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1. Interview with Holly Young, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Bismark, North Dakota

Creator:
Young, Holly
Date Created:
2021-05-03
Description:
Holly Young is a Dakota beadwork artist who shares about her journey discovering the stories of her ancestors through learning traditional beadwork. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

2. Interview with Lois Wohlin, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Wohlin, Lois
Date Created:
2005-04-07
Description:
This interview from 2005, captures the spirit of Lois Wohlin, who passed away in 2013. She tells stories of the Great Depression and a baseball field in the middle of dried up Lake Andrew! This a treasured interview by her daughters, grand-daughters and great granddaughters that still live nearby.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

3. Interview with Lorry Wendland; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Wendland, Lorry
Date Created:
2022-09-16
Description:
Lorry is an amateur historian who has written several books about Frontenac, Minnesota. She shares stories about Frontenac and her family ancestors who lived in the Whitewater area.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

4. Interview with John Weiss; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Weiss, John
Date Created:
2017-07-27
Description:
John wrote the Outdoor Column for the Rochester Bulletin for decades and spent a lot of time fishing and hunting in the Whitewater Valley. He shared memories his experiences in the valley and his collaborations with former park naturalist, Dave Palmquist.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

5. Interview with Roger Walsh, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Walsh, Roger
Date Created:
2016-07-03
Description:
Roger is the definition of a "local" - having lived in the area his entire life. Walsh is able to describe the landscape during the Dust Bowl, cracked soil and dried up water beds. The history of land use and natural resources in this interview is intriguing to anyone familiar with the landscape and lakes today.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

6. Interview with Jill Veerkamp; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Veerkamp, Jill
Date Created:
2017-11-29
Description:
Jill was the editor for the St. Charles Press at the time of this interview and shared memories about former editor, L. A. Warming, and his role in lobbying for the establishment of Whitewater State Park in 1919.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

7. Interview with Chia Vang; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Vang, Chia
Date Created:
2017-08-01
Description:
Chia shares memories about camping and exploring Whitewater State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

8. Interview with Thompson Family: Landon, Elizabeth, Abby, Lexi, Cari, and Chrissy, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Thompson, Landon; Thompson, Elizabeth; Thompson, Abby; Thompson, Lexi; Thompson, Cari; Thompson, Chrissy
Date Created:
2016-07-04
Description:
A fun, family interview that brings to life just how those stories end up being told year after year. This one will make you smile!
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

9. Interview with Kao Tao, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, St. Paul, Minnesota

Creator:
Tao, Kao
Date Created:
2021-03-17
Description:
Kao Tao shares about the Hmong refugee experience and the significance of the Whitewater River valley to the Se Asian community. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

10. Interview with Bob Tangen; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Tangen, Bob
Date Created:
2018-11-20
Description:
Bob shares his memories of being an area biology technician for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and helping with the wild turkey reintroduction. He also talks about his time as Assistant Manager of the Whitewater Wildlife Management Area.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

11. Interview with Mark Symanietz, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Symanietz, Mark
Date Created:
2016-07-02
Description:
Mark tells a cheerful tale about memories at an uncle's farm in Spicer from riding pigs to getting away with mischief. He also includes his first impressions on the town of New London.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

12. Interview with Roger Strand, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Strand, Roger
Date Created:
2016-07-04
Description:
Roger Strand spent summers on Green Lake, growing up for a love for west central Minnesota. Some may know Roger as Dr. Strand, but if you knew him as kid you may have known him as the keeper of the Snake Den! Listen and learn more about adventures of a little Roger.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

13. Interview with Barbara Sommer; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Sommer, Barbara
Date Created:
2021-02-24
Description:
Barbara is a historian and author of the book, "Hard Work and a Good Deal: The Civilian Conservation Corps in Minnesota." She shared memories her experience interviewing some of the African American men who were involved in the CCC in Minnesota.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

14. Interview with Lois Sletten and Evertt Johnson ; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Sletten, Lois and Johnson, Evertt
Date Created:
2017-08-23
Description:
Lois and her brother, Everett Johnson, share about growing up in the Whitewater Area and history stories they were told about the area. Lois also talks about her husband, Jim Sletten, who was a forest ranger and park manager.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

15. Interview with Mike Siebenaler; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Siebenaler, Mike
Date Created:
2017-08-25
Description:
Mike shared memories growing up in the Whitewater area and talks about his mother, Olivia Kronebusch, who was born and raised in the valley.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

