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Join 106 Group at the Minnesota Transportation Conference 2025! We’re excited to present "Interpreting Community and Cultural Heritage on Transportation Corridors" at the St. Paul RiverCentre on March 20 at 11 AM. Transportation corridors are more than just roads—they connect people, history, and culture. This session will explore the power of inclusive storytelling in land management and preservation, offering insights on how to effectively share community stories and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including Indigenous partners. Join us to learn how meaningful interpretation can enhance transportation projects and create lasting connections. See you there! https://lnkd.in/gyQj_B2e #MinnesotaTransportationConference #CommunityHeritage #Storytelling #InclusivePlanning #106Group

Women have played a vital role in shaping the United States, yet their contributions are often overlooked in mainstream history. The National Trust for Historic Preservation is dedicated to changing that through the Where Women Made History program. By documenting and sharing the stories of remarkable women and the places where they lived and worked, the program highlights their lasting impact. Here are nine incredible women whose achievements deserve to be recognized and celebrated. https://lnkd.in/gtdBrUNU #Preservation #HistoricPlaces #WomenHistoryMonth #CulturalHeritage #HiddenHistories

?? Say hi to Alyssa Rupp! She’s one of our award-winning graphic designers. If you’ve ever stopped to read a wayside sign on your favorite trail, used an orientation kiosk to get your bearings, or explored an interactive exhibit filled with eye-catching visuals—chances are, someone like Alyssa was behind it. She plays a key role in shaping the visual storytelling of our interpretive projects across the U.S. We sat down with Alyssa to talk about what goes into interpretive design—how color, typography, imagery, and layout come together to create engaging and meaningful experiences for visitors. Check out our latest blog post to learn more! https://lnkd.in/gZRwEWpU #InterpretiveDesign #GraphicDesign #Storytelling #VisitorExperience #MeetTheTeam

This #WomensHistoryMonth, we are taking a closer look at the favorite objects from members of our staff. Today, we are spotlighting Dr. Michelle Commander, Deputy Director, whose favorite object is a Cabin from Point of Pines Plantation in Charleston County, South Carolina: https://s.si.edu/4iju99j. “I selected the Point of Pines Plantation Slave Cabin in part because I am a descendant of enslaved people from South Carolina, where I grew up in the shadows of the very plantations on which my maternal forebears labored. As a scholar of slavery and its global afterlives, I find the history of the families that lived in this cabin breathtaking, as it quite literally demonstrates how close we are temporally and otherwise to that brutal era. The cabin's presence in the museum—and the fuller story imparted throughout the exhibitions in this space— offer lessons for our times, reinforcing the humanity and sheer strength of African Americans, particularly their collective insistence on survival and the creation of freer futures.” #SmithsonianWHM

March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize and honor the extraordinary achievements of women throughout history. From leaders and activists to artists, educators, and innovators, women have played a vital role in shaping society. Join the Minnesota Historical Society in celebrating the legacy and contributions of women in Minnesota and beyond. Explore engaging exhibits, programs, and books that highlight the resilience, creativity, and impact of women across different fields. https://lnkd.in/g5A2Bhiw #WomensHistoryMonth #MNHS #CelebrateWomen #InspiringWomen #MuseumExhibits

Frederick McKinley Jones revolutionized the world—but how many Minnesotans know his name? A self-taught engineer and inventor, Jones transformed refrigeration technology, making it possible to safely transport perishable goods across the country. His innovations not only reshaped the food industry, but also played a critical role in medical supply preservation during World War II. Despite holding over 60 patents and being the first Black American inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame, his legacy remains largely unsung in Minnesota. Read more about his incredible impact: https://lnkd.in/g_BmzqZr #BlackHistory #Inventors #TechHistory #MinnesotaHistory #Engineering

Congratulations to this incredible project team for receiving a 2025 Engineering Excellence Award from ACEC/MN! ?? We're honored to be part of one of the largest Minneapolis Public Works projects in recent history. ????? #EngineeringExcellence #ACECMN #PublicWorks #Teamwork Partners: CNA Consulting Engineers, Hatch, Sambatek, Zan Associates, American Engineering Testing, Inc. (AET), 106 Group

?? Last day to vote! ?? Support the City of Minneapolis Central City Tunnel Project for the 2025 ACEC/MN People's Choice Award before 5:30 PM! Sambatek was key in shaping this critical infrastructure project, leading CADD work, traffic control plans, site restoration, and more. This stormwater solution keeps Minneapolis flowing! ?? Tap the link to vote! https://lnkd.in/gmKVBVMc Partners: CNA Consulting Engineers, Hatch, 106 Group Zan Associates, American Engineering Testing, Inc. (AET) #ACECMN #ProjectAward #PeoplesChoice #Sambatek #EngineeringExcellence

In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth we're spotlighting Gordon Parks and his profound connection to Rondo! At age sixteen, following his mother's passing, Parks moved from Kansas to Rondo to live with his sister. In his memoir, "A Choice of Weapons," Parks reflects on his experiences in Rondo, providing insight into the African American experience in Minnesota during the late 1920s. These early experiences in Rondo deeply influenced his perspective and artistic vision. In the late 1930s, Parks began his photography career in the Twin Cities, working as a staff photographer for local Black-owned newspapers and holding his first solo exhibition at the Hallie Q. Brown Community Center. Later on Parks' went on to work as a Photographer for Time Magazine. His work often reflected the struggles and resilience he witnessed in Rondo, shedding light on issues of poverty and racism. His legacy serves as a testament to the strength and spirit of the Rondo community. #RondoHistory #MNhistory #GordonParks

Join OMG Studios for the St. Paul screening of “Juneteenth Reckoning with Slavery: MN African American History” on February 22, 1:00–2:30 PM CST as part of the Art, Music & Literature Exhibition 2025. Co-produced by OMG Studios and the Minnesota Humanities Center, this 40-minute documentary explores slavery’s impact on Minnesota and the journey to reconciliation, featuring sites from Ghana to the quarters of Harriet and Dred Scott. A Q&A session will follow. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gCmj5api #BlackHistoryMonth #ArtMusicLiterature #HistoryThroughFilm