HISTORY

Our Stories of the Anishinaabe, Treaties and Nations

Living with knowledge about the Treaties is more beneficial than not knowing them at all. One of the first steps toward healing is to learn about previous generations, and generations to come.

by Winona LaDuke, a renowned writer and economist on Minnesota’s White Earth Reservation and tribal member.

She also is co-curator of the Giiwedinong Museum.

HISTORY & TREATIES

These are stories of our past, present, and future.

A woman gestures toward historical documents and images on a museum wall, including a map and timeline cards. The room has soft lighting and wooden furnishings.
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Shagobay, a Great Chief of the Anishinaabe

Shagobay, a Great Chief of the Anishinaabe

Born along a St. Croix River tributary, Shagobay lived a long life, saw much change, and was part of many historic events.

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