16. Interview with Frank Siebenaler; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Siebenaler, Frank
Date Created:
2017-08-08
Description:
Frank shared memories growing up in the Whitewater area, working at Whitewater State Park during college, and talks about his father, Alex, who farmed in the Whitewater Valley and later led soil conservation tours of the Whitewater Valley.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

17. Interview with Arash Shambayati, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Shabayati, Arash
Date Created:
2017-08-27
Description:
Arash Shambayati is an Iranian refugee who discovered trout fishing at Whitewater State Park in the 1970s. He shares how the park has changed. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

18. Interview with Molly Sajady; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Sajady, Molly
Date Created:
2022-03-04
Description:
Dr. Sajady is an Afghan American and shares her outdoor stories and perspectives as a pediatrician who encourages families to get outdoors and experience nature.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

19. Interview with Darryl Rupp, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Rupp, Darryl
Date Created:
2016-07-02
Description:
A country kid who drove a tractor to Sibley State Park, played basketball on a hay covered court, and now reminiscent of the evolving Main Street of New London, Darrel tells his story from the comfort of Lake Affect coffee shop, where he meets every morning with other retired school teachers.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

20. Interview with Justin Rubison, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Rubison, Justin
Date Created:
2016-07-04
Description:
Born and raised with the statutory boundary Justin is a baby of the 1980s who loves visiting the park with his own little one, Lucy. This a great tale of the simplicity of childhood and how that water draws you back into it.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

21. Interview with Joseph Rooney, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Rooney, Joseph
Date Created:
2016-07-04
Description:
A New London transplant, Joe Rooney, is here to stay. The draw of the waters and friendly folks he talks about all help paint the picture of our little town on the pond.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

22. Interview with Andrea Richards, Ruth Ann Collins, Melissa Bernhard, Megan Block and Ashley Kinniry, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Mankato, Minnesota

Creator:
Richards, Andrea
Date Created:
2017-12-12
Description:
Andrea Richards and Ruth Ann Collins and their families share about their group of divorced women who have created memorable camping traditions each year at Whitewater State Park. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

23. Interview with Mark Reisetter, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Lewiston, Minnesota

Creator:
Reisetter, Mark
Date Created:
2021-02-11
Description:
Mark Reisetter shares about his experience serving in Vietnam and the therapeutic benefits of fly fishing. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

24. Interview with Lee Ragan; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Ragan, Lee
Date Created:
2017-08-24
Description:
Lee shared memories her pathway to becoming a biologist and her role as a Park Ranger at Whitewater State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

25. Interview with Dave Palmquist and Kathy Palmquist, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Palmquist, Dave; Palmquist, Kathy
Date Created:
2017-09-06
Description:
Dave Palmquist shares about his 38-year career as a naturalist at Whitewater State Park. His wife, Kathy Palmquist, shares about her experiences as a school teacher bringing students to Whitewater State Park. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

26. Interview with Marlyn Orson, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Orson, Marlyn
Date Created:
2016-07-02
Description:
Hear stories of what kept kids busy (and in trouble!) in New London and what is was like to be a teenager graduating in 1967 in politically turbulent times.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

27. Interview with Clinton Olson, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Olson, Clinton
Date Created:
2016-06-03
Description:
Mysterious family stories including driving a corpse from Fort Ambercrombie, gypsies passing through town, the Pool Hall and the first t.v. in town!
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

28. Interview with Anthony Nyugen, New London Oral History Project, Sibley State Park, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Nyugen, Anthony
Date Created:
2017-07-02
Description:
At the time of the interview Anthony has visited the park every year for the 4th of July since he was 3 years old. Ever learned Flashlight Tag? Learn the tricks of the trade in this interview!
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

29. Interview with Wayne and Kathy Nordsted, New London Oral History Project, Sibley State Park, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Nordsted, Wayne; Nordsted, Kathy
Date Created:
2016-07-07
Description:
Husband and wife for 50 years the year of this interview, Wayne and Kathy Nordsted tell the story together of the past and present that will cause you to nod along, thinking it is your own aunt and uncle telling you the story.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

30. Interview with Wally Newstrom in May 2016, New London Oral History Project, Dassel, Minnesota

Creator:
Newstrom, Wally
Date Created:
2016-07-04
Description:
In this second interview of Wally Newstom with his granddaughter he talks about the changes his "Greatest Generation" has seen. His interview highlight below brings to light what diversity in the 1930s looked like in West Central Minnesota.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

