Minnesota Historia Season 2 PREMIERE: May 3, 2023 DESCRIPTION
Minnesota’s Tourist Traps | Episode #2 Travelers in Minnesota who want to experience the golden age of the tourist trap are a few decades late, but a handful of these kitschy roadside attractions still remain. Join us as we hit the open road in search of adventure, cheap souvenirs and a room full of chainsaws. Mr. Magoo the Mongoose and Other Animals in Wrong Places | Episode # 3 In 1962, a mongoose at the Duluth Zoo was sentenced to death by the federal government, but he’s not the only animal in Minnesota who finds himself at the wrong place at the wrong time. The Magic of Smelting | Episode #4 Explore Minnesota’s love affair with smelt, the shimmering silver fish that’s easy to catch and fun to eat. Now that Lake Superior’s smelt population is in decline, an annual parade in downtown Duluth keeps that love alive. Boomtown! | Episode #5 The history of Minnesota’s Iron Range is full of boomtowns. That word usually refers to any town that grows rapidly due to economic prosperity. But in the case of Eveleth, “boomtown” took on a more literal definition. Twice. The Ope Files | Episode #6 The story of a UFO that ran into a deputy sheriff’s car in Marshall County may have inspired The X-Files . But since this is Minnesota, we’re calling it the “Ope, I’m Just Gonna Scooch Right Past Ya Here” Files.
Minnesota Historia is your guide to all things quirky in Minnesota’s past. This documentary series is hosted by Hailey Eidenschinck, a historian who loves telling stories that show how strange and interesting northern Minnesota can be. It’s a fun, fast-paced history lesson on some of the lesser- known events that shaped Minnesota into what it has become today. IMPACT “I love this series! Nerding out on Minnesota, who could ask for more?” – Faithful Viewer Minnesota Historia ’s intention was to expose unique elements of our region’s history, allowing viewers to see what makes this region special and to share what they have learned with others. And one local teacher did just that: “I am a big fan of Minnesota Historia . I have even used some of the episodes in my college courses. They do a great job of highlighting unique stories in an upbeat and engaging way. Now my students are just as hooked as I am!”
“VERY well done. This is a great example of hyperlocal content.” – YouTube Viewer
DISTRIBUTION & REACH
Platform
Reach (July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023)
1 episode available | 1 hour available | 439 streams
Streaming apps
1 video posted | 1 hour available | 165 engagements
PBSNorth.org
9 videos posted | 9 hours available | 10,123 video views
YouTube
One of Minnesota’s roadside attractions: a giant northern pike
Host Hailey Eidenschink
16 posts | 11,513 video views | 1,797 engagements
Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra PREMIERE: November 27, 2022 DESCRIPTION
14 posts | 2,427 video views | 256 engagements
EVENTS & ENGAGEMENT The End of the Road Film Festival in Ely, MN reached out to us to do a screening of the Root Beer Lady episode from the first season of Minnesota Historia because they enjoyed seeing one of their own featured on the big screen. There were about 200 people in attendance, and one attendee had this to say: “All six of these have been fantastic!!! PLEASE bring us a Season 2 in the future!” With this Legacy funding we were able to do so.
The Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra presented works by composers Ralph Vaughan Williams and Michael Tippett. Tippett’s stunning arrangement, “A Child of Our Time,” was written for chorus, orchestra, and vocal soloists, and the Duluth symphony stage was filled with musicians. PBS North recorded the live concert and edited it to length to air three weeks later. IMPACT The intention of broadcasting the DSSO concerts is to give our community access to the arts. Music is one powerful element that connects everyone in the community. The partnership with the DSSO exposes different genres, composers, and themes that only a full symphony can provide. And for some, it may open their ears and eyes to something they’ve never experienced. It brings culture, history, and fun into people’s lives through music.
EPISODES
The Legend of John Beargrease | Episode #1 One of the fastest, coolest, most beloved mail carriers who ever lived was Minnesota’s own John Beargrease. Hear the story of how he delivered mail in northeastern Minnesota before there were roads, and learn why there’s a sled dog marathon named after him.
“My mother is unable come to the concert in person, so putting this on TV is a way she can be there, as she loves the symphony. Thank you.” – Viewer
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