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Historic Profile of Minnesota |
This is a general overview of Minnesota from the times when it was the sole property of various Indian tribes up to events of the 19th century. Information on early explorers, the first state capitol, the Hinckley fire, start of ore shipments, and the historic use of the Mississippi River are covered.
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Fur Trade on the Great Lakes |
-------CLICK TITLE FOR MORE-------Those who sought furs to meet European demand were the first wave of expansion in The Great Lakes. The impact of the fur trade industry is still felt today. This video is an overview of the people, places, and animals involved in this defining era in the Great Lakes region | DVD | 17 minutes | Grade 4-12 |
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The Voyageurs - Men of The Fur Trade |
The full story of the fur trade transporters and the important contribution they made to Midwest history. [CLICK TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION]
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Peak of the Fur Trade - Grand Portage |
This is a reenactment of the days when fur traders gathered in a village in the far northeastern corner of Minnesota. Life inside the stockade is demonstrated, including cooking, making fires, paddle carving and dancing. | DVD | 19 minutes | Grade 4-12 |
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Life at Minnesota's Fur Posts |
The full era of fur trading in Minnesota is captured. Two reconstructed fur posts were filmed to help tell the story. The life of a fur trader is described. | DVD | 24 minutes with quiz | Grade 4-12 |
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Minnesota Fire Storm 1918 |
The tragic story of the Cloquet-Moose Lake fire is recounted through interviews with dozens of survivors. Historic photos and an artist's illustrations of many dramatic scenes bring the history of this event to life. | DVD | 29 minutes | Grade 4-12 |
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Hinckley, Minnesota on Fire |
The story of the Hinkley fire is recreated with the aid of dramatic footage of real-life fires. The narrative follows the sequence of events that lead up to the start of the tragic fire. An eyewitness account is given by one of the last survivor. | DVD | 19 minutes | Grade 4-12 |
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Civil War History in Minnesota |
This is a fascinating look at Minnesota's involvement in the war and what life was like for the civil war soldier in Minnesota. An actor simulates a soldier to show his uniform, equipment and personal gear. | DVD | 24 minutes with quiz | Grade 4-12 |
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Minnesota Capitol Tour |
The complete story of this magnificent building is told, starting with the history of its completion. Many interesting behind-the-scenes details of the building are shown. | DVD | 28 minutes with quiz | Grade 4-12 |
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When Copper Was King |
Jack Foster, recognized authority on history of the Keweenaw, unfolds a spellbinding account of the copper era. The 86-year-old grandson of an immigrant Cornish woman is shown telling the story of copper diggings from the 1840's to the close of the era. | DVD | 23 minutes | Grade 4-12 |
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Iron History in Minnesota |
The discovery and early years of mining are featured. The role of noted iron pioneers such as Tower and Adams is also noted. The early methods of Iron mining are discussed. | DVD | 18 minutes | Grade 4-12 |
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Minnesota's Aviation History |
This is an historic look at the start of both commercial and private aviation. It covers the first half-century of flying in Minnesota. Dramatic flying scenes and discussion of the many types of aircraft provide a chronology of the major events that lead up to aviation, as we know it today.
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Automobiles Come to Minnesota |
Through the use of fascinating archival film, the unique features of these old cars are shown. Students will see how much different it was to drive these early vehicles on bumpy roads, with few signs or gas stations, and many flat tires.
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Pre-historic Dugout Builders |
Archaeologist Gordon Peters sheds light on the lives of early canoe builders. Using the techniques applied by indigenous people, at the same location, an U.S. Forest Service archaeologist talks about how he built one of these primitive dugout canoes.
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Minnesota's First People |
This video reveals many of the clues to our past and shows scientific research at several ancient living sites. Four of the major cultures dating from about 6000 BC to 1700 AD are covered. Technical language is minimized.
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Minnesota's Ancient Life |
With commentary by Dr. Bruce Erickson of the Minnesota Science Museum, the major life forms of pre-historic times are shown and/or illustrated. Plant life and early mammals are discussed.
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Chief Buffalo - Man of Peace |
A Man of Peace;The life of this famous Chief is told, in part, by his great-great grand-daughter. The saga is detailed of how the Chief changed the course of history by going to Washington to plead with President Fillmore for the rights of his people.
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Little Crow's Story |
Little Crow became a sioux chief and struggled to understand the early pioneers language and culture to better lead his people. The story of his life comes to life in this production.
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Sioux Uprising in Minnesota |
This video offers a vivid description of the events and people involved in the Indian massacre and the war that was the turning point in red and white relations. Producer Lucy Cook gives a balanced account of both Indian and settler grievances.