31. Interview with Wally Newstrom in July 2016, New London Oral History Project, Sibley State Park, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Newstrom, Wally
Date Created:
2016-05-23
Description:
Interview with Wally Newstrom. Wally relates his experiences growing up in West Central Minnesota. Note: Wally, in addition to several others in the New London Oral History Project, use the term "gypsy." The term was historically used to identify people of Eastern Europe or Romanian decent. Today the term Roma is more widely accepted.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

32. Interview with Cindy Newstrom, New London Oral History Project, Sibley State Park, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Newstrom, Cindy
Date Created:
2016-04-04
Description:
The life of growing up in New London in the 1950s and 60s are told by Cindy Newstrom whose child's eye view of adventures in the creamery milk truck, a tricycle on main street and braving the grocery dog.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

33. Interview with Betty Nelson, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Nelson, Betty
Date Created:
2016-06
Description:
Betty Nelson colorfully describes being a child growing up visiting Sibley State Park. She includes tales of biking to Sibley, what her parents thought of the "hippie" youth pastor, and an annual Father's Day picnic at Cedar Hill.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

34. Interview with Anna Munson; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Munson, Anna
Date Created:
2018-12-17
Description:
Anna was born and raised in Winona and shared memories her Aunt, Mildred Sebo, who was instrumental in planning the first Territorial Centennial Pageant held at Whitewater State park in 1933 and who helped found the Winona Historical Society.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

35. Interview with Jane Morton Galetto, Charles Morton and Peter Galetto, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Morton Galetto, Jane; Morton, Charles; Galetto, Peter
Date Created:
2018-07-14
Description:
Jane Morton Galetto and her uncle, Charles Morton, and husband Peter Galetto, share family stories about Minnesota conservation icon Richard J. Dorer. Charles is a nephew of Richard J. Dorer and Jane is a great niece. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

36. Interview with Victor Morse; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Morse, Victor
Date Created:
2017-07-06
Description:
Victor grew up in the Winona area and shared memories his father, Marius Morse, who was an early naturalist at Whitewater State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

37. Interview with Anne Morse; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Morse, Anne
Date Created:
2017-07-16
Description:
Anne grew up in the Winona area and shared memories her father, Marius Morse, who was an early naturalist at Whitewater State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

38. Interview with Bob Micheel; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Micheel, Bob
Date Created:
2020-12-08
Description:
Bob is a Soil Conservationist and shared memories growing up in the Whitewater Area and memories of his father, John, who was also a soil conservationist and who died along with his wife in the historic flood of 2007.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

39. Interview with Myra McKay and family; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
McKay, Myra
Date Created:
2017-08-12
Description:
Myra shared memories raising her family in St. Charles and memories of golfing at Whitewater State Park and the Boy Scout camporees.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

40. Interview with Gene McGarry, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
McGarry, Gene
Date Created:
2017-08-27
Description:
Gene McGarry shares his experiences of being a Whitewater State Park ranger and the historic flood of 2007. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

41. Interivew with Mike Mauer; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Mauer, Mike
Date Created:
2017-08-25
Description:
Mike's family has lived in the Whitewater Valley since 1890. Mike shared memories growing up in the valley and the family business at Mauer Brothers Tavern in Elba, Minnesota.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

42. Interview with Mahmud Kanyare and Nimo Said, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, St. Paul, Minnesota

Creator:
Mahmud, Kanyare; Said, Nimo
Date Created:
2021-02-19
Description:
Mahmud Kanyare and Nimo Said share about the Somali refugee experience and the impact of nature on wellbeing. They talk about their work with the Youth and Family Circle and the field trips and summer camps they organize for immigrant and refuge youth to experience the outdoors. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

43. Interview with Charles Loggins, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Columbus, Ohio

Creator:
Loggins, Charles
Date Created:
2020-12-21
Description:
Charles Loggins was the first African American District Conservationist in Minnesota. In this interview he shares about his work with the Soil Conservation Service and working with farmers in Winona County. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

44. Interview with John Lindstrom, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Lindstrom, John
Date Created:
2017-07-03
Description:
Sibley State Park would not be as we know it today without John Lindstrom's dedicated work in the past and continued today, listen now to discover how.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

45. Interview with Richard Lindahl, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Lindahl, Richard
Date Created:
2005-05-16
Description:
Another interview we are lucky to have from a class in 2005 at Ridgewater College, this interview collects the story of a family that stretches back to original 1860 homesteaders. Richard give us a unique glimpse that starts to connect the many names that are rooted in the immigrants of this land, from Lindahl to Swan Fremberg, a Civil War veteran.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

