Annette St. Dennis Minneapolis Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes 1970. File history. In 1944, this led to an unexpected situation when in that December, not one but two current reigning Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes were conquered by Cupid in uniform! With the advent of World War II, American marriage rates skyrocketed. Hennepin History Museum is home to the Historic Aquatennial Collection. Princesses: Carla Gustafson | Kari (Arthur) Carlson, Miss Anoka: Susan (Svitak) Carey 1961 Actor Valley Of The Dragons Jules Verne Fantasy Sci Fi Columbia 8X10 Photo (#225363130851) l***e . . This was the first time in the history of Aquatennial that the alternate envelope was opened because an ambassador . Use tab to navigate through the menu items. (Minneapolis, Minn.) On Saturday, July 23, the Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization named the 2023 Minneapolis Queen of the Lakes, and Aquatennial Princesses at the ambassador coronation: Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes: Kaia Schomburg of Northfield, MN, Aquatennial Princess: Kezia Lee of Cokato, MN, Aquatennial Princess: Brooklyn Werner of Gibbon, MN. This same year Amandas sister, Katrina, was an ambassador. Jennifer (Dock) Avilla Minneapolis Aquatennial Princess 1994 -Taken from a 1987 Article inThe Anoka County Union. Young single women representing cities and companies across the state gather in Minneapolis each year to compete for the opportunity to serve on the Aquatennial royal court. She enjoyed reminiscing with fellow alumni and welcoming the newest former Queen of the Lakes into the group. Princess Cay and Princess Sally each received $25 and a cosmetic kit. Box 128 | Anoka, MN 55303. Alyssa represented Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial in July of 2009. # museum history# Once at MIA# Queen of Lakes# StoriesMIA. Miss Anoka: Jennifer (Dock) Avilla Thismeant no lights and no music. Miss U.S.A. 1976, Barbara Peterson was a special guest at the coronation. Emcees at the Queen of the Lakes Coronation were Cedric Adams and . "After Being Axed, the Popular Milk Carton Boat Race Returns to Minneapolis." . Pamela Albinsons homecoming included crowning her successor, Marilyn Roden. Young single women representing cities and companies across the state gather in Minneapolis each year to compete for the opportunity to serve on the Aquatennial royal court. Miss Anoka: Terrianne McNaughton The decision was made not to replace her that year. Princesses: Erin (Boelter) Dennie | Amy Smith Some time in 1933, a group of young women were escorted to the GreenTheater in downtown Anoka to compete for the Miss Anoka title. Joe & Diane Anderla chaperoned Jennifer to Japan in 1994. "Crowning Memories and Lost Images: The Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes." Hennepin History 61, no. 1965 Miss Rockford- Carol "Punky" (Pearson) Johnson. The Queen Coronation was held at Greenhaven Country Club in thesummer of 1961. Miss Anoka: Nancy (Purcell) Anderson | Diane (Sather) Gramstad Sharolyn (Frampton) Caplette Minneapolis Aquatennial Queen of theLakes 1978. Erin represented Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial in July of 2011. Ambassadors: Martha LaBine | Amber Watkins | Abby Haubner Miss Dominion of Canada 1978, Brigitte Hofmann, was a special guest at the coronation. The Queen of the Lakes played an important role in the Aquatennial festival, providing a dose of pageantry that enthralled audiences across the state and the world. In 1987, a Twin Cities-based Japanese business firm, Minne International Affairs, was impressed with Anokas Halloween celebration and invited Martha Weaver to Osaka and Kobe Japan as their guest to see how Halloween is celebrated in Japan. This year marked the last for the acting leadership of Sharolyn Carlson and Sonja Weiler. Not pictured: Lisa Franxman. Included in this collection is a photographic record of the legendary Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes. RMGXFMGD - Beauty Queens wave from old buses during the Cheyenne Frontier Days parade past the state capital building July 23, 2015 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Miss Dominion of Canada 1977, Jackie Dreher, was a special guest at the coronation. Miss Anoka: Kristin (Young) Harper Included in this collection is a photographic record of the legendary Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes. Here are some of the activities happening in Minneapolis during the Aquatennial celebration: Wednesday: CenterPoint Energy Torchlight Parade (7:30 p.m.) Thursday: Music in the Park at The Commons . Ambassadors: Molly Grailer | Jessica (Nordberg) Kankelfitz | Allie Skaalerud For the first few parades the ambassadors rode in a convertible loaned to us by Coon Rapids Chrysler. No princesses were crownedin this year. Now in its 64th year, Glenwood Waterama has been pleasing crowds for generations. Jeff DeKeuster - Visiting Dignitaries. Eva passed away quietly on November 21. Nancy was the first Anokan to wear the Aquatennial crown that is still used today. Miss Anoka: Neysa (Olson) Silver And here we have a cartographic guide to the second Aquatennial festival, which was held July 20-28, 1940. 