The first Minnesota State Capitol building, built in 1853 and used until 1873. (Photographer, Whitney & Zimmerman; courtesy of the Minnesota Historical Society)
To celebrate 150 years of statehood, Minnesota Public Radio wants to tell the story of the people who make up our state. It's a daunting task, and we'd like your help.
Sesquicentennial history quiz
St. Paul, Minn. —
Test your knowledge of Minnesota history! MPR's Gary Eichten and Cathy Wurzer host a special Sesquicentennial quiz, with questions compiled by local historians.
Take the online quiz here.
Guests
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Annette Atkins: history professor at St. John's University/College of St. Benedict. Author, "Creating Minnesota: A History from the Inside Out."
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Brian Horrigan: award-winning author and exhibit developer at Minnesota Historical Society.
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Kate Roberts: Senior exhibit developer at MN Historical Society. Author of "Minnesota 150: The People, Places and Things that Shaped our State."
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Dave Kenney: award-winning author of several Minnesota history books, including "Northern Lights," "Minnesota Goes to War," "Twin Cities Album" and "Twin Cities Picture Show."
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Nina Archabal: longtime director of the Minnesota Historical Society
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