to preserve the rich history of the Dakota and their relationship with early Minnesota settlers and Christian missionaries, and to explore contrasting cultural and religious viewpoints.
Drop-in Program: Tying the Knot
Learn More04/11/2021
Learn all about rope – a very important tool on the frontier. Hear the story of Samuel Pond’s wedding when several of the guests were snowed in with the couple after they tied the knot!
Sponsored by Bloomington Parks and Recreation.
Tour: Mystery House Tours
Learn More04/18/2021
Examine the historic Gideon and Agnes Pond House from the outside-in! Learn about the brick markings, the wavy window, and why there is a door on every side of the house.
Sponsored by Bloomington Parks and Recreation.
Bloomington Dakota Language Camp
Learn More07/13/2021 - 07/15/2021
Attend the 10th annual Dakota Language Camp! Learn the Dakota Language through songs, dancing, games, crafts, and feasting.
Sponsored by Bloomington Parks and Recreation, University of Minnesota.
Prairie Profiles: The Pond House Video
See VideoView the award-winning video, “The Pond House,” which traces the history of the house through its builder and his great-grandson, and focuses on their important relationship with the Dakota people.
Produced by filmmaker Barbara Britain.
to preserve the rich history of the Dakota and their relationship with early Minnesota settlers and Christian missionaries, and to explore contrasting cultural and religious viewpoints.
Drop-in Program: Tying the Knot
Learn More04/11/2021
Learn all about rope – a very important tool on the frontier. Hear the story of Samuel Pond’s wedding when several of the guests were snowed in with the couple after they tied the knot!
Sponsored by Bloomington Parks and Recreation.
Tour: Mystery House Tours
Learn More04/18/2021
Examine the historic Gideon and Agnes Pond House from the outside-in! Learn about the brick markings, the wavy window, and why there is a door on every side of the house.
Sponsored by Bloomington Parks and Recreation.
Bloomington Dakota Language Camp
Learn More07/13/2021 - 07/15/2021
Attend the 10th annual Dakota Language Camp! Learn the Dakota Language through songs, dancing, games, crafts, and feasting.
Sponsored by Bloomington Parks and Recreation, University of Minnesota.
Prairie Profiles: The Pond House Video
See VideoView the award-winning video, “The Pond House,” which traces the history of the house through its builder and his great-grandson, and focuses on their important relationship with the Dakota people.
Produced by filmmaker Barbara Britain.