62 young women participated in the candidate program this year. The next year will be in 2022. The menu is always the same: Minikahda chicken salad and sticky rolls. The objects of this week come from a trunk donated by Mike Hogan, an Aqua Jester clown between 1950 and 1990. A Memorial service for 1941 Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes Eva (Brunson) Steiner took place on Tuesday in Minneapolis. A few of the civic organizations/events he has been involved in include, Eagan Rotary Club, Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce, Eagan Sesquicentennial, Eagan Fourth of July Funfest, Open Door, American Cancer Society Real Men Wear Pink Ambassador program, and Eagan Citizens for Crime Prevention. The former Miss Anoka, Pam Albinson, served as queen in 1962. Past/current royalty are as follows: Bert Baston: Baston resumed . We regret to inform you that our building is not fully accessible and does require climbing stairs. This began a nearly 10-year gift of international goodwill extended to Anoka Halloween, Inc. Ralph & Elaine Petter chaperoned Martha to Japan in 1988. The program ended up attracting 25 candidates for the 2004 festival. Early Queens were typically sponsored by businesses; in 1970, the switch was made to candidates representing communities. 2015 Queen of the Lakes Laura Swartz (pictured with . Home; Visit; Exhibits & Programs. 3 (Summer 1989): 23-27. When 2019 Miss Hutchinson Erika Tillmann passed on her crown this past June, it turned out her time as royalty was not yet finished. The Minneapolis Aquatennial originated in 1940 as an annual multi-day outdoor event celebrating the city's famous lakes, streams and rivers. Princesses: Kathleen Carter | Kathy Landberg | Sharon Larrabee (In Memoriam) Jean Johnson Aquatennial Queen Auditorium Floor 8x10 Image Vintage Press Photo. If you know what happened during this time, please e-mailAnokaRoyalty@gmail.comand share the story. Terri Johnson - Membership/Alumni. Princesses: Beth Koppes | Lillian Stamper | Molly Prozinski Carla Gustafson | Kari (Arthur) Carlson, Carrie (Erickson) Carlson | Kari (Smith) Rusert. This marked the first year of acting leadership for Angie Springer. In 1961, Mr. & Mrs. Rex Erickson decided to bring back the Miss Anoka Contest after over a decade since the last choosing of a king and queen, when the contestants were elementary school students. Maria & Tom Jenson chaperoned Neysa and Sara (1995) to Japan in 1997. In July, 20 year old JoAnn Melberg (pictured above courtesy of Sheldon Smith), the Sweetheart of Sigma Chi fraternity at the University of Minnesota and Robbinsdale's Queen of the Lakes candidate was crowned as the 1953 Minneapolis Aquatennial Queen. . In the case of Queens Margaret Cary and Nancy Thum (above), the collection and its stories provides a peek at what it was like to be a young adult in World War II-era Minnesota. The . Checks made out to the Aquatennial Ambassador Organization may be sent to: Aquatennial Ambassador Organization Diane, Kathy,and Karen reigned over 1967 Anoka Halloween and 1968 AnokaHalloween. These experiences included visiting Minneapolis hallmarks and events like The Womans Club of Minneapolis, the Aquatennial Parade, and Aquatennial Fireworks. The Queen of the Lakes and two Aquatennial Princesses are chosen to represent the festival and city of Minneapolis all over the state, nation and world. Photo Royalty Beautiful Women Crowns Princess King 8x10 Vintage Image Original. MNHS call number: Reading Room F612.H52 H4 v.48:3. . In 2018 she was selected as Miss Hutchinson and Hutchinson Jaycee Water Carnival Miss Congeniality. Karen George served as President of Anoka Halloween, Inc. in 2008 & 2009, and as a Minneapolis Aquatennial Captain in 2014. Lauren represented Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial in July of 2018. Ruth married Fred Moore, who was a prominent businessman and schoolboard president in 1935. MINNEAPOLIS AQUATENNIAL AMBASSADOR ORGANIZATION ANNOUNCES 2023 . Kaia, Kezia, and Brooklyn will now represent the City of Minneapolis across the state of Minnesota and North America, making over 250 appearances over the next year. The behind the scenes of a national drag queen contest in New York City, including the rehearsals leading up to the contest, the conversations in the dressing room and the jealousies that emerge before and after the competition. Along with the parades, the Queen of the Lakes contest has been an Aquatennial mainstay since 1940, drawing contestants from local pageants across the state. Molly represented Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial in July of 2010. Miss Anoka: Heidi (Rootes) Wold Above: Mike Hogans oversized clown shoes were part of the gift to Hennepin History Museum that included his Aqua Jester trunk and coat. Originating in 1940, the Minneapolis Aquatennial is an annual