46. Interview with Dan Leite, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Leite, Dan
Date Created:
2016-07-03
Description:
Dan weaves a story into the depths of New London's early homestead history and how his family is part of that intricate web.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

47. Interview with Maria Lamey, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Stillwater, Minnesota

Creator:
Lamey, Maria
Date Created:
2021-02-04
Description:
Maria Lamey is a former Family Advocate for the Plainview Migrant Council and helped found Project Get Outdoors. She shares about her experiences helping introduce migrant Latino youth to the outdoors. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

48. Interivew with Margaret Kronebusch; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Kronebusch, Margaret
Date Created:
2018-03-15
Description:
Margaret was 101 years old at the time of this interview. She shared memories farming and raising her family in the Whitewater Valley.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

49. Interview with Elise Klassen, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Klassen, Elise
Date Created:
2016-07-05
Description:
A literal view of a camping weekend at Sibley State Park through a child's eyes. Elise tells us about night time stories, tubing and fishing during her visits here with her family.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

50. Interview with Dan Keyler, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Shorewood, Minnesota

Creator:
Keyler, Dan
Date Created:
2021-08-13
Description:
Dan Keyler is a retired Toxicologist for Hennepin County Medical Center and an expert on timber rattlesnake venom. He shares about his pathway to becoming fascinated by rattlesnakes and some of the common misconceptions about these snakes. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

51. Interview with Joe Kempf, New London Oral History Project, Sibley State Park, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Kempf, Joe
Date Created:
2017-07-07
Description:
Ever heard of an "eppah" birthday? It's a personal joke Joe will let you in on. Take a listen and get inspired to create your next joke a state park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

52. Interview with Martha Johnson; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Johnson, Martha
Date Created:
2021-06-24
Description:
Martha was 105 years old at the time of this interview. She shared memories raising her family in Fremont, Minnesota and the history of the Fremont Store.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

53. Interview with Jerry Johnson, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Johnson, Jerry
Date Created:
2016-07-16
Description:
With a heart for history Jerry Johnson strived to revitalize the small and mostly pioneer Lake Andrew Cemetery, located just outside of the park. Jerry tells about this journey and more.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

54. Interview with Joan Jensen and Deb Scherbring; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Jensen, Joan and Sherbring, Deb
Date Created:
2021-05-17
Description:
Joan and her sister, Deb Scherbring, share about growing up in the Whitewater Valley and memories of their father, George Meyer, who was the Manager of the Whitewater Wildlife Management Area from 1948-1983.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

55. Interview with Carol Jefferson; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Jefferson, Carol
Date Created:
2021-09-15
Description:
This interview contains some outdated information as the research discussed has since been updated. Dr. Jefferson is a retired Winona State University ecology professor and amateur historian. She shared memories how she became interested in researching early abolitionists in the Winona area and what she's discovered about the possible connections to the Underground Railroad in southeast Minnesota.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

56. Interview with Phil Iverslie, New London Oral History Project, Sibley State Park, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Iverslie, Phil
Date Created:
2016-07-01
Description:
Phil Iverslie tells the story of a family cabin on Como Beach. As a child he spent nights listening to the music flowing across the water from Como Beach to it being the place of his honeymoon with his wife Florine.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

57. Interview with Colette Hyman; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Hyman, Colette
Date Created:
2021-01-26
Description:
Dr. Hyman is a history professor at Winona State University and author of the book, "Dakota Women's Work: Creativity, Culture, & Exile." She shared memories her pathway to becoming a history professor and how she became interested in the traditional arts and crafts of Dakota women.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

58. Interview with Ralph Howell, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Howell, Ralph
Date Created:
2005-04-15
Description:
This interview was conducted as part of a class project at Ridgewater College. It captures the descriptive story of Ralph Howell, born in Willmar in 1935. Howell grew up in the outdoors and has a talent for describing a landscape and the animals he saw that paints a picture. He also tells of a moving story of gifting a boat to a friend.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

59. Interview with Andy Howard, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Howard, Andy
Date Created:
2016-07-04
Description:
Andy tells the story of the family traditions and natural beauty that drew him to move to west central Minnesota where he built a stone home out of hand and dreams of the possibilities life has to offer.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

60. Interview with Elaine Holst, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Wabasha, Minnesota

Creator:
Holst, Elaine
Date Created:
2017-08-31
Description:
Elaine Holst shares information about how her grandparents homesteaded in the Whitewater Valley, the many floods she experienced, and the legacy of conservation farming she and her husband established. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

