth as a celebration of the human spirit\, respect and the hope for better days ahead and its fundamental pillar of freedom to work with the expectation to be paid. To highlight the connection between labor and Juneteenth\, we invite employers who have semi and skilled labor openings for individuals between the ages of 18-26 and who will agree to apply our criteria for meaningful employment to participate in the job fair. We will distribute their information at our celebration on June 19th\, with the goal to connect 20 or more individuals with solid leads for jobs along with five individuals applying for admission to St. Paul College for skilled training. \nDr. Marvin Dunn\, Department Chair and Professor of Psychology Emeritus at Florida International University and Founder of the Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education will deliver the Keynote Address. Other speakers will be announced at the start of the program. \nStop by the RCHS booth to see learn about the many Rondo histories published in our Ramsey County History magazine\, and meet authors Frank White\, Nieeta Presley\, and others! \nThe entire community is invited to attend and this unique occasion and celebrate Juneteenth with family and friends and the City of St. Paul\, especially those interested in gainful employment opportunities. \nKeynote Speaker\nDr. Marvin Dunn is one of the most forceful voices on race relations in the United States. He was a naval officer\, commander\, and founding Chair of the Department of Psychology at FIU. He is the author of five books\, hundreds of newspaper lead stories and journal articles\, producer of two documentary films\, lecturer\, husband\, father and proud graduate of Morehouse College. His views on racial and ethnic relations in Florida and the U.S. have been widely published and broadcast on the major news outlets.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/juneteenth-at-rondo/
LOCATION:Rondo Commemorative Plaza\, 820 Concordia Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Winter Carnival Rondo Night
DESCRIPTION:Join RCHS at the Winter Carnival for Rondo Night!\nThursday\, Feb. 2\, 2023 – 5:00-9:30 pm\nLandmark Center 75 West 5th Street\, Saint Paul 55102\n\n\nEnjoy lively Rondo performances. Support BIPOC artisans\, businesses and organizations.\nSavor flavorful bites from Taste of Rondo while learning more about the vibrant history of Rondo.\n\n\n\nGuest RCHS authors:\n5:00-6:00 – Leetta Douglas and Jeremiah Ellis\n6:00-7:00 – Marion Jones Kennon\n7:00-8:00 – Nieeta Presley and Frank White\n\n\n\nFor more information: https://www.wintercarnival.com/events/rondo-night/
URL:https://rchs.com/event/winter-carnival-rondo-night/
LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 W Fifth Street \, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220827T110000
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SUMMARY:MN SEED's Native Plant Community Science Project - Demonstration & Processing Event
DESCRIPTION:This Program is in Partnership with MNSEED Project and Minnesota State Horticultural Society\nRegister here: https://mshs.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/mshs/eventRegistration.jsp?1=1&event=484&sdcdsc=sdcdsc&event=484 \nCost\n$10 (includes admission to Gibbs Farm!) \nSummary\nJoin the MNSEED Project for a native seed collection workshop.\nDescription\n\n\nMN SEED’s Native Plant Community Science Project – Demonstration & Processing Event \nSaturday\, August 27\, 9 – 11 am \nLocation: Gibbs Farm\, 2097 Larpenteur Ave W\, St. Paul\, MN 55113 \nInstructors: Courtney Tchida\, Dawn Lamm\, Stephanie Hankerson \nJoin the MNSEED Project for a native seed collection workshop. We will demonstrate how to know when seeds are ready to collect\, tips for collecting\, seed cleaning\, processing\, and storage. This is a hands-on workshop where you will have the opportunity to collect a variety of seeds and take some home to plant in your own spaces.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/mn-seeds-native-plant-community-science-project-demonstration-processing-event/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Gibbs Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220826T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
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SUMMARY:Friday Farm Chores
DESCRIPTION:Come help out with some Friday Farm Chores! Work with Gibbs farm staff and volunteers to check some tasks off the list. \nRegister using this link OR email Clare@RCHS.com\n\nProjects are active and outdoors\, great for volunteers 12+ or family groups! Perfect for students needing to complete service hours. \nInstructions and materials are all provided. Please wear close-toed shoes and clothes you can work in! \nProjects may include: \n\nPainting\nPlanting\nHarvesting\nWatering\nWeeding\nOrchard care\nFence Fixing\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Email Clare@rchs.com or call the Gibbs Farm Office 651-646-8629.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/friday-farm-chores-2/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Gibbs Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
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SUMMARY:Minnesota Sinfonia Family Concert
DESCRIPTION:Recommended for all ages\n\n\nGibbs Farm and the Bell Museum invite you to a fun-filled evening at the corner of Larpenteur and Cleveland on Thursday\, July 21. Kick off the night with an outdoor concert from the Minnesota Sinfonia\, who will be performing at Gibbs Farm. Enjoy the sounds of “Music on the Lighter Side” with your family. This concert will include music from the movies\, Broadway\, waltzes\, tangos\, marches\, polka\, and much more!\n\n\nThe concert is from 7pm to 8pm\, but please feel free to arrive as early as 6pm and bring a picnic dinner to enjoy with your friends and family. Please bring your own seating such as lawn chairs or picnic blankets for this event. There will be limited picnic tables. Restrooms will be available.\n\nThe concert has no registration fee\, but we do request guests RSVP if they plan to attend.