Native Pre-History of the Little Falls Area Presentation

Presented by Mike Wilson, Tribal Historic Preservation Officer, Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe

Held at Great River Arts, 122 1st St SE, Little Falls, MN

Did you know that the Little Falls downtown area was an Indigenous industrial and trade center long before European settlers arrived? Come to Great River Arts on Thursday, November 19th, for a 6:00 – 7:00 pm presentation by Mike Wilson, the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Tribal Historic Preservation Officer. The Franciscan Sisters of Little Falls are hosting his sharing of the “Native Pre-history of the Little Falls Area.”

His presentation will explore the rich Indigenous history of the Little Falls region through archaeological research and tribal perspectives, with a Q&A time. Topics will include thousands of years of Indigenous presence, cultural connections to the land, regional trade networks, environmental care and the resilience of Native communities. The Little Falls area has connections of 13,000+ years with Dakota, Ojibwe, Arapaho, Cheyenne and Mille Lacs communities.

This program offers an opportunity to learn, listen and develop a deeper understanding of the Indigenous peoples whose histories and contributions continue to shape our region.

The event is free and open to the public, but donations are welcome. Light refreshments will be provided.

For more information contact Melissa Notsch at 320-632-0680 or events@fslf.org

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