Historical Experiences: WWI

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2017 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$7,421
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
May 2017
End Date
May 2017
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Beltrami
Cass
Crow Wing
Hubbard
Wadena
Beltrami
Cass
Crow Wing
Hubbard
Wadena
Project Overview

Arn Kind put on an engaging program about WWI and Minnesota's involvement in the First World War. Arn presented as a WWI soldier and dressed the part. He presented an informative slideshow and brought artifacts for attendees to view adding an additional dimension to the program.

Project Details

465 participated

Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2015 Chapter 2--S.F. No. 1, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 5
2017 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$7,421
Other Funds Leveraged
$200
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

A paper survey was available for attendees at all events to fill out to determine if the event was enjoyable and educational.

Measurable Outcome(s)

100% of survey responses indicated attendees gained further knowledge about Minnesota's role in WWI from attending. Over 95% of attendees either agreed or strongly agreed with the statement that they had an enjoyable experience at Arn Kind's program.

Source of Additional Funds

KRL $200

Project Manager
First Name
Marian
Last Name
Ridge
Organization Name
Kitchigami Regional Library
Street Address
310 2nd Street North, P.O. Box 84
City
Pine River
State
MN
Zip Code
56474-0084
Phone
218-587-2171
Email
ridgem@krls.org
Administered By
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Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200