\nClick here to RSVP \nFollowing the concert\, stroll on over to the Bell Museum to experience Gaia\, a touring installation by UK artist Luke Jerram. At 23 feet in diameter and hanging in the museum’s Horizon Hall\, Gaia is a giant\, glowing sculpture of the Earth that features imagery from NASA’s Visible Earth Project. The Bell Museum will be open for special evening hours until 10pm on Thursday\, July 21. \nRain date:\nIn the event of inclement weather\, a rain date has been set for Monday\, July 25. Guests who RSVP will receive an email notification if the original date has to be canceled. Please note that the Bell Museum will not have evening hours on July 25\, but Gaia will be visible from outside the museum. \nSpecial Guest:\n \n\nMinnesota Sinfonia\n\n\n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/minnesota-sinfonia-family-concert/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220708T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20220504T180141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T180141Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Farm Chores
DESCRIPTION:Come help out with some Friday Farm Chores! Work with Gibbs farm staff and volunteers to check some tasks off the list. \nRegister using this link OR email Clare@RCHS.com\n\nProjects are active and outdoors\, great for volunteers 12+ or family groups! Perfect for students needing to complete service hours. \nInstructions and materials are all provided. Please wear close-toed shoes and clothes you can work in! \nProjects may include: \n\nPainting\nPlanting\nHarvesting\nWatering\nWeeding\nOrchard care\nFence Fixing\n\n\nRegister using this link OR email Clare@RCHS.com\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Email Clare@rchs.com or call the Gibbs Farm Office 651-646-8629.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/friday-farm-chores-4/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Gibbs Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20220504T175920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T175920Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Farm Chores
DESCRIPTION:Come help out with some Friday Farm Chores! Work with Gibbs farm staff and volunteers to check some tasks off the list. \nRegister using this link OR email Clare@RCHS.com\n\nProjects are active and outdoors\, great for volunteers 12+ or family groups! Perfect for students needing to complete service hours. \nInstructions and materials are all provided. Please wear close-toed shoes and clothes you can work in! \nProjects may include: \n\nPainting\nPlanting\nHarvesting\nWatering\nWeeding\nOrchard care\nFence Fixing\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Email Clare@rchs.com or call the Gibbs Farm Office 651-646-8629.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/friday-farm-chores/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Gibbs Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220514T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T175707Z
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SUMMARY:May Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our May 14 Volunteer Day from 10:00-1:00.\n\nGibbs Farm staff will lead volunteers in active outdoor projects to for summer 2022. Projects will include: planting\, light landscaping and site clean-up.\n\nRegister using this link OR email Clare@RCHS.com\n\nProjects are great for volunteers 12+ or family groups! Perfect for students needing to complete service hours.\nInstructions\, materials and snacks provided. Please wear close-toed shoes and clothes you can work in! Bring work gloves and a lunch if you wish!\n\n\n\nQuestions? Email Clare@rchs.com or call the Gibbs Farm Office 651-646-8629.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/may-volunteer-day/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Gibbs Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211023T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20211004T154015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T154015Z
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SUMMARY:Gibbs Farm Oct 23 Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our October 23 volunteer Day from 11:00-2:00. Gibbs Farm staff will lead volunteers in active outdoor projects to prepare for the end of our 2021 season. Projects will include: gardening\, light landscaping and site clean-up.\n\nLet us know you are coming by registering using the sign up link: https://signup.com/go/QFLGpsW\nOR email Clare@RCHS.com.\n\nProjects are great for volunteers 12+ or family groups! Perfect for students needing to complete service hours.\nInstructions\, materials and snacks provided. Please wear close-toed shoes and clothes you can work in! Bring work gloves and a lunch if you wish!\n\nThere is plenty of space to spread out\, masks and social distancing required.\n\nQuestions? Email Clare@rchs.com or call the Gibbs Farm Office 651-646-8629.\n\nhttps://signup.com/go/QFLGpsW
URL:https://rchs.com/event/gibbs-farm-oct-23-volunteer-day/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Events,Gibbs Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210723T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210609T152238Z
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SUMMARY:Minnesota Sinfonia Concert at Gibbs Farm
DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Sinfonia will be performing outdoors at Gibbs Farm on Friday\, July 23rd. Enjoy the sounds of “Music on the Lighter Side” with your family! This concert with include music from the movies\, Broadway\, waltzes\, tangos\, marches\, and much more! The concert is from 7pm to 8pm\, but please feel free to arrive as early as 6pm and bring a picnic dinner to enjoy with your friends and family. Please bring your own seating such as lawn chairs or picnic blankets for this event. We ask that you set up your seating area 6 feet from other family groups. There will be limited picnic tables. \nThis event has no registration fee and does not require an RSVP\,  but we’d love to know if you plan to attend. Please RSVP if you plan to attend! \nIn the event of inclement weather\, a rain date has been set for Monday\, July 26th. You will receive an email notification if the original date has to be canceled. \nRestrooms will be available. \nA HUGE thank you to the Minnesota Sinfonia for allowing us to have this wonderful event opportunity at Gibbs Farm! \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/minnesota-sinfonia-concert-at-gibbs-farm/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210710T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210710T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210607T191449Z