61. Interview with Jeanie Hill, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Plainview, Minnesota

Creator:
Hill, Jeanie
Date Created:
2018-08-17
Description:
Jeanie Hill is a farmer near Elba. She shares about her letter she werote in college to Richard J. Dorer and the friendshp that began with him. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

62. Interview with Larry Henjum, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Henjum, Larry
Date Created:
2016-07-16
Description:
Larry's lineage goes far back to some of the original homestead families in the park. He remembers the neighborhood that the park once was. Can you guess what one of the first movies to play in the New London Little Theater was- take a listen and find out.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

63. Interview with Bryna Hendrickson, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Hendrickson, Bryna
Date Created:
2016-07-02
Description:
Bryna describes the many artistic happenings of New London in the summer of 2016 from friends sitting on blankets watching a movie projected by the dam, to the friendly atmosphere of Goat Ridge and releasing a duckling at Sibley State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

64. Interview with Ken Heaser, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Minneiska, Minnesota

Creator:
Heaser, Ken
Date Created:
2017-08-23
Description:
Ken Heaser is a retired Building & Grounds crew leader at Whitewater State Park and former Mayor of Minneiska. He shares stories about growing up in the area and his long career at the park. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

65. Interview with Troy Haverly, New London Oral History Project, Sibley State Park, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Haverly, Troy
Date Created:
2016-06-04
Description:
Troy grew up biking to Sibley and skating on and swimming across local watering holes. And have you ever heard of the Loch Ness of Lake Andrew? Well, you will after this interview!
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

66. Interview with Robert Hainlen, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Hainlen, Robert
Date Created:
2017-07-06
Description:
Bob grew up camping in the summer at Interstate State Park in a small tent with his parents and 5 brothers, while his father was a door to door salesman! Hear this story of literally living in a state park and others in this fun filled interview.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

67. Interview with Amy and Adam Gronli, New London Oral History Project, Sibley State Park, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Gronli, Adam; Gronli, Amy
Date Created:
2017-07-06
Description:
From a second date at Sibley to an engagement and now a life time of exploring parks, Amy and Adam talk about their memories and goals for visiting more Minnesota State Parks.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

68. Interview with Ken Gravely, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Gravely, Ken
Date Created:
2016-07-02
Description:
Ken Gravely served his country in WWII, and tells a colorful story of the VJ announcement to servicemen in Okinawa as well as his post-war work on western movies scenes in Hollywood!
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

69. Interview with Ben Gessner, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, St. Paul, Minnesota

Creator:
Gessner, Ben
Date Created:
2021-01-22
Description:
Ben Gessner is a Collections Associate for the Minnesota Historical Society. His work focuses on American Indian and Fine Arts Collections. He shares about his work and the process of repatriating artifacts. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

70. Interview with Anne Nordstrom Fremberg, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Fremberg, Anne Nordstrom
Date Created:
1975 - 1990
Description:
Interview with Anne Nordstrom Fremberg. Fremberg discusses growing up on her family's farm inside Sibley State Park, including her memories of the Great Depression. Her daughter Lorraine Danielson conducted the interview.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

71. Interview with Bucky Flores, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Zumbrota, Minnesota

Creator:
Flores, Bucky
Date Created:
2021-02-08
Description:
Bucky Flores shares information about his American Indian heritage and the importance of connecting chidren to the outdoors. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

72. Interivew with Marie Ehrenberg, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, St. Charles, Minnesota

Creator:
Ehrenberg, Marie
Date Created:
2019-10-03
Description:
Marie Ehrenberg was living in hospice care in St. Charles and her last wish was to visit Whitewater State Park. She shares about growing up on a farm in the area and her memories of spending time at the park with her father. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

73. Interview with Mike Ebersold, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Wabasha, Minnesota

Creator:
Ebersold, Mike; Eberson, Janet
Date Created:
2021-02-24
Description:
Mike Ebersold is a descendant of Chief Wabasha's family and Dakota-French trader, Augustine La Roque. He shares about the Dakota Half Breed Reservation and early history of the Wabasha area. His wife shares about her experiences working at summer camps held at Whitewater State Park. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

74. Interview with Diane Eagon, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Eagon, Diane
Date Created:
2016-07-16
Description:
Diane tells about living in the land of 10,000 lakes! From our small New London Mill Pond to the changing landscape of Lake Andrew, Diane paints a pretty picture of growing up in our local waters including a touching story about a wooden boat "The Genevieve."
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

