MN90: Minnesota History in 90 Seconds

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Daily dose of Minnesota history - MN90: Minnesota History in 90 Seconds" is a history program airing on Ampers stations in Minnesota. It is a co-production of Ampers and the Minnesota Historical Society. Made possible by funding from the Minnesota Art's and Cultural Heritage fund.

1D AGO

Sleepy Eye vs. MTV

Madonna and Nirvana were just two of the many fan-favorite acts shown on MTV during the 80s and 90s. But one small town in Minnesota was not entertained. Image by: Autumn Haeg

2 min
2D AGO

Melvin Calvin and the Life Cycle of Plants

Many high school students learn about photosynthesis in their biology classes. However, some may not know about one Minnesotan who was crucial to discovering plant life cycles. [Image credit: Autumn Haeg]

2 min
3D AGO

The Great Mill Disaster

Minneapolis faced one of its most tragic events in 1878 after a cloud of flour dust got mixed up in a fiery situation. Image: Photograph altered by an artist to illustrate the Washburn A Mill explosion, 1878. [Credit: Minnesota Historical Society]

2 min
4D AGO

Frances Densmore

What if the songs of a culture could disappear forever? Frances Densmore of Red Wing, Minnesota wanted to ensure they didn’t. A pioneer in ethnology, Frances Densmore helped preserve Indigenous stories and songs across the state. Image: Portrait of Frances Densmore, 1928. [credit: Minnesota Historical Society]

2 min
5D AGO

Self-Inflating Life Preservers

After fears of drowning were rising among his customers, Peter Markus knew it was up to him to invent a new way of staying afloat should a boat capsize.

2 min
MAR 27

The Haunted Mansion of Forepaugh

A popular restaurant in St. Paul has a hauntingly delicious history of romance, scandal, and death.[Image by: Autumn Haeg]

2 min
MAR 26

Duane Hanson

Minnesota artist Duane Hanson captivated the country with his hyper-realistic sculptures depicting everyday people and events. Produced by Autumn Haeg Editorial support: Emily Krumberger, Britt Aamodt Mixing & mastering: Chris HarwoodPhoto: Portrait of Duane Hanson, Minneapolis, 1986 (American Swedish Institute, collection.mndigital.org/catalog/swede:169) ----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media: www.facebook.com/MN90Ampers. Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS: www.ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned. This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: www.ampers.org/fund.

2 min
MAR 25

Trumpeter Swans Make a Comeback

Swans used to be a popular game of choice for Minnesota hunters. But by the 1900’s, the entire population of trumpeter swans was gone. Produced by Autumn Haeg Editorial support: Emily Krumberger Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood Image: Loring Park swans in Minneapolis Park Board's winter house in Theodore Wirth Park, 1948 (Philip Dittes). Courtesy of Minnesota Historical Society ----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media: www.facebook.com/MN90Ampers. Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS: www.ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned. This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: www.ampers.org/fund.

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Daily dose of Minnesota history - MN90: Minnesota History in 90 Seconds" is a history program airing on Ampers stations in Minnesota. It is a co-production of Ampers and the Minnesota Historical Society. Made possible by funding from the Minnesota Art's and Cultural Heritage fund.