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SUMMARY:Begin with a Bee Book Event + Kid's Nature Investigation Tour
DESCRIPTION:Local Author Phyllis Root will be visiting Gibbs Farm with her new book Begin with a Bee all about the fascinating Rusty Patched Bumblebee!\nThis event is FREE and open to the public\, but space is limited\, so make sure to pre-register HERE or by calling the Gibbs Farm office at 651-646-8629. By pre-registering for the book event\, you also get free admission to the Gibbs Farm site. \nPhyllis Root will read from the book and share her writing and research process. This gorgeous and educational picture book is great for all ages and while everyone is welcome on the nature investigation tour it will be geared for kids 4-8. Younger children may need some help participating from their grown-up! \nAfter the reading\, meet the author\, ask a question\, and buy a copy of Begin with a Bee or Plant a Pocket of Prairie. \nPlus: \n\nJoin a kid focused 20-minute nature investigation tour offered at 11:45 and 12:15.\nChat with Master Naturalists (and Gibbs Farm Volunteers) Kathy Robbins and Cathy Croghan about all things prairie related.\nGrab self-guided tour information and explore the prairie and gardens with your group.\nCheck out the historic Gibbs Farmhouse on a guided history tour. (offered at 12:00\, 1:00 or 2:00)\nVisit the farm animals!\nBring a snack or a picnic to enjoy.\n\nGibbs Farm is an 8-acre site that includes a restored prairie\, gardens historic and replica buildings. This event will take place outside and will be set up to allow social distancing between groups. Masks need to be worn at all times while inside and when on a tour. \nProgram will start at 11:00\, check in begins at 10:30. \nPart of the History Revealed series of programs.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/begin-with-a-bee-book-event-kids-nature-investigation-tour/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Book Event,Children's Events,Community Events,Gibbs Events,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200418T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200418T140000
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SUMMARY:Gibbs Farm April Volunteer Day 2020
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED:  \nPlease watch for updates and event rescheduling. \nHelp us prepare the historic Gibbs Farm for the Spring field trip season! \nVolunteers are needed for active outdoor projects on our 8-acre site. These include turning compost\, preparing garden beds\, removing invasive species\, and bringing out benches and educational objects. \nThese projects are ideal for individuals\, families or groups and should be appropriate for students 12+. \nParticipants should dress for the weather and a little mud.  Sturdy\, closed-toe shoes are a must! Bring a lunch if you wish\, snacks and beverages will be provided. \n  \nMore Options for Group Volunteers \nGibbs Farm has a variety of projects for volunteer groups. Group volunteer projects are active and outdoor\, options may include painting\, gardening and light landscaping. These projects are designed to take two hours and are usually appropriate for groups of 7-25. Week day projects are available during June-August\, during May\, September and October we can schedule weekend group projects. Please contact Clare@RCHS.com for more information.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/gibbs-farm-spring-volunteer-day-2020/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Events,Gibbs Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
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SUMMARY:Apple Festival
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us on September 21st for a day of family-friendly fun at Gibbs Farm! To celebrate fall our Heritage Orchard will be open to the public and staffed by our volunteers. Taste samples of our heirloom apples\, and try your hand at the cider press. \nWe’ll have games\, crafts and special treats including mini-straw bale maze\, line dancing\, and ice cream! It is a great day to tour the historic Gibbs Farmhouse and explore our restored prairie and learn about Dakota seasonal life. \nOur neighbor the Bell Museum will be back this year and Outdoor Painters of Minnesota will be capturing fall scenes! \nThe day includes live music from Light of the Moon\, and crafting demonstrations. All treats\, crafts and activities are included in admission. \nFood will be available for purchase or bring your own picnic! \n$8 Adults\, $7 Seniors\, $5 Children. Free for Ramsey County Historical Society Members. \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/apple-festival-2/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Community Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190912T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190912T193000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20190816T163835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190816T163835Z
UID:10008703-1568307600-1568316600@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Apple Harvest Dinner at Gibbs Farm
DESCRIPTION:with Chefs Joan and David Donatelle of Savory Pursuits \nFall is just around the corner and that means crisp evenings\, beautiful colors\, and crunchy sweet apples! Our last event of the year in our outdoor dinner series with the Good Acre is all about celebrating the fall apple harvest in conjunction with Apple Fest at Gibbs Farm! The evening will begin with tours of the historic site\, a hidden gem of prairie and farmland just down the road from The Good Acre. Gibbs staff will be on hand to give you a walking tour and offer context on the food traditions of Minnesota’s past. Then you’ll gather around with husband-and-wife dynamic duo\, Joan and David Donatelle\, as they prepare a delicious harvest menu\, featuring recipes from Joan’s book Astonishing Apples.  \nThis family-style dinner will include: \n\nGingery Apple Chutney with Cheese\nGrilled Leg of Lamb\nApple Panzanella\nRoasted Apples with Fingerling Potatoes\nApple Crostata with Honey Caramel Sauce\n\nAlcohol will be served at this event\, so 21+ only\, please.  \nRCHS Members get a discount! Use code “gibbs” at checkout. \nRegistration required\, get a ticket today! 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/apple-harvest-dinner-at-gibbs-farm/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:Adults Only Event,Community Events,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190810T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190810T111500
