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History of Forced Labor

This activity guide focuses on the specific types of forced labor systems used in the South after the Civil War.

Their History is Our History

Through this activity guide, students examine how personal histories overlap within a wider historical narrative to create a web of connection between us.

Slavery By Another Name History

Slavery By Another Name history background.
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Tidewater: Homecoming

Baratunde discovers how history shaped North Carolina's coast.
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Out North: Out North

Out North: Minnesota LGBTQ History explores the untold past of Minnesota’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community, and celebrates the strides the state has made since the gay liberation movement began in the 1970s.
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Relish: Passport to Noodles: Pho and Ramen

Learn about the unique flavors of two of the most popular noodle dishes in the world with a surprising shared history.
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What Has Changed, What's Lingered

Group activity and discussion on where we were, where we are now, and where do we need to go.

Walking the Walk

Using examples from the film and from current events, educators will ask students to consider whether or not they would “take a step” towards becoming involved.

Hope in the Struggle Discussion Questions

Use this guide before, while, and after viewing suggestions for engaging students with Hope in the Struggle and with activities related to this topic.
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Hope in the Struggle: The Josie Johnson Story: Hope in the Struggle: The Josie Johnson Story

A reflection on the life of freedom fighter and civic leader Josie Johnson, who fought for fair housing, education, and civil rights.
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Jim Crow of the North: Jim Crow of the North

Jim Crow of the North charts the progression of racist policies and practices from the advent of restrictive covenants after the turn of the last century to their final elimination in the late 1960s.

Jesse Ventura Background Reading

Background reading for Jesse Ventura Shocks the World.

Out North Viewing Guide

Guide on steps to take before showing Out North.

Jesse Ventura Community Viewing Guide

This guide provides discussion questions that you can use as they are or adapt them to fit your audience.
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Slavery By Another Name: Slavery By Another Name

Slavery by Another Name is a 90-minute documentary that challenges one of Americans’ most cherished assumptions: the belief that slavery in this country ended with the Emancipation Proclamation.
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