Moorhead, Minn. (Oct. 31, 2011) – During the Great Depression, New Deal programs brought relief to America’s poor and helped stabilize its economy. Find out how at “Uncle Sam’s New Deal,” a new exhibit at the Historical & Cultural Society of Clay County at the Hjemkomst Center, November 17 through December 30, 2011.
“Uncle Sam’s New Deal” illuminates the federal government’s role in reviving Minnesota communities 70 years ago. Photography, interviews and New Deal film footage allow us to see how “Uncle Sam” has lead efforts to simulate Minnesota’s communities in the past.
This exhibit was created by Minnesota Landmarks in partnership with the Minnesota History Center. It is on temporary loan from the Minnesota History Center in St. Paul and will be traveling to venues throughout Minnesota.
On Thursday, Nov. 17 from 5 – 7 p.m. at Usher’s House (700 1st Avenue North, Moorhead), the HCSCC will offer a preview of the exhibit with light appetizers and a 6 p.m. lecture, titled “The Social Value of Work: Depression-Era Buildings, Investment & Spiritual Renewal,” by North Dakota State University professor Steve Martens. His presentation will focus on the rich variety of buildings in our region built under federal work relief programs in the 1930s, including the building now called Usher’s House. Space is limited. Cost is $12 per person (for appetizers and presentation only). Reservations for the presentation are required by Thursday, Nov. 10. Call Tim Jorgensen at 218-299-5511 Ext. 6737 for reservations.
Following the presentation, the HCSCC encourages its guests to join them for dinner in Usher’s dining room. Separate reservations are strongly encouraged. Call Usher’s at 218-287-0080 to make a dinner reservation.
In addition, the “Uncle Sam’s New Deal” exhibit opening is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 19 from 3 – 5 p.m. at the Hjemkomst Center museum. The event is free and open to the public.
For more information, check them out on Facebook or visit www.hcscconline.org. The Hjemkomst Center is located at 202 First Avenue North in Moorhead.
