Lake Superior Zoo History Project

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2011 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$11,645
Project of
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient
Lake Superior Zoo
Recipient Type
Non-Profit Business/Entity
Status
Completed
Start Date
June 2010
End Date
December 2011
Activity Type
Research
Counties Affected
St. Louis
St. Louis
Project Overview

The zoo conducted research and documentation of its history in order to lay the groundwork for a zoo history exhibit. The zoo will also finalize archival preservation and documentation of all historical photos, data and artifacts for use in a zoo history exhibit. Contractors will also document 10 to 15 people with a significant history with the zoo and will record and edit interviews.

2011 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$11,645
Measurable Outcome(s)

Articles in local media, photographs and artifacts from community members have been catalogued, copied and cross-referenced for preservation and future use. They are stored in binders and electronic format. Complete recording and editing of interviews with 10 to 15 people with significant history with the zoo.

Measurable Outcome(s)

Articles in local media, photographs and artifacts from community members have been catalogued, copied and cross-referenced for preservation and future use. They are stored in binders and electronic format. Complete recording and editing of interviews with 10 to 15 people with significant history with the zoo.

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Location

200 Administration Building
50 Sherburne Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55155

Phone
651-201-2555