Tornado Terror in Minnesota
Project Details by Fiscal Year
Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$300
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
April 2014
End Date
April 2014
Counties Affected
Ramsey
Project Overview
May 6, 1965, was the date of one of the worst outbreaks of tornado violence in Minnesota history. Six strong twisters raked the Twin Cities that evening, killing 13 people and causing millions of dollars in damage. Join author Allen Taylor as he remembers what has been called “The Longest Night.”
Project Details
75 attendees
Competitive Grant Making Body
Project Details: Fiscal Year
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2013 Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 4
Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$300
Other Funds Leveraged
$0
Direct expenses
$300
Number of full time equivalents funded
n/a
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)
Increased recognition of the rich historical tradtions of Minnesota. Heightened visibility for the library as a cultural center.
Measurable Outcome(s)
May 6, 1965, was the date of one of the worst outbreaks of tornado violence in Minnesota history. Six strong twisters raked the Twin Cities that evening, killing 13 people and causing millions of dollars in damage. Patrons joined author Allen Taylor as he remembered what has been called “The Longest Night.”
Source of Additional Funds
New Brighton Area Historical Society
Project Manager
First Name
Chris
Last Name
Olson
Organization Name
MELSA
Street Address
1619 Dayton Avenue, Suite 314
City
Saint Paul
State
MN
Zip Code
55104
Phone
651-645-5731
Email
chris@melsa.org
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