Community Calendar

Join us at Fairlawn Mansion for the next installment of our History Talk Series! Fairlawn Tour Guide and special guest Nolan Ewert will share a presentation on late 1800s mining, the births and deaths of two mine's profitabilities, what life was like as a miner, the risks and rewards of this life, how mineral profit funded the lives of the wealthy, and copper mining versus iron ore.
The event will discuss two distinct mines: The Denn Mine in Bisbee, AZ and the Pioneer Mine in Ely, MN.
Nolan will guide the audience through three incredible interactive activities throughout the presentation, and refreshments will be served during the event. Tickets may be purchased online at www.superiorhistoricproperties.org or at the door.

Celebrate 15 years of Pepperkakebyen Gingerbread City Duluth! Join Patrick for an afternoon of gingerbread house decorating, helpful tips and tricks, and a little history of this Duluth holiday tradition.

Pre-cut gingerbread pieces, frosting, candy, and all decorating supplies are included. Families and friends can work together on one house or register for multiple houses. Finished houses can become part of the Pepperkakebyen village at SOLCA.

Preregistration required by October 31. Register at: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/pepperkakebyen-ginger-bread-workshop

Can't attend the workshop? Homemade gingerbread houses are also welcome in the village. Drop off at SOLCA by November 13; no registration required.

Family Freedom Center invites the community to “It Takes a Village to Build Our Future,” its second annual fundraiser, on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at Greysolon Ballroom, 231 E. Superior St. in Duluth.
The evening will feature live music, dinner, dancing, and connection while celebrating the youth, families, entrepreneurs, and neighbors building the community’s future. Family Freedom Center will also share a major announcement about the future of entrepreneurship in Duluth.
Guests will hear stories of progress across the organization’s programs: youth becoming stronger readers, discovering their talents, and starting businesses; entrepreneurs turning ideas into income and working toward ownership; and families sharing their knowledge, strengthening relationships, and helping shape the organization’s work.

Animals & Prints - Nature-Inspired Block Printing Night
Friday November 13th, 2026 | 5:30-8:00 PM at the Lake Superior Zoo

Looking for a creative night out? Whether you're hoping to connect with other nature and craft lovers, plan a cozy girls’ evening, enjoy a unique date night, or just want to make something awesome without the sweat of carving and cleanup?We’ve got you covered!

Join Anna from Wild Kidd Design for a fun and relaxed DIY block printing session paired with your favorite local animals at the beautiful Lake Superior Zoo.

Cost:
$30 per person (includes one bandana OR tote & access to all block prints)

$5 for each additional bandana or print project

Pay $30 here to reserve your spot, any additional projects will be paid for at the door.

We encourage at the door donations to the zoo if you are willing!

What to Expect:
Drop in anytime between 5:30-6 PM (event wraps up at 8:00 PM)

Choose from 60+ hand-carved block prints inspired by nature, wildlife and the North Woods vibe

Select from 2-3 bandana and tote color options, then mix, match, and stamp to your heart’s content

Want to get extra creative? Bring your own t-shirt, tote bag, or fabric item to print on too!

Space is Limited – Reserve Your Spot!
We’re capping the event at 25 people to make sure everyone gets the space and materials they need. Get your ticket to guarantee your spot!

Walk-ins welcome only if space allows, with the best chance of getting in during the second half of the event. If you do not sign up I can not guarantee a spot for you but will try to fit you once those who have signed up finish their projects. Refunds will only be given if you reach out 8 days prior to the event.

Come for the crafting, stay for the animals, and leave with a one-of-a-kind creation (or three)! Can’t wait to print with you!

Feel free to email any questions (or last minute cancellations) to artkiddstudio@gmail.com

Excited to see you there!

- Anna Kidd at Wild Kidd Design

Visit our Arts and Crafts market full of unique work from local artist. Find a wide variety of beautiful handmade items for the perfect pick-me-up. Jewelry, cards, home decor, hand dyed yarn and clothing, baked goods and jams and so much more!

The St. Louis County Historical Society, under the guidance of the SLCHS American Indian Advisory Committee, is proud to announce its annual Native American Heritage Day from 11 AM to 3 PM on Saturday, November 14, 2026. This year’s event is in partnership with the University of Minnesota-Duluth's American Indian Learning Resource Center and Indigenous Student Organization and will be held in the Kirby Ballroom at the University of Minnesota-Duluth. The event is free and open to all.

Native American Heritage Day gives anyone who is curious the opportunity to see, hear, and taste our regional Ojibwe culture. The theme of this year’s event is Native Creativity. Chat with local Ojibwe artists, view their work, and learn more about how Native identity influences their creativity. There will be opportunities to purchase artwork and make crafts of your own!

The Historical Society will also be unveiling the design for our new Lake Superior Ojibwe Gallery, scheduled to open in June 2027. Gary Lundstrom, exhibit designer and fabricator, has constructed a scale model of the new exhibit, which will be on display at the SLCHS table.

At noon, enjoy a panel discussion with local artists Moira Villiard, Karen Savage Blue, and Linda LeGarde Grover. While you listen, enjoy a free lunch from The Food Stand.

Following the Historical Society’s event, the Indigenous Student Organization will host a Round Dance from 4 PM to 9 PM, also in the Kirby Ballroom.

The St. Louis County Historical Society thanks Jody O’Connor and Jeremy Wilson from the American Indian Learning Resource Center, as well as Sean Drift and Jazzmine Long, co-presidents of the Indigenous Student Organization, for all their help organizing the event. Thank you to the 1854 Treaty Authority and North Shore Bank for financial support.

The mission of the American Indian Advisory Committee is to advise the Society on matters relating to the research, collection, preservation and interpretation of Minnesota Indian people's history; to assist in the planning, development and evaluation of such activities and initiatives as exhibitions, publications, public programs, curatorial policy, and access to data and information that pertain to Indian history and culture; and to serve as a resource and liaison between the Society and Indian people of the region.

Watch the Big Game at the Cedar Lounge, bring a hot dish, wear your colors & get a complimentary shot when your team scores, and get even more deals when you have an account on our app!

App users also get 20 oz pours of Superior Club Light Lager for 16 oz price + Double punch punch-card day! (visit punch & 6-pack punch cards)

Football game starts at noon!

Breathe deep, open your mind, and stretch your arms wide with us as we celebrate our vast American landscape. From the wide-spaced harmonies of An Outdoor Overture and Howard Hanson’s cinematic “Romantic” Symphony, through the celestial expanse of Jennifer Higdon’s meditation on loss, to Dvořák’s jubilant Te Deum, tonight we explore what lies beyond the horizon. 

Bring your puzzles, books, board games and other hobbies you want to trade just in time for holiday and cozy season! Bring a hobby, take a hobby, drink a pint!

PLUS! Work on a puzzle while you browse, we will have a community puzzle to work on.

Join us for the 21st annual Veterans Memorial Hall Remembrance Dinner on Thursday, December 3, 2026, in the Great Hall at the St. Louis County Depot.

This year’s keynote presentation, “Shipbuilding in the Twin Ports During World War II,” will be presented by Stephen B. Daniel.

During World War II, shipyards throughout Duluth and Superior built military and support vessels for the war effort. Stephen Daniel will explore where these ships were built, the types of vessels produced, and the people who worked in the local shipyards, including the important role women played as many men left the region for military service.

The evening begins with a social hour at 5:00 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:00 p.m. and the keynote presentation at 7:00 p.m. Dinner will be catered by Valentini’s, and guests may also participate in a silent auction.

Tickets are $65 per person.

Join us for an evening of remembrance and local history, highlighting the remarkable contribution the Twin Ports made to America’s World War II effort.