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20190709T140554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190709T140554Z
UID:10008698-1565433000-1565435700@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Knock on Wood: Trees and Their Uses
DESCRIPTION:Knock on Wood: Trees and Their Uses.  Join a 45 minute walking tour through the Gibbs Farm site led by Master Naturalists and Gibbs Farm Volunteers Kathy Robbins and Cathy Croghan.  Learn to identify woody plants and find out about Minnesota trees. \n  \n  \nGibbs Farm is open from 10-4 on weekends and the walking tour is included in the admission price. \n$8 adults\, $7 seniors 62+\, $5 children 3 and up. Free for RCHS members!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/knock-on-wood-trees-and-their-uses/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Events,Gibbs Events,Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190803T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190803T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20190109T150722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190109T150722Z
UID:10008658-1564826400-1564840800@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Prairie Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Minnesota’s First People.\nCelebrating the Dakota\, Past and Present! \n-Learn about the historic life of the people of Cloud Man’s village at interactive stations\, learn about trade\, and even bead a bracelet inspired by traditional colors. \n-Sample snacks from the Sioux Chef (learn more about them here: sioux-chef.com) \n-Watch crafting demonstrations by Dakota Wicohan (dakotawicohan.org) \n-Check out art from Marlena Myles Art & Design \n-Play Lacrosse (led by Vincent and Winfred Jackson) \n-Hides processing demos \n-Mini Dakota Language Lessons \n– And much more! \nCheck back as more program information and times are added! \nIncluded in general admission:\n$8 adults\, $7 seniors 62+\, $5 children 3 and up\nFree for RCHS members\nThe festival will take place from 10am-2pm. Gibbs Farm will remain open until 4pm for regularly scheduled tours. \nDakota Wicohan Singers
URL:https://rchs.com/event/prairie-festival/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Community Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190727T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190727T111500
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20190709T135418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190709T135418Z
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SUMMARY:Prairie Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come and see what’s blooming on the Gibbs Farm prairie!  Bring your camera and join Master Naturalists and Gibbs Farm Volunteers Cathy Croghan and Kathy Robbins on Saturday July 27th at 10:30 for a 45 minute prairie walk. Enjoy the many flowers and grasses that make up this important and rare plant community that was once so common in Minnesota. \n  \nGibbs Farm is open from 10-4 on weekends\, and the Prairie Walk is included in admission price! \n$8 adults\, $7 seniors 62+\, $5 children 3 and up. Free for RCHS members!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/prairie-walk/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Events,Gibbs Events,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190706T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190706T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20190621T123929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190621T123929Z
UID:10008694-1562410800-1562421600@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Prairie Plant Tour
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 6th; 11am & 1pm \nJoin Gibbs Farm Site Interpreter\, Andrea Nehring\, for an all-ages tour of our restored native prairie. \nThis special tour is included in the regular cost of admission. Pre-registration is not required. \nGibbs Farm Admission: $8 Adults\, $7 Seniors\, $5 Children 4-16\, Free for RCHS Members. \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/prairie-plant-tour/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Special Events,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190622T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190622T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20190618T160326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190618T160326Z
UID:10008693-1561201200-1561215600@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Archeology Program
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday June 22nd\, participate in educational archaeology programming led by Archeologist Kassie Bradshaw Kmitch. Examine real artifacts\, try your hand at throwing an atlatl\, and much more!  \nSessions are one hour and are at 11am\, 1pm\, and 2pm. \nProgram is included in the cost of regular admission: Adults-$8\, Seniors-$7\, Children-$5 \nRCHS Members: Free!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/archeology-program/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Community Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190511T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20190327T190148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190327T190148Z
