Postcards

Learn about a new community art sculpture in New London, experience life in the fast lane with local St. Stephen racer, Ashley Mehrwerth, and travel to Morton for the annual Lower Sioux Wacipi.

Spend a day on the farm with chainsaw artist Jordan Dahl, hike through St. Cloud’s Quarry Park and Nature Reserve with plein air painter, Dan Mondloch, and explore the Ortonville prairie with photographer, John White.

Uncover the mystery of local clay with rural potter, John Larson, experience the camaraderie at The Annual Spoon Gathering put on by the Milan Village Art School and discover beautiful jewelry and Viking history from silversmith, Sandra Thompson.

Step into the colorful world of abstract art by Naomi Schliesman, watch a sci-fi short film set in the quiet town of Appleton, MN and see the steel sparks fly at the sculpture studio of Sam Spiczka.

Learn about the rich history of your local public television station.

See the Postcards team of Dana Johnson, Ben Dempcy and Kristofor Gieske perform special skits that will be interspersed with some of the most popular episodes of Postcards Season 7 thus far.

“Today I Am Going to Kill Myself But First I Am Going to Dance” -- a film about the legacy of the Fergus Falls State Hospital. The film was produced by Nik Nerburn, a journalist and independent filmmaker who served as a Springboard for the Arts Hinge Arts resident in Fergus Falls in the Spring of 2015. Nerburn created the film as part of his residency.

Fascinating stories about Grand Rapids’ Judy Garland and Olivia’s Michael Dowling.

Intriguing stories about miniature painter Kimberly Jansen of Worthington, muralist Tammy DeGruchy Grubbs of Pipestone and pipe carver Rona Johnston are featured.

Fascinating stories about the Schwanke Car, Truck and Tractor Museum in Willmar, the Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum in Alexandria and the Hinterland Vineyard in Clara City are featured.

"When the Call Comes" is the story of how the volunteers of the Morris Fire Department have served — not only as firefighters — but also as first-responders in a broad range of situations. The story follows the changing equipment as fire departments evolved from lines of citizens with buckets of water to today’s modern trucks and protective gear.

Excerpts from “Hello Montevideo,” a new international documentary; a story about wet plate photographer Dave Rambow of Pipestone; and an exploration of small-town baseball and the barnstorming Negro leagues that came to town.

Meet the Moorhead filmmaker Mike Scholtz and explore the mysterious and enchanting world of Basement Creatures.

Meet Spicer native Alexa Score and follow her journey from a Minnesota water sports enthusiast to cancer survivor and pro wakeboarder. Watch Lost Conquest and learn about local Viking culture and folklore.

Take a step back in time at the Forest City Stockade and make a trip to Fergus Falls with resident artist, Dana Sikkila and her inspirational dog, Murphy.

Explore some of the many facets of the Sauk Centre community. The Postcards team traveled to Sauk Centre in the summer of 2015 to interview Dave Simpkins, Roger Reinardy, Marlene Gwost and other community residents for the episode.

Visit Hutchinson, MN for an exciting music festival and a scenic trip to the Crow River Winery.