June 7th, 2025
Saint Peter — America and its history is a patchwork of many tales that have been woven over time from the voyages of people, both voluntary and involuntary, who traveled from city to city, state to state, and around the world to find new opportunities. Whether by air, land, or sea, travel has played a crucial part in our economic and cultural identities. The Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES) presents “Journey Stories,” a set of seven posters designed to encourage dialogue, engagement, and participation in classrooms and communities on how movement has defined America.
The Nicollet County Historical Society is proud to display this exhibition in observance of Immigrant Heritage Month, a time to reflect on the diverse stories and experiences of those who made Nicollet County, and the nation, their home. Journey Stories invites visitors to explore the personal and collective journeys that have shaped American life.
The posters will be on view at the Nicollet County Historical Society until July 5, 2025.
Developed for middle-school and high-school students, “Journey Stories” explores how movement has shaped our nation’s history. This set of educational posters takes a broad look at American expansion and migration, from the earliest European settlers and Native American displacement, to the effects of transportation advancements on modern mobility.
The poster exhibition is an opportunity for the Nicollet County Historical Society to engage communities in their history by examining how travel has uniquely molded the region and its place in American history.
Through a partnership with Teaching Tolerance, these posters were distributed at no cost to schools, libraries, museums, and community organizations.
SITES has been sharing the wealth of Smithsonian collections and research programs with millions of people outside Washington, D.C., for 65 years. SITES connects Americans to their shared cultural heritage through a wide range of exhibitions about art, science, and history, which are shown wherever people live, work, and play.
Founded in 1991 by the Southern Poverty Law Center, Teaching Tolerance is dedicated to reducing prejudice, improving intergroup relations, and supporting equitable school experiences for our nation’s children.
The Nicollet County Historical Society is passionate about preserving and sharing the history of Nicollet County. Through educational programs, engaging exhibits, and outreach initiatives, the Society ensures that the story of the area and its people continues to inspire and inform future generations. For museum hours, admission, and visitor information, please visit www.nchsmn.org/visit.