The Story of the White Bear Armory & WB’s Commitment to Service

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2015 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$600
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
November 2015
End Date
November 2015
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Ramsey
Ramsey
Project Overview
1. Join us to hear the story of the White Bear Armory building that has served our area in a variety of ways since it opened in 1922. 2. From the Civil War to the current day, our area has had a tradition of providing and supporting military service personnel. Join us to learn about our many veterans and their contributions and sacrifices throughout the decades.
Project Details
27 participated
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2013 Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 4
2015 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$600
Other Funds Leveraged
$0
Direct expenses
$600
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

Increased recognition of the rich historical traditions of Minnesota. Heightened visibility for the library as a cultural center.

Measurable Outcome(s)

1. Patrons were engaged hearing the story of the White Bear Armory building that has served our area in a variety of ways since it opened in 1922. (22 people)
2. From the Civil War to the current day, our area has had a tradition of providing and supporting military service personnel. Patrons learned about our many veterans and their contributions and sacrifices throughout the decades. (5 people)

Source of Additional Funds

WBAHS

Project Manager
First Name
Ken
Last Name
Behringer
Organization Name
MELSA
Street Address
1619 Dayton Avenue, Suite 314
City
Saint Paul
State
MN
Zip Code
55104
Phone
651-645-5731
Email
ken@melsa.org
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200