UID:10008667-1557572400-1557583200@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Gibbs Farm May Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Help us prepare Gibbs Farm for the summer! \nVolunteers are needed for active outdoor projects! These include turning compost\, preparing garden beds\, removing invasive species\, painting and light landscaping. \nThese projects are ideal for individuals\, families or groups and should be appropriate for students 12+. \nParticipants should dress for the weather and wear sturdy close toed shoes. Bring a lunch if you wish\, snacks and beverages will be provided. \n  \nPlease RSVP by sending an email to Clare@RCHS.com. \n  \nMore Options for Group Volunteers \nGibbs Farm has a variety of projects for volunteer groups. Group volunteer projects are active and outdoor\, options may include painting\, gardening and light landscaping. These projects are designed to take two hours and are usually appropriate for groups of 7-25. Week day projects are available during June-August\, during May\, September and October we can schedule weekend group projects. Please contact Clare@RCHS.com for more information.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/gibbs-farm-may-volunteer-day/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181028T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20180926T130524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180926T130524Z
UID:10008602-1540724400-1540735200@rchs.com
SUMMARY:October Volunteer Day at Gibbs Farm
DESCRIPTION:Help us prepare our site for the winter! Volunteers are needed for active outdoor projects including turning compost\, covering garden beds and removing invasive species. These projects are ideal for individuals\, families or groups and should be appropriate for students 12+. Participants should dress for the weather and wear sturdy close toed shoes. Bring a lunch if you wish\, snacks and beverages will be provided. To volunteer please RSVP or send questions to Clare@RCHS.com
URL:https://rchs.com/event/october-volunteer-day-at-gibbs-farm/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Gibbs Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181005T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181005T193000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20180828T200933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180828T200933Z
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SUMMARY:Harvest Supper at Gibbs Farm
DESCRIPTION:****Date Change!******** \n  \nA harvest evening for adults! \nCelebrate the start of the fall harvest with an evening of eating\, drinking\, and learning at Gibbs Farm\, a magical prairie oasis tucked between St. Paul and Minneapolis. Along with staff and volunteers from Gibbs Farm and The Good Acre\, your hosts will be cooking instructors Joan and David Donatelle\, who will prepare an autumnal feast featuring a bounty of locally grown and raised goods\, including apples\, root vegetables\, pork\, and more. The evening will start with apple-centric appetizers and drinks\, move into an outdoor cooking demo with Joan and David\, and end with time for eating\, exploring\, and guided tours of the beautiful historic Gibbs farm and orchard. \nMenu includes \n\n\nRoasted Pumpkin-Apple Soup\nApple Bruschetta\nPorchetta with Roasted Apples and Roots\nApple Cheddar Cornbread\nHarvest Salad with Apples\, Squash\, Beets\, and Wild Rice\nApple Honey Crumble\n\nMenu is subject to change.  \n$60 Advance tickets are required. \nBuy tickets at The Good Acre’s website\, RCHS members can use the code “gibbs” to recive a discount.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/harvest-supper-at-gibbs-farm/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:Adults Only Event,Community Events,Gibbs Events,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180922T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20180828T173620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180828T173620Z
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SUMMARY:Gibbs Farm Apple Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us on September 22 for a day of family-friendly apple fun at Gibbs Farm. Our Heritage Orchard will be open to the public and staffed by our volunteers\, taste samples of our apples\, and try your hand at the cider press. We’ll have games\, crafts and special treats as well as tours of the historic Gibbs Farmhouse\, and Dakota seasonal life. The day includes live music from Light of the Moon Band\, and crafting demonstrations. All treats\, crafts and activities are included in admission. Food will be available for purchase from Fork in the Road food truck or bring your own picnic! \nThe Outdoor Painters of Minnesota will be back again this year\, capturing fall scenes! \nLearn about prairie plants and make a seed ball with the Minnesota Association of Enviromental Educators! \n$8 Adults\, $7 Seniors\, $5 Children. Free for Ramsey County Historical Society Members. \nMark your calendars and watch this page for more information!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/gibbs-farm-apple-festival-2018/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Community Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20180206T203606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180206T203606Z
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SUMMARY:North Star: Civil War Stories Free Public Event
DESCRIPTION:Ramsey County Historical Society is proud to partner with TPT-Twin Cities PBS to produce a ground-breaking new documentary\, North Star: Civil War Stories\, which uncovers hidden details of African-American men from Minnesota involved in the Civil War. Using emerging research and scholarship\, North Star: Civil War Stories looks at the lives and contributions of these men during and after the war. \nFour stories bring to light the hidden histories of African American Minnesotans during and after the Civil War. These unsung heroes made unique contributions to the Union and their new state\, but the details and records of their involvement still challenge historians. \nCreated for not only the broadcast viewing audience\, but also with educators and classroom audiences in mind\, this important documentary will be made available on DVD for use in schools\, universities\, and to the general public. \nFor a preview of the documentary\, see the TPT website at http://www.tpt.org/north-star-civil-war-stories/. \nFree Event with Daniel Bergin & William Green\nWednesday\, February 21\, noon-1:00 pm\nLandmark Center Weyerhauser Auditorium (basement level)\n75 Fifth St W\, Saint Paul MN 55102\nFree public event\, open to all \nOn February 21\, RCHS & TPT will host a special noontime screening of North Star: Civil War Stories at Landmark Center Weyerhauser Auditorium\, followed by a discussion and questions-and-answers with filmmaker and producer Daniel Bergin\, and historian William Greene. Film is approx. 