From:
Laura Waterman Wittstock
Date:
Jul 15 22:04 UTC
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July 22, 5-6 p.m. social hour (boxed dinners can be ordered for $15
by calling 612-630-6081); 6-7 p.m. first session; 7:20-8:20 p.m.
second session
Minneapolis Central Library, Pohlad Hall, 300 Nicollet Mall
Free
July 22
Session 1: 6-7 p.m.: Before Minneapolis: The Land, Native People
Learn about the pre-Minneapolis landscape and lives of the native
people, three contrasting views of archaeology and Dakota and Ojibwe
oral histories, perspectives on inter-tribal conflicts and Native-
Anglo conflicts, and the evolving lifestyles and relocations of
indigenous Minnesotans during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Scott Anfinson, Minnesota State Archaeologist
Joe Bendickson, Dakota language educator and author
Brenda Child, University of Minnesota, professor of American Studies
Moderator: Amy Ollendorf, environmental consultant specializing in
archeology and history, Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission
Session 2: 7:20 -8:20 p.m: American Indians 20th century relocation
to Minnesota cities
Discussion will include Native American urbanization of the last 50
years, resettlement programs, formation of the Indian community in
Minneapolis, assimilation, political movements and more.
Roger Buffalohead, University of Minnesota, former faculty member of
American Indian Studies
Clyde Bellecourt, founder and director of the American Indian Movement
Laura Waterman Wittstock, author, Native American writer
Laura Waterman Wittstock
President and CEO
Wittstock & Associates
913 19th Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
612-387-4915
www.laurawatermanwittstock.com