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Great Lakes Viking Mystery |
While the principal focus is on the famed (though not widely accepted as genuine) Kensington Runestone of Minnesota, the discovery of other "evidence" of the Norsemen here before Columbus is included in this video.
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Great Lakes French Explorers |
French explorers, who first reached what is now Minnesota, are the focus of this video. Emphasis is on Duluth, Father Hennepin, and De La Salle. Artist sketches help to recreate key incidents.
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The Travels of Governor Cass |
The Governor of the huge Michigan Territory was probably the fairest, most humane government official of his day in dealing with the Great Lakes Native Americans. The recorded account of his long, difficult trip to the far reaches of his "domain" is shown.
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Mississippi Seeking the Source |
This video looks at the journey of Henry Schoolcraft through Lake Superior into what was then Michigan Territory. Other explorers who tried to locate the true source are also included. Artist's conceptions and video at crucial points help to tell the story.
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Minnesota Pioneers |
Replications of pioneer life show people at work and play. How the pioneers laid the foundation for present day life in Minnesota is described. The grueling workday for both men and women is detailed.
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Minnesota's Homesteads |
The opening of Minnesota to homesteaders is traced from pre-statehood times to the 1930's. Examples of resourcefulness and self-reliance are illustrated. Much of the video was filmed at a preserved homestead with actors in period costumes.
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Minnesota's Pioneer Farmer |
People dressed in period costume and photos from county historical society files help to tell the story. Farmers are shown doing daily chores such as caring for livestock, plowing, making hay, and threshing with a horse-powered machine.
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Minnesota's Pioneer Farmwife |
The grueling workday of the farmwife is featured, with the aid of women in period costumes on restored farms. Scrubbing laundry on a washboard, working in the garden, spinning flax and wool, churning butter, cooking large meals on a stove, and various other chores are shown.
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Minnesota's Frontier Schools |
The first schools in the early 1900's are shown. As retired teachers tell what life was like in the old one-room schoolhouses, students will see how different the old days were.
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The Grange & Oliver Kelly |
Videotaped mostly on the restored 1875 Kelley farm at Elk River, Minnesota, this is the story of the man who founded the organization that united farmers and their families in 20,000 chapters across America.
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Life in the 30's - Summertime |
Fascinating archival film footage provides an entertaining look at what people did for fun when money was scarce. The old swimming hole, fishing in a pond, running a lemonade stand, picking berries, and soapbox carts are among the interesting scenes.
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Life in the 30's - Winter |
Life in the depression years during the colder months is shown through entertaining archival film. Many activities are shown, including a one-boy-one-dog sled race, a wild ride on a sled tethered to a wind driven iceboat, daring and dangerous bobsled rides and vintage ski jumping.
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Charles Lindberg Family |
While the emphasis of this video is on the life of the famous flyer of Little Falls and his early life in Minnesota, this program also traces the origin of his family in the state.
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The Communist Movement |
This is the story of the communist movement during the depression years in the upper midwest. It follows the story of Illimy (lastname) who grew up in a minnesota homestead farm and eventually moved with her family to Russia following dreams of a better life.
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Civilian Conservation Corps MN |
Men who actually served in the Civilian Conservation Corps in Minnesota are featured. Each relates fascinating stories of why they joined the CCC, what the daily routine was like, and the kinds of work they did.
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Minnesota Depression Years |
A glimpse of the state's most difficult financial times is vividly portrayed by senior citizens that experienced the hardships of the 1930's. This video brings history to life through stories of determination and faith.
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Minnesota Memories |
Four senior citizens that experienced fascinating segments of Minnesota life tell their stories. A survivor of the 1918 fire, a Great Lakes Ship captain, a Norwegian immigrant who worked in our logging camps, and a superintendent of logging camps all talk about what life was like in the early days of Minnesota.
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Life in the Lumber Camps |
Four retired lumberjacks give first person accounts of life in the woods. They describe what the dawn-to-dusk routine was like including the food, bunkhouses, log drives, and other fascinating elements of lumbering life.
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Minnesota's Lumberjacks |
This is a realistic view of the true living and working conditions of the "jacks" in Minnesota forests. Men who worked in the woods provide factual accounts. They recall both the pleasures and the challenges.
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Minnesota Logging |
Early logging is chronicled from activities in St. Croix on through the end of the era when handsaws, axes, and horses were used. Archival film and old photos are used.
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Minnesota's Timber |
Tree-harvesting techniques that pose a threat to the natural balance of our forests are covered. These include clear cutting, pollution from oil spilled, trash left behind after logging, and single species re-planting. Maps show the locations of hardwoods and softwoods in Minnesota.
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