25 minutes\, discussion to follow. \nFeatured image above: A. Van Spence\, courtesy of The Meeker County Historical Society \nDaniel Pierce Bergin is Senior Producer & Partnership Manager for Twin Cities Public Television. He was a Production Fellow for the PBS documentary Slavery by Another Name\, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Bergin won a regional Emmy Award for Slavery By Another Name: Behind the Scenes. His other notable productions include regional Emmy-winners Asian Flavors\, North Star: Minnesota’s Black Pioneers; Lowertown: The Rise of an Urban Village; Cass Gilbert: Standing the Test of Time. His literary history documentary\, Literature & Life: The Givens Collection was named “Best History Documentary” at the Prized Pieces International Black Film Festival. His documentary With Impunity: Men & Gender Violence was named “Best Documentary of 2012” by Mpls/St. Paul Magazine. In addition to long-form documentary work\, Bergin received a regional Emmy award for Legacy Letters\, a PSA series about celebrating and protecting Minnesota’s natural\, historical\, and cultural heritage. Bergin produced exhibit videos for the Science Museum of Minnesota’s award-winning touring exhibit “Race: Are We So Different?” He also produced a companion program for broadcast. \nThe filmmaker’s short narrative films have screened at the American Film Institute\, the Chicago International Children’s Film Festival\, The Wexner Center\, and the Hollywood Black Film Festival.  In the 1990s\, Daniel Bergin produced the ground breaking “Don’t Believe the Hype\,” TPT’s Emmy award winning youth media program. \nThe Minneapolis native and University of Minnesota graduate has served as a director on the boards of several community media organizations including Intermedia Arts\, St. Paul Neighborhood Network\, Hennepin Theatre Trust\, and IFP MN. He was on the Walker Art Center’s Parent Advisory Council. Daniel is an adjunct instructor at St. Cloud State University. He has been recognized as a MN State Arts Board Fellow\, a 2003 Twin Cities Business Journal’s “40 under 40”\, a City Pages Artist of the Year\, attended the esteemed PBS Producers Academy\, and was awarded a Bush Leadership Fellowship for his work in community media. \nWilliam (Bill) Green received his B.A. in History from Gustavus Adolphus College\, and his M.A.\, Ph.D. and J.D. from the University of Minnesota. He has published articles\, op-ed pieces\, and book chapters on history\, law\, and education\, and he has published two books on race and civil rights in Minnesota history-A Peculiar Imbalance in Early Minnesota: 1837-1869\, and Degrees of Freedom: The Origin of Civil Rights in Minnesota\, 1865-1914\, which won the 2015 Minnesota Book Award-Hognander Prize. He is presently working on a history of Minnesota during the period of the Civil War and Reconstruction. \nBill has spoken widely at such places as the Ramsey County Bar Association; Bethel Lutheran Church\, the Friends of the Ramsey County Library; Unity Unitarian Universalist Church in St. Paul\, and William Mitchell Law School. He has also lectured at Peabody College-Vanderbilt University\, St. John’s University\, and Lincoln College-Oxford University. While serving as Superintendent of Minneapolis Public Schools\, he studied school reform at Harvard University. \nHe presently serves as vice president of the Minnesota Historical Society\, and is currently on the faculty of Augsberg College. \n \nThis project has been financed in part with funds provided by the State of Minnesota from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund through the Minnesota Historical Society.\n  \nThank you to Landmark Center for their support of this program. \nHistory Revealed Presentations\nScheduled 2018 History Revealed Programs\nCheck back for updates!\nClick on the titles for more information.\nPlease note that topics and speakers may change. Check the website and our Facebook page for updates.\nPlease also note presentation location and times. \nFebruary 15\, 2018\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – Steve Werle\, The Political Rise\, Demise\, and Redemption of Harold E. Stassen\nRoseville Library\, 2180 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113. Free and open to all. \nFebruary 21\, 2018\, Wednesday\, noon – North Star: Civil War Stories Event\nFilm screening & discussion. Free & open to all.\nLandmark Center Weyerhauser Auditorium\, 75 W Fifth St.\, Saint Paul MN 55102. \nMarch 14\, 2018\, Wednesday\, noon – Mollie Spillman\, How to Research Your House\nLandmark Center\, 75 Fifth St W\, Saint Paul MN 55102. Free and open to all. \nMarch 22\, 2018\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – Kim Heikkila\, To Bear the Mark: Unwed Motherhood at the Salvation Army’s Booth Memorial Hospital\, 1913-1973 (or\, History\, My Mother\, and Me)\nRoseville Library\, 2180 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113. Free and open to all. \nApril 18\, 2018\, Wednesday\, noon – James Marrinan & Bonnie Lindberg\, Value: It’s Not Always in the Money! A Look at YOUR Treasured Antiques\nLandmark Center\, 75 Fifth St W\, Saint Paul MN 55102\nRegistration required. \nApril 26\, 2018\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – John Diers\, 1\,100 Streetcars: The Rise and Fall of the Twin City Rapid Transit Company\nRoseville Library\, 2180 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113. Free and open to all. \n \nMay 16\, 2018\, Wednesday\, noon – Paul Nelson\, Rocky Roots: Walking Tour of the Geology of Downtown Saint Paul\nLandmark Center\, 75 Fifth St W\, Saint Paul MN 55102\nMeet at the Landmark Center. Reservations required\, limit 20. \nMay 24\, 2018\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – Terry Swanson\, Elaine Goodale Eastman: Sister to the Sioux in Her Own Words\nRoseville Library\, 2180 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113. Free and open to all. \nJune 6\, 2018\, Wednesday\, 10:30 am-noon – Mark Haidet\, Walking Tour of the MN State Fair\nMinnesota State Fairgrounds\, 1265 Snelling Ave N\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108\nMeet at the History & Heritage Center. Reservations required\, limit 30. \nJuly 26\, 2018\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – Mark Haidet\, The Minnesota State Fair During World War I\nRoseville Library\, 2180 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville MN 55113. Free and open to all.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/north-star-event/