75. Interview with Marcus and Megan Dimler and Grace Thompson, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Dimler, Marcus; Dimler, Megan; Thompson, Grace
Date Created:
2016-07-04
Description:
Three young cousins tell stories of camping at Sibley with the excitement that only young voices can capture. A wave consumes the pontoon, a shoe is washed out to sea and a story is told through laughs and cousins finishing each other's sentences.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

76. Interview with John Dilly, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Dilly, John
Date Created:
2017-07-16
Description:
John Dilly tells a tale like no other in this interview that recalls his first car, a 1941 Chevy, bought for $30, the birth of penicillin, and reminds us to stop and smell the flowers.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

77. Interview with Laura Deering, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Rushford, Minnesota

Creator:
Deering, Laura
Date Created:
2021-05-18
Description:
Laura Deering shares information about her research investigating the Underground Railroad in Southeast Minnesota. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

78. Interview with Lorraine Danielson, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Danielson, Lorraine
Date Created:
2005-03-28
Description:
Interview Description: Lorraine talks about early life on the prairie of Sibley State Park and her family's history. Her stories take us back to earthen homes, or dug outs and what it was like to be a young woman working in the cities during World War II.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

79. Interview with Gary Dahlberg, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Dahlberg, Gary
Date Created:
2016-06-02
Description:
From a family that immigrated here in 1868, Dahlberg brings a true "Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn" and "Sandlot" existence growing up in New London. A whistle from a cousin signaled time to go fishing and a life time of swinging papers to neighbors, this is life in New London.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

80. Interview with Gary Couleur, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Couleur, Gary
Date Created:
2016-06-02
Description:
Gary grew up in Chicago, was married in Sundburg where his wedding party was mistaken for gangsters. Gary's legacy includes years of dedicated work with Water Search and Rescue.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

81. Interview with Emily Conrad, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Conrad, Emily
Date Created:
2016-07-02
Description:
Our very own local Princess Kay from the Milk Way tell that once in a lifetime story about getting her bust carved out of butter- a story for every Minnesotan- in addition to what it is like to be an independent, female business owner in 2016.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

82. Interivew with Curt Buck; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Buck, Curt
Date Created:
2017-07-27
Description:
Curt was a boy scout in the 1960s and participated in the Scout Camporees held at Whitewater State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

83. Interview with Jeff Broberg; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Broberg, Jeff
Date Created:
2021-03-11
Description:
Jeff is a professional geologist and amateur historian who lives near the park. He shared memories the unique characteristics of the Driftless area and some of the hidden history of the region.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

84. Interview with Ernie Boszhardt, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Lodi, Wisconsin

Creator:
Boszhardt, Ernie
Date Created:
2021-07-28
Description:
Ernie Boszhardt is an archaeologist who shares about his journey becoming an archaeologist and stories about local human history he's learned through his work. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

85. Interview with Angie Berg; Dominique Berg; Adam Berg, Whitewater State Park, Oral History Project, Kellogg, Minnesota

Creator:
Berg, Angie; Berg, Dominique; Berg, Adam
Date Created:
2018-09-01
Description:
Angie Berg shares about living near Whitewater State Park and spending time at the park with her two children. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

86. Interview with Kylie Bengstron, New London Oral History Project, New London, Minnesota

Creator:
Bengstron, Kylie
Date Created:
2016-07-02
Description:
Kylie is a true rooted New Londoner who really brings to life the spirit of thriving New London in 2016 and reminds us what we have to be thankful for.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

87. Interview with Peg Bauernfeind, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Baernfeind, Peg
Date Created:
2017-08-16
Description:
Peg Bauernfeind is an author who discovered the Whitewater Valley after living near the park for more than 30 years. She shares the history of the Whitewater Valley from her book titled, ""Return to Backyard Canyon."" The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

88. Interview with Jill Backes; John Brogan, Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Backes, Jill; Brogan, John
Date Created:
2018-05-10
Description:
Jill Backes shares about being a middle school teacher with St. Charles Public Schools and organizing the sixth grade camp for more than 20 years. John Brogan assists with sixth grade camp. He participated in the very first sixth grade camp when he was in junior high school. The Whitewater State Park Oral History project began in 2017 to commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the State Park.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories

89. Interview with Aishat Adedayo; Whitewater State Park Oral History Project, Altura, Minnesota

Creator:
Adedayo, Aishat
Date Created:
2017-08-13
Description:
Aishat was born in Nigeria and shared memories visiting Whitewater State Park and organizing youth leadership activities for her peers.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Type:
Sound Recording Nonmusical
Format:
Oral histories
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