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In North, Civil War sites, events long 'forgotten'

In North, Civil War sites, events long 'forgotten'

As the U.S. marks the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, states in the old South -- the side that lost -- are hosting a variety of elaborate events to highlighting the war's legacy in the region. But in the North -- the side that won -- only small events are planned. Historians say the North helped sparked the conflict, but now struggles to acknowledge it.

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Artist captures Walker history in a tapestry

Artist captures Walker history in a tapestry

For centuries Europeans used tapestries to depict the history of families and institutions. Now the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis is getting in on the game.
by Euan Kerr

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The 150th anniversary of the start of the Civil War will be a somber occasion

The 150th anniversary of the start of the Civil War will be a somber occasion

The war began before dawn on April 12, 1861, with the start of a Confederate bombardment of Union-held Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor. The conflict ended four years later with the surrender of Confederate forces in Virginia on April 9, 1865.

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Minnesota Historical Society soon to have new leadership at the helm

The state agency that preserves Minnesota's history will have a new leader as of May 1st. Steve Elliott will be replacing the previous director, Nina Archibald, who retired in January. Elliott is currently the president of the New York State Historical Association and the Farmers' Museum in Cooperstown, New York.
by Cathy Wurzer

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New Ulm: Popcorn popper

New Ulm: Popcorn popper

Tradition smothered in butter.
by Marc Sanchez

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Minnesota history: Women photographers in the 19th century

Minnesota history: Women photographers in the 19th century

Photography studios popped up all over the country in the late 19th century, and a surprising number of the photographers were women.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Two Harbors: Split Rock Lighthouse

Two Harbors: Split Rock Lighthouse

Split Rock Lighthouse is easing into its century status. It began operating in 1910 and was celebrated throughout 2010 to mark its 100th anniversary.
by Marc Sanchez

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1973: Defining Irish

1973: Defining Irish

Dr. Eoin McKiernan talks about what it means to be Irish.
by Marc Sanchez

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More from "Say It Loud: Great Speeches on Civil Rights and African American Identity"

Midday presents more speeches featured in the new book by Stephen Smith and Kate Ellis, "Say it Loud: Great Speeches on Civil Rights and African American Identity." Speeches in this hour include ones from Shirley Chisholm, James Cone, Colin Powell, and Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
by Stephen Smith

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John and Abigail Adams in letters

John and Abigail Adams in letters

John Adams has had his share of publicity in the past few years. Historian Joseph Ellis's new book takes a look at the enduring relationship between Adams and his wife, Abigail, as revealed through their letters to one another. Originally broadcast on January 3, 2011.

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