LOCATION:Catalog
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20171017T161003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171017T161003Z
UID:10008533-1510398000-1510416000@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Fall Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Gibbs Farm Fall Volunteer Day\nNovember 11\, 2017 11:00am-4:00pm \nHelp us close the site for the winter! It was a fantastic season\, and now it’s time to prepare for the cold weather. \nWe need volunteers for outdoor projects\, which include taking down signs\, covering garden beds\, working in the compost pile and more! \nThis event is perfect for volunteer groups or students looking to complete service hours. \nPlease RSVP to Clare@rchs.com if you plan to attend!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/fall-volunteer-day/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ramsey County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@rchs.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20170905T190619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170905T190619Z
UID:10008530-1506708000-1506718800@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Four Corners Community Feast
DESCRIPTION:Four Corners Community Feast\nHello\, \nWe are sorry to announce that this year’s Four Corners Feast which was due to be held on Friday\, September 29th at Gibbs Farm is now cancelled.  \nAfter reviewing the number of pre-registered guests\, we’ve determined that we cannot successfully hold the event as planned. \nIf you’ve pre-registered\, a refund will be given to you by Ticketfly. \nWe greatly appreciated your support and apologize for any inconvenience. \nThanks again –\nGibbs Farm\, Dinner on the Farm\, and the U of MN Native Medicine Garden \n  \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/four-corners-community-feast/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Gibbs Events,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ramsey County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@rchs.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170928T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170928T203000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162352
CREATED:20170210T171416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170210T171416Z
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SUMMARY:History Revealed: House Museums
DESCRIPTION:Ramsey County Historical Society Presents\nKrista Finstad Hanson\, Minnesota’s Historic House Museums\nHistory Revealed Series\nSeptember 28\, 2017\nThursday\, 7 p.m.\nRamsey County Library – Roseville\nFree and open to all. \nJoin RCHS for a new series\, History Revealed\, featuring the best of local history authors talking about a wide range of topics drawn from the heritage and traditions of Ramsey County. \nJoin Krista Finstad Hanson for an illustrated talk tracing the history and variety of Minnesota’s historic house museums — from majestic landmarks like Duluth’s Glensheen Mansion and St. Paul’s James J. Hill House\, to smaller residences lovingly restored by local communities and historical societies like the Gibbs Farm in Falcon Heights. Ms. Finstad Hanson will illustrate her talk with exterior images of these 19th- and 20th-century architectural gems. Following the talk\, Hanson will answer questions and sign copies of her book\, Minnesota Open House which will be available for purchase. \n \nKrista Finstad Hanson is the author of two travel guides to museums in historic houses: Minnesota Open House and Wisconsin’s Historic Houses and Living History Museums. She has also written a children’s science textbook\, The Great Barrier Reef: A Natural Wonder. Her writings focus on architectural history\, travel\, and homes\, and since 1992 she has written for such a number of local and national publications. Krista has been deeply involved in local history research through her involvement with the Hamline Midway History Corps. She works part-time as a teacher\, part-time as a writer\, and full-time as a mom to two kids. \nHistory Revealed Program Series\nPlease note that topics and speakers may change. Check the website and our Facebook page for updates. Click on the dates for links to more information.\nPlease also note presentation location and times. \nFebruary 23\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – Brian McMahon\, The Ford Century in Minnesota\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nMarch 13\, 2017\, Monday\, 7:00 pm – Jeremy Nienow\, Archaeology at Lake Vadnais\nShoreview Library\, 4560 Victoria St N\, Shoreview\, MN 55126 \nMarch 16\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – Paul D. Nelson\, The Golden Couple\, William T. & Nellie Francis\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nApril 20\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – Stephen Osman\, Fort Snelling and the Civil War\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nMay 16\, 2017\, Tuesday\, 7:00 pm – Jeremy Nienow\, Archaeological Leads and Mysteries of Ramsey County\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nJune 15\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – Steve Trimble\, Ethel Stewart & Gibbs Farm: A Unique Adventure\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nJuly 27\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – David Page\, Aha Moments in Writing F. Scott Fitzgerald in Minnesota\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nAugust 24\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – Eileen McCormack\, James J. Hill & Family: Early Saint Paul\, Early Railroads\, Lasting Legacy\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nSeptember 21\, 2017\, Thursday\, Noon – John Anfinson\, Fountains of Life and Death: The Origins of the Twin Cities Water Supply\nLandmark Center Main Gallery\, 75 W Fifth St\, Saint Paul\, MN 55102 \nSeptember 28\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm– Krista Finstad Hanson\, Minnesota’s Historic House Museums\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nOctober 26\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – Paul D. Nelson\, Melvin Maas\, Saint Paul’s Flying Congressman\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nNovember 30\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – John Watson Milton\, For the Good of the Order: Nick Coleman\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113\n \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/history-revealed-house-museums/
