We're on a Mission...

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.

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05 Aug
Create your own mini log cabin using dowel “logs” and a cardboard box! Learn about frontier construction and hear stories about the Pond brothers’ first log cabin at Bde Maka Ska (formerly Lake Calhoun).
12 Aug
Examine the historic house as a history detective. What are the mysterious markings on the bricks? Why is the window glass wavy Why is there a door on every side of the house?
19 Aug
Make your own wooden Button & String Puzzle to take home. Once you’ve discovered the puzzle’s solution, befuddle your family and friends with this frontier head-scratcher! All materials and program are free.
26 Aug
Learn to play simple folk tunes like On Top of Old Smokey, Danny Boy, and Scarborough Fair on a tin whistle! These whistles were popular instruments on the American frontier. Basic instruction will be provided by a local whistler.
02 Sep
Step back in time and imagine what it was like for students long ago. Try writing on parchment paper with a quill pen you’ll dip in ink and take home your handwritten missive!
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Special Event: River Rendezvous

09/23/2023

Experience the lifestyles of people living in Minnesota in the 1800s through storytelling and dozens of interactive, hands-on demonstrations. Tour the 1856 Gideon and Agnes Pond House.

Prairie Profiles: The Pond House Video

View 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.

We're on a Mission...

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.

Special Event: River Rendezvous

09/23/2023

Experience the lifestyles of people living in Minnesota in the 1800s through storytelling and dozens of interactive, hands-on demonstrations. Tour the 1856 Gideon and Agnes Pond House.

Prairie Profiles: The Pond House Video

View 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.

Find Programs and Events

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05 Aug
Create your own mini log cabin using dowel “logs” and a cardboard box! Learn about frontier construction and hear stories about the Pond brothers’ first log cabin at Bde Maka Ska (formerly Lake Calhoun).
12 Aug
Examine the historic house as a history detective. What are the mysterious markings on the bricks? Why is the window glass wavy Why is there a door on every side of the house?
19 Aug
Make your own wooden Button & String Puzzle to take home. Once you’ve discovered the puzzle’s solution, befuddle your family and friends with this frontier head-scratcher! All materials and program are free.
26 Aug
Learn to play simple folk tunes like On Top of Old Smokey, Danny Boy, and Scarborough Fair on a tin whistle! These whistles were popular instruments on the American frontier. Basic instruction will be provided by a local whistler.
02 Sep
Step back in time and imagine what it was like for students long ago. Try writing on parchment paper with a quill pen you’ll dip in ink and take home your handwritten missive!
Events on 08/05/2023
Events on 08/12/2023
12 Aug
Events on 08/19/2023
Events on 08/26/2023
Events on 09/02/2023
© 2023 Pond Dakota Heritage Society
© 2023 Pond Dakota Heritage Society