Using History as an Agent of Change

Hennepin History Museum has developed three areas of focus for our programs and exhibitions:

1) Confronting Our Past. First with Owning Up: Racism and Housing in Minneapolis and now with A Public History of 35W, we continue to explore the difficult chapters of the region’s history through new research and collaborative programming.
2) Made in Hennepin. The people, places, and things of Hennepin County—from corporate innovators, cultural influencers, and technological inventors—are introduced to lifelong residents and newcomers alike to show how this place has influenced the country and the world.
3) History Up Close. Whether through engaging walking tours, engrossing magazine articles, or the creation of seed art, we tailor our menu of offerings to meet all learning styles.