LOCATION:Ramsey County Library – Roseville\, 2180 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Book Event,Community Events,Library Programs,Presentation,Research,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170901T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170901T160000
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CREATED:20170810T155254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170810T155254Z
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SUMMARY:Bench Building
DESCRIPTION:Bench Building Project for Gibbs Farm\n\nHelp us get ready for our fall field trip season!  \nWe need at least 10 more benches before hundreds of students come each week to learn about pioneer and Dakota life in the 1800s. \nThe project will be led by a staff member and includes building\, priming and if time allows\, painting the benches. We will have all materials\, supplies and instructions. We will be using drills\, so power tool experience is helpful\, but not necessary. This project is for ages 14+. \nWe will send a more detailed email on August 18th to those who RSVP! \nRSVP by August 18 to Clare at Gibbs Farm: 651-646-8629 or clare@rchs.com
URL:https://rchs.com/event/bench-building/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170824T190000
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SUMMARY:History Revealed: Hill Family
DESCRIPTION:Ramsey County Historical Society Presents\nEileen McCormack\, James J. Hill & Family: Early Saint Paul\, Early Railroads\, Lasting Legacy\nHistory Revealed Series\nAugust 24\, 2017\nThursday\, 7 p.m.\nRamsey County Library – Roseville\nFree and open to all. \nJoin RCHS for a new series\, History Revealed\, featuring the best of local history authors talking about a wide range of topics drawn from the heritage and traditions of Ramsey County. \nThe History Revealed August presentation will feature historian and author Eileen McCormack presenting an overview of James J. Hill and how he impacted early Saint Paul and became a national figure in business and transportation. The program will also look at his personal life and that of his wife Mary\, and how their son Louis carried on the Hill family legacy in Saint Paul. \nFrom her office in the historic Dacotah Building at Western & Selby\, Eileen McCormack offers researching\, writing\, and archival services. She is the former curator of the Hill Family Papers and has authored numerous articles and books\, including The Dutiful Son: Louis W. Hill\, with Biloine W. Young\, published by the Ramsey County Historical Society. Eileen will be available after the presentation for questions and for signing The Dutiful Son\, which will be available for purchase. \n \nHistory Revealed Program Series\nPlease note that topics and speakers may change. Check the website and our Facebook page for updates. Click on the dates for links to more information.\nPlease also note presentation location and times. \nFebruary 23\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – Brian McMahon\, The Ford Century in Minnesota\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nMarch 13\, 2017\, Monday\, 7:00 pm – Jeremy Nienow\, Archaeology at Lake Vadnais\nShoreview Library\, 4560 Victoria St N\, Shoreview\, MN 55126 \nMarch 16\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – Paul D. Nelson\, The Golden Couple\, William T. & Nellie Francis\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nApril 20\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – Stephen Osman\, Fort Snelling and the Civil War\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nMay 16\, 2017\, Tuesday\, 7:00 pm – Jeremy Nienow\, Archaeological Leads and Mysteries of Ramsey County\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nJune 15\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – Steve Trimble\, Ethel Stewart & Gibbs Farm: A Unique Adventure\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nJuly 27\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – David Page\, Aha Moments in Writing F. Scott Fitzgerald in Minnesota\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nAugust 24\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – Eileen McCormack\, James J. Hill & Family: Early Saint Paul\, Early Railroads\, Lasting Legacy\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nSeptember 21\, 2017\, Thursday\, Noon – John Anfinson\, Fountains of Life and Death: The Origins of the Twin Cities Water Supply\nLandmark Center Main Gallery\, 75 W Fifth St\, Saint Paul\, MN 55102 \nSeptember 28\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm– Krista Finstad Hanson\, Minnesota’s Historic House Museums\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nOctober 26\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – Paul D. Nelson\, Melvin Maas\, Saint Paul’s Flying Congressman\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113 \nNovember 30\, 2017\, Thursday\, 7:00 pm – John Watson Milton\, For the Good of the Order: Nick Coleman\nRoseville Library\, 2173 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN 55113
URL:https://rchs.com/event/history-revealed-hill-family/
LOCATION:Ramsey County Library – Roseville\, 2180 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Book Event,Community Events,Library Programs,Presentation,Publishing,Research,Special Events
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