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As part of the Minnesota River Valley region, Shakopee is rich in history and tradition . From the Shakopee Dakotah to the settlers at The Landing during the 1880s, Shakopee has an abundance of historical sites to enjoy during your next visit . Step back in time and experience history first-hand at The Landing: Minnesota River Heritage Park . Nestled along the banks of the Minnesota River, this 88-acre living-history park explores the charms and challenges of life in the Lower Minnesota River Valley from the 1840s to the 1890s . Visit the fur trader’s cabin and learn how beaver pelts were transformed into gold . Discover a pioneer-era farmstead and see if you have what it takes to carve a new life for yourself on the frontier . Stroll the streets of Eagle Creek - a recreated turn-of-the19th-century river town - and learn about the daily life of its residents . Tour highlighted historical buildings, watch as costumed interpreters bring the past alive during living history events or try your hand at historic crafts . Check ThreeRiversParks .org for hours and event schedules . threeriversparks.org/location/ landing (763) 694-7784

From the immersive, 360˚ audio and visual experience that depicts the creation story of the dwellers of the Spirit Lake to the hand-painted wall murals and anecdotal recollections of members of the tribe, Hoċokata Ti’s 3,805-square-foot public exhibit, Mdewakanton: Dwellers of the Spirit Lake, provides visitors with a cultural experience that enhances their knowledge and understanding

of the Mdewakanton Dakota people and local history . After the exhibit tour, head over to Hoċokata Ti’s gift shop, which features a variety of Native-made art, books, music, beaded and quilled items, and craft supplies that build upon the cultural center’s mission to educate visitors about the Dakota people . shakopeedakota.org/culture/ hocokatati/ (952) 445-8900

Come to the Wacipi grounds August 19-21 for the 2022 Wacipi . The Wacipi, or Pow Wow, is a celebration of life and is a chance for the greater community to celebrate the traditions and cultures of Native American people . shakopeedakota.org/culture/ wacipi-pow-wow/ (952) 445-8900 The Pathways of Shakopee History interpretive project, a partnership between the Shakopee Heritage Society and the City of Shakopee, is a way-finding system to help educate residents and visitors on Shakopee’s rich history of people, events, and cultural influence. Each area will include a kiosk where visitors will be able to see by 360 degrees the direction of historic locations throughout the park area . facebook.com/shakopeeheritage (952) 693-3865 With a mission to search, save, and share the history and cultural heritage of Scott County, the Scott County Historical Society – Stans Museum offers intriguing exhibits, outreach, and education programs, a collection of more than 1,700 artifacts, an extensive library, workshops, lectures, and guided tours the museum and throughout the county . scottcountyhistory.org (952) 445-0378