The Research Center Presents: “Seven Women Strong”: The Hibbing 7 Strike

Come celebrate Women’s History Month by learning about the (in)famous “Hibbing 7”!

• 🗓️ Date: Thursday, March 26
• ⏰ Time: 5:00pm-7:30pm
• 📍 Location: MDC’s Taconite Square and Theater
• 💵 Cost: FREE
• ✍️ Registration: Not necessary, just show up!

During this educational evening, Allyse Freeman (MDC’s Museum and Research Center Director) will talk about Minnesota’s longest strike, which involved seven women who protested for fair wages, benefits, and contracts for more than four years (1987-1991). They picketed in sun, rain, sleet, and snow; held local rallies; marched on their employer’s headquarters in Minneapolis; and were at the heart of a court case that affirmed union protections.

Throughout her presentation, Allyse will put the strike in its broader historical and economic context, and she’ll answer audience questions.

The Evening’s Schedule: 

• 🖼️ 4:00pm: Free museum admission starts
• 🍸 5:00pm: Social hour (snacks, drinks chats)
• 👩🏻‍🏫 6:00pm: Allyse’s presentation starts
• 🗣️ 6:45pm: Q&A and story sharing starts
• 👋🏾 7:30pm: The event ends
• 🚪 8:00pm: The museum closes

Free light snacks will be provided (first come, first serve), and the Tire Bar will be open with yummy mocktails and cocktails for purchase.