Minnesota History Day and Programming at the State Fair
Partner Organization: Minnesota State Fair Foundation.
Each year, more than 1.75 million people attend the Minnesota State Fair. In 2010, many of these fairgoers gained better knowledge of Minnesota history thanks to the debut of "Minnesota History Day" on September 5 and a highly visible History Walking Tour of the fairgrounds, with new signage and brochures. Historical information and educational programs were held in Carousel Park, directly across from the Grandstand. More than 40,000 people attended Carousel Park programs and more than 15,000 took part in the historic Walking Tour. In 2011, the Society plans to add a cell phone component to the Walking Tour.
(d) History Partnerships. $1,250,000 in 2010 and $2,750,000 in 2011 are for partnerships between and with the Minnesota Historical Society and partnering organizations to enhance access to Minnesota's history and cultural heritage in all regions of the state.