Minnesota Experience 2018
What is Minnesota Experience?
Minnesota Experience is a television series that premiered in 2018. Produced by Twin Cities PBS, the program explores the history and shared values of Minnesotans by examining bygone eras.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2018
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 87
- Genres
- Documentary
- Updated
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Minnesota Experience is a television series that premiered in 2018. Produced by Twin Cities PBS, the program explores the history and shared values of Minnesotans by examining bygone eras. The series utilizes the extensive historical archives of Twin Cities PBS while also incorporating new stories to provide insight into the state's past. By connecting these historical narratives to contemporary life, the show aims to reflect on how the past influences the identity and future aspirations of its audience. The program positions history as a significant force capable of shaping individual and collective character. Through this approach, Minnesota Experience serves as a bridge between historical documentation and the modern moment, offering viewers a deeper understanding of the regional heritage. The series remains a part of the long-standing commitment of Twin Cities PBS to document and interpret the stories that define the local experience. By holding a mirror to history, the production encourages reflection on the evolving nature of the community and the values that continue to guide it.
Should you watch it?
“Explore Minnesota's rich history through compelling true stories.”
- Delves into lesser-known Minnesota stories
- Connects past events to present-day issues
- Features high-quality historical storytelling
- Limited to Minnesota-focused audiences
- May feel slow to viewers seeking action
you're curious about how Minnesota's past shaped its present.
Suitable for all ages; focuses on historical events without graphic content.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 31 episodes
- E1 Flour Power Sep 17, 2018
- E2 Lost Twin Cities III Sep 24, 2018
- E3 Cornerstones: A History of North Minneapolis Oct 1, 2018
- E4 Fires of 1918 Oct 15, 2018
- E5 Lost Twin Cities 4 Oct 22, 2018
- E6 Glensheen and the Congdon Legacy Oct 29, 2018
- E7 Ohiyesa: The Soul of an Indian Nov 5, 2018
- E8 The People's Protectors Nov 12, 2018
- E9 MN in the 70's Nov 13, 2018
- E10 The Fabulous Ice Age Dec 3, 2018
- E11 Hmong Pioneers: Honoring the First Wave Dec 10, 2018
- E12 Restoring The People's House Dec 12, 2018
- E13 Tales of the Road Jan 7, 2019
- E14 Made in St. Paul Jan 14, 2019
- E15 Martin Luther King in Minnesota Jan 21, 2019
- E16 The Legendary Saint Paul Winter Carnival Jan 28, 2019
- E17 North Star: Making Home Feb 4, 2019
- E18 North Star: Making Change Feb 11, 2019
- E19 Cass Gilbert: Standing the Test of Time Feb 18, 2019
- E20 Jim Crow of the North Feb 25, 2019
- E21 Gracious Spaces: Clarence H. Johnston Mar 18, 2019
- E22 Women Outward Bound Mar 25, 2019
- E23 The Minneapolis Sound Apr 8, 2019
- E24 Minnesota's Deadliest Tornadoes & Fiercest Floods Apr 15, 2019
- E25 A History of the Land Apr 22, 2019
- E26 Great American Railroad Journeys: Minneapolis to St. Paul May 13, 2019
- E27 Great American Railroad Journeys: Red Wing to Portage, WI May 20, 2019
- E28 Minnesota Remembers Vietnam: America's Secret War May 27, 2019
- E29 Out North - Part 1 Jun 10, 2019
- E30 Out North - Part 2 Jun 17, 2019
- E31 Iron Range: Minnesota Building America Aug 29, 2019
Season 2 · 19 episodes
- E1 Becoming Big League Oct 14, 2019
- E2 Mayo Clinic: Faith - Hope - Science Sep 25, 2018
- E3 St. Paul's Historic Hill: Salvaging a Gilded Past Oct 28, 2019
- E4 The Experimental City Nov 4, 2019
- E6 Historic Trails in Northern Minnesota Dec 9, 2019
- E7 Minnesota 13: From Grain to Glass Dec 16, 2019
- E8 Brew North: A Beer Story Jan 13, 2020
- E9 North Star: Civil War Stories Feb 3, 2020
- E10 Solid State: Minnesota’s High Tech Industry Feb 10, 2020
- E11 Country Music: Made In Minnesota Feb 17, 2020
- E12 This Free North Feb 24, 2020
- E13 Best of Lost Twin Cities Mar 2, 2020
- E14 Deadliest Blizzards & Fiercest Fires Mar 16, 2020
- E15 Set In Stone: Exploring St. Paul's Oldest Neighborhood Mar 23, 2020
- E16 First Avenue: Closer to the Stars Mar 30, 2020
- E17 Bound By Earth: Archaeology In Minnesota Apr 27, 2020
- E18 Parks for the People May 18, 2020
- E19 Minnesota Remembers Vietnam: Perspectives May 25, 2020
- E20 Lost Twin Cities 5 Jun 1, 2020
Season 3 · 15 episodes
- E1 Citizen Oct 5, 2020
- E2 Lost Duluth I Oct 12, 2020
- E3 Robert Bly: A Thousand Years of Joy Oct 19, 2020
- E4 The Past Is Alive Within Us: The U.S.- Dakota Conflict Nov 2, 2020
- E5 Stalag Luft III: One Man's Story Nov 9, 2020
- E6 Coming to Mni Sota Nov 23, 2020
- E7 Stories Under The Stones Dec 14, 2020
- E8 Dakota Conflict Dec 28, 2020
- E9 Laura Ingalls Wilder: Prairie to Page Jan 4, 2021
- E10 Trailheads: The Oregon Trail's Origins Mar 1, 2021
- E11 Girl from Birch Creek Mar 29, 2021
- E12 Lost Twin Cities I Apr 12, 2021
- E13 Minnesota: A History of the Land Apr 19, 2021
- E14 Return to Skid Row May 10, 2021
- E15 Armed with Language May 17, 2021
Season 4 · 11 episodes
- E1 Co-Op Wars Oct 4, 2021
- E2 Lost Duluth II Oct 12, 2021
- E3 The Baldies Oct 18, 2021
- E4 Steamship America: A North Shore Legend Nov 1, 2021
- E5 Remembering Place: A Cemetery Story Nov 22, 2021
- E6 Minneapolis Past Jan 3, 2022
- E7 Seth Eastman: Painting The Dakota Jan 31, 2022
- E8 Saint Paul Past Feb 7, 2022
- E9 Film in the Cities Feb 21, 2022
- E10 Lost Twin Cities II Mar 14, 2022
- E12 Electronicle 1980 May 16, 2022
Season 5 · 4 episodes
- E1 Jesse Ventura Shocks the World Jan 16, 2024
- E2 Hope in the Struggle: The Josie Johnson Story Feb 19, 2024
- E3 The Electric Indian Mar 26, 2024
- E4 PROFE Apr 23, 2024
Frequently asked questions
Is this show only about Minnesota?
Yes, the series focuses specifically on Minnesota's history and cultural heritage.
Does it feature famous historical figures?
The show highlights both well-known and obscure figures from Minnesota's past.
Are episodes connected or standalone?
Episodes are standalone, each covering a different historical topic.
Is there narration or interviews?
The series uses a mix of archival materials, narration, and interviews.
Where can I watch it?
It airs on Twin Cities PBS and may be available on streaming platforms.