Special Events
Arts, History, and Cultural Programs in Viking Library System
All library Legacy programs are free and open to the public. For more information, contact the sponsoring library or organization.
Photographer Doug Ohman
Photographer, historian, and storyteller Doug Ohman tours the region to share his enthusiasm for history with a Minnesota focus. During his 30-year photography and speaking career, Ohman has published nine books and was host of the popular "Landmarks" video series on Pioneer PBS.
Monday, October 19
11:00 am - 12:00 noon: Douglas County Library in Alexandria
America 250: Doug shares stories and photos of men and women who were visionaries for the nation and state for the past 250 years.
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm: Pelican Rapids Public Library
America 250: Doug shares stories and photos of men and women who were visionaries for the nation and state for the past 250 years.
Tuesday, October 20
10:30-11:30 am: Minnewaska Lutheran Home | 605 N Main Street, Starbuck | (320) 239-2217
State Parks in Minnesota: Doug explores the history and beauty of Minnesota’s remarkable state parks, featured in his book Prairie, Lake, Forest: Minnesota’s State Parks, a Minnesota Book Award finalist.
2:00-3:00 pm: Hancock Community Library
America 250: Doug shares stories and photos of men and women who were visionaries for the nation and state for the past 250 years.
6:00-7:00 pm: Morris Public Library
America 250: Doug shares stories and photos of men and women who were visionaries for the nation and state for the past 250 years.
Wednesday, October 21
3:00-4:00 pm: Glenwood Public Library
America 250: Doug shares stories and photos of men and women who were visionaries for the nation and state for the past 250 years.
6:30-7:30 pm: Henning Landmark Center | 415 Douglas Avenue, Henning | (218) 548-5760
America 250: Doug shares stories and photos of men and women who were visionaries for the nation and state for the past 250 years.
Musical Trio Caleigh
"They Brought Their Songs: International Folk Music in Minnesota"
Playing several instruments, Caleigh musicians Dee Furfaro, April Larson , and Lenore Siems weave together Minnesota history and stories woven together with musical genres highlighting the state’s diverse musical landscape.
Tuesday, October 27
1:30-2:30 pm: Thorson Memorial Library in Elbow Lake
6:30-7:30 pm: Fergus Falls Public Library
Wednesday, October 28
2:00-3:00 pm: Douglas County Library in Alexandria
6:30-7:30 pm: Perham Area Public Library
Thursday, October 29
6:30-7:30 pm: New York Mills Public Library
Friday, October 30
6:30-7:30 pm: Vining Community Center | 211 Soule Avenue, Vining | (218) 739-5286
Co-sponsored by the Leif Erikson Lodge, Sons of Norway and the Henning Landmark Center
These programs are sponsored by Viking Library System, local libraries, and community partners, funded in part or in whole with monies from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
