Ice skating has long been part of Minnesotarsquo;s identity and winter traditions. In this podcast we examine the beginnings of the sport in the state as well as some early innovators who had national and worldwide impact. Enjoy the history, and then get out there ndash; the ice is perfect!
Sondra Reierson





Music credit: nbsp;Chabrier - Espantilde;a ft. NE Iowa high school musicians (Jason Weinberger #38; the WCFSO) / CC BY 3.0

Ice skating has long been part of Minnesotarsquo;s identity and winter traditions. In this podcast we examine the beginnings of the sport in the state as well as some early innovators who had national and worldwide impact. Enjoy the history, and then get out there ndash; the ice is perfect! Sondra Reierson Music credit: nbsp;Chabrier - Espantilde;a ft. NE Iowa high school musicians (Jason Weinberger #38; the WCFSO) / CC BY 3.0

History on Ice!

Every object tells a story, and Collections Up Close presents short, illustrated features that highlight the stories and history behind selected items in the Minnesota Historical Society's museum collections.

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History on Ice!

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