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A Taste of Scandinavia
Fargo, North Dakota Main Ave and Broadway N, Fargo, NDJoin us at NDSU’s A Taste of Scandinavia! Savor your favorite traditional dishes or experience something new at the Union Dining Center’s A Taste of Scandinavia. Wednesday, November 29 | 11 am – 3 pm Union Dining Center – NDSU Memorial Union | 1401 Administration Ave, Fargo $12/person (Pay at the door – Tickets are not being sold before the event) Students, faculty, staff, and visitors are welcome. Traditional clothing/dress is encouraged. Menu Main Entrees Torsk w/ butter, lemon and […]
The Book as Art and Culture – Presented by Anna Arnar, Ph.D Art History professor at MSUM
Moorhead Public Library 118 5th St S, Moorhead, MN, United StatesWe all love books, but do we always recognize the enduring power of the book as a cultural symbol? Join author Ann Arnar, Ph.D. (“The Book as Instrument: Stéphane Mallarmé and the Transformation of Print Culture”) for a presentation based on works showcased during multiple art exhibits, which feature artworks addressing broad themes such as the sociability of books, the collective memory of libraries and more from artists from different parts of the globe. The author will highlight artists who […]
Lecture: Dr. Emily Selove, “The Donkey King: Asinine Symbology in Magic and Art”
The Rourke Art Gallery + Museum,521 Main Ave, Moorhead, MN 56560, USA 2001 SE Main Ave, United StatesJoin us for the third annual Lecture on the History of Art & Design in Honor of Barbara Crawford Glasrud. Program 6:00 p.m. - Doors Open 6:30 p.m. - The Donkey King: Asinine Symbology in Magic and Art, Dr. Emily Selove 7:30 p.m. - Reception (light refreshment provided) Emily Selove (PhD 2012, UCLA) is an associate professor in Medieval Arabic Language and Literature at the University of Exeter. She is also the convener of the University of Exeter’s Centre for […]
Lecture: Dr. Emily Selove, “The Donkey King: Asinine Symbology in Magic and Art”
The Rourke Art Gallery Museum 521 Main Ave, Moorhead, MN, United StatesJoin us for the third annual Lecture on the History of Art & Design in Honor of Barbara Crawford Glasrud. Program 6:00 p.m. – Doors Open 6:30 p.m. – The Donkey King: Asinine Symbology in Magic and Art, Dr. Emily Selove 7:30 p.m. – Reception (light refreshments provided) Emily Selove (PhD 2012, UCLA) is a Medieval Arabic Language and Literature associate professor at the University of Exeter. She also convenes the University of Exeter’s Centre for Magic and Esotericism. Her […]
The Holocaust Letters – Stories From The Imprisoned
Moorhead Public Library 118 5th St S, Moorhead, MN, United StatesIn observance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, join us for a special presentation on Holocaust letters from Jewish concentration camps by Adam Goldwyn, Ph.D. Professor of English at NDSU. Join the Moorhead Public Library for “The Holocaust After The Diary of Anne Frank: Narratives from the Transit Camps to the Crematoria,” a presentation by Adam Goldwyn, Ph.D. letters written during the Holocaust. The Diary of Anne Frank was written when she was hiding from the Nazis in Amsterdam. However, her […]
Model Railroad Day: Explore an exhibit of model trains with local historians!
Moorhead Public Library 118 5th St S, Moorhead, MN, United StatesWe are calling all model railroad, transportation, and history enthusiasts! Come by the library from 10-4 on Saturday, February 3rd, to enjoy a model train exhibit by the National Railroad Historical Society. Join the Moorhead Public Library and the Red River Valley Chapter of the National Railroad Historical Society to view their collections of model trains and learn about model railroads, railway history, and more! This event is offered free of charge and is open to the public.
Veterans Story Preservation Day
Fargo Air Museum 1609 19th Ave N, Fargo, ND, United StatesPreservation is one of the key elements of the Fargo Air Museum's mission. We're passionate about keeping artifacts, aircraft, and most importantly, veteran accounts of history intact and available for generations to come. Veterans Story Preservation Day is an opportunity for local veterans to share a memory from their service to be saved in our collections. If you're willing to share with us a part of your service, we're here to listen. Interviews in increments of 30 minutes can be […]
History Night: Conversation with a WWII Combat Veteran
Fargo Air Museum 1609 19th Ave N, Fargo, ND, United StatesThe Fargo Air Museum's first History Night of the year features a World War II veteran, 1st Lt. Rolf Slen. At 98 years young, Rolf is a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Force. He served as a navigator onboard B-24 Liberators during the war, flying 40 combat missions against the Japanese. Rolf has some truly incredible stories to tell and will be available for questions after the event.
History of the Stockwood Fill Railroad Construction: Join Mark Peihl to learn about local railroad history
Moorhead Public Library 118 5th St S, Moorhead, MN, United StatesExplore local railroad history with a presentation on the Stockwood Fill by historian Mark Peihl. Have you ever wondered why the railroad is up in the air between Glyndon and Hawley? Explore the building of the Stockwood Fill and the bitter lessons learned by the Northern Pacific during construction. This free presentation will feature Mark Peihl from the Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County. As the ancient glacial Lake Agassiz drained away thousands of years ago, a rich prairie […]
College Tour with the Curator
The Rourke Art Gallery Museum 521 Main Ave, Moorhead, MN, United StatesWe invite area college students to join us for a private museum tour with the Executive Director and Curator, Jonathan Rutter. Jonathan will share his insights on the current gallery exhibitions and permanent collection on view, including shows of John Scott Postovit, James Tiernan O’Rourke, Pop Art, and Duane K. Mickelson. Free for student members of The Rourke, $5 admission with student ID.
Women’s Suffrage Movement Historian Presentation
Moorhead Public Library 118 5th St S, Moorhead, MN, United StatesIn honor of Women’s History Month, join your library for a free presentation highlighting the local women from Minnesota and the Moorhead area who led the fight for the Women’s Suffrage movement. The program will feature Markus Krueger, a historian from the Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County. Admission is offered free of charge, thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.
Curiosities in the Collections
Fargo Air Museum 1609 19th Ave N, Fargo, ND, United StatesLean into your curiosity as you join Fargo Air Museum's Collections Manager, Max, for an in-depth tour of the Museum and discussion of artifacts not typically on display. Take in the details of history, ask questions, and learn something new!
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