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Shaping the Nation

Minnesota Stories at 250 with Doug Ohman
2026-09-17 14:00:00 2026-09-17 15:00:00 America/Chicago Shaping the Nation Join historian and storyteller Doug Ohman for an engaging presentation celebrating 250 years of American history. Crookston Public Library - River Room

Thursday, September 17
2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Join historian and storyteller Doug Ohman for an engaging presentation celebrating 250 years of American history.

Join historian and storyteller Doug Ohman for an engaging presentation celebrating 250 years of American history. This captivating program explores key national milestones while highlighting the notable events, figures, and contributions of Minnesotans who helped shape the nation’s story. Don't miss this opportunity to reflect on our shared heritage and local connections to history!

This program is offered free of charge thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Presentations | Legacy Events | Entertainment |

TAGS: | History | America250 |

Crookston Public Library
Phone: 218-281-4522
Branch manager
Chris Boike
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Fri, Aug 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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The Crookston Public Library is located at 110 N. Ash St. next to the old Carnegie Library. The Crookston Library offers study carrels, a private meeting room, and the beautiful River Room for your individual use or group meeting needs.

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