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They will understand how history shapes, inspires, and informs the present. As a result they will be better citizens of their communities, their state, their country, and the world.</p><h2>Strategic Imperatives</h2><h3>Transforming Access</h3><p>Transform our programs and services to better leverage and incorporate technology, creating innovative technological programs that blend onsite and online experiences to engage existing audiences in more meaningful ways, attract new audiences, and remove barriers to accessing MNHS content and programming.</p><h3>Reenvisioning Space</h3><p>Push history to all corners of Minnesota, beyond the confines of our existing properties.</p><h3>Expanding Authority and Expertise</h3><p>Partner with communities and organizations to seek, acknowledge, elevate, and share hidden histories, diverse stories, and non-traditional expertise.</p><h3>Creating a Sustainable Future</h3><p>Build out and support the infrastructure needed to achieve programmatic objectives in alignment with our financial and human resources.</p><h2>Our Mission Delivery</h2><p>The Minnesota Historical Society is a dynamic and widely recognized educational organization that is a trusted resource for history. It is highly valued for its historical resources, educational impact, service, advocacy and leadership:</p><ul><li>As a <strong>service-oriented and accessible repository</strong> of state archival, documentary, photographic, archaeological, and museum collections, and a center for research.</li><li>As an <strong>effective leader</strong> of and partner in educational initiatives and learning opportunities for all Minnesotans.</li><li>As the state鈥檚 <strong>premier presenter</strong> of history exhibitions and programs.</li><li>As the <strong>preserver</strong> and presenter of a compelling network of historic sites that make history meaningful for visitors and are supported by their local communities.</li><li>As a <strong>leading publisher</strong> of content about Minnesota and its history in traditional and digital media for a variety of audiences.</li><li>As a <strong>partner</strong> in expanding historic preservation and in providing professional field services, increasing the capacity of history and heritage organizations statewide.</li></ul><h2>Our Values</h2><p dir="ltr">The Minnesota Historical Society exists to serve all the people of Minnesota. 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