event which highlights the summer activities in and around the lakes and rivers of the City of Minneapolis. Young single women representing cities and companies across the state gather in Minneapolis each year to compete for the opportunity to serve on the Aquatennial royal court. Scott prides himself on being a family first man, he has been married for thirty-six years to his wonderful wife, Carol. Despite performing for laughs, many clowns take their craft seriously, working to perfect their appearance and comedic act. The winning couple, Graciela Koppers & Steve Heimple, were welcomed to Anoka by hundreds of students and well-wishers when their helicopter landed at Goodrich Field. LuAnn Simms with local broadcaster Bob DeHaven. Miss Anoka: Stephanie Harstad A newspaper clipping from June 27, 1969, states that the Miss Anoka Contest has been dropped after the decision was made by the Anoka Halloween, Inc. board of directors. Nichelle Hackert served as an Aquatennial Princess from January 2007-July 2007 after the Queen of the Lakes stepped down to serve her country in the National Guard. Included in this collection is a photographic record of the legendary Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes. In his thirty-seven-year banking career, Scott has become passionate about community banking due to the industry's commitment to the neighbors and communities. The Queen and her Commodore are Minneapolis' goodwill ambassadors to the world. 2001 Killebrew Drive Suite 100 Bloomington, MN 55425. Click here to donate today. Eva requested memorials be made in her name to the AAO Aquatennial Ambassador Scholarship Program. This marked the first year of acting leadership by Katrina Funder. The picnics were a celebration of a revolutionary victory and a turning point in American history. Minneapolis Aquatennial Souvenir Program Collection, 1940 . 2023 Aquatennial Crew; APPEARANCES; . Miss Anoka: Pamela Jo Albsinson Anoka Halloween asked the Chamber ofCommerce to take over the program, but they declined. Princesses: Cindy Mealhouse Ambassadors: Cassie Nigh | Jenny Regenscheid | Erin (Messer) Echternach A student at Hamline University, Gail was also Hamline Snow Queen. If youve ever thought of donning a red nose and some oversized shoes, this may be your time to shine. Princesses: Pamela Mason | Shelly (Heinen) Ferris Scott has also served as the chair of the Eagan Sesquicentennial and the Eagan July 4th Funfest. Princesses: Kathy Mahany | Karen Brandell | Patti Danielson They have three fantastic daughters, Anna (Andrew), Sarah, and Laura. Learn more about their professional, community and social lives in their bios below. Miss Anoka: Jolene (Leadens) Radermacher 2015 Queen of the Lakes Laura Swartz (pictured with Eva) remembers her as, "beautiful and elegant in every way. The selection team considered a variety of criteria including professionalism, public speaking ability, current and future goals, education and co-curricular/extracurricular activities. She graduated from University of Minnesota and is involved as the Academic Advisor of her sorority, Kappa Alpha Theta at the U of MN. . candidates' families and friends, city . Fun on-the-go activities for the whole family . Full bios can be found here. Katie also . Try to identify some of the most iconic locations in the city. Princesses: Christine (Jones) Lindquist | Jennifer Schlueter 1953 Pioneer Days- Ardy (Lambert) Westerhaus. Miss Anoka: Jean Hoogestraat Ed Streater, who designed and directed its . Aquatennial: 50 Fabulous Years, Queen of the Lakes Barbara Stockdill Golden Valley, Queen of the Lakes Jennifer Tolrud Richfield, Princess Kerri Heckenlaible East Bethel, Queen of the Lakes Sandra Polesky Sleepy Eye, Queen of the Lakes Julie Melin Miss Sons of Norway, 1985 - Between Friends/Entre Amis: A Salute to Canada. 3 (Summer 1989): pp. Aquatennial has hosted politicians, celebrities, and news attention throughout its history. In 2012, Jenny, stepped into a leadership role of running the Anoka Royal Ambassador Program. Past month; Great find. MINNEAPOLIS AQUATENNIAL AMBASSADOR ORGANIZATION ANNOUNCES 2023 QUEEN OF THE LAKES AND PRINCESSES, Earlier in the week, the 2023 Commodore and Captains were revealed: Scott Swenson will serve as Commodore; Lisa Franxman and Tammy McCanna will be Captains. Mo was born in Minneapolis to George B. Wagner and Luverne Alice Wagner. During the 1950s, the Queen of the Lakes traveled more than 100,000 miles annually! The photo here, part of our extensive historic Aquatennial collection, was taken during a hot week in August. In 1940, Eva Brunson Steiner served as the first Minneapolis Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes. Queen Patricia Kelzer represented the Shakopee Jaycees. Today, membership is waning. Ambassadors: Amy (Hastings) Skatula | Kristin (Benson) Hazeman | Tzvetelina Pramatarov The Queen of the Lakes played an important role in the Aquatennial festival, providing a dose of pageantry that enthralled audiences across the state and the world. 1960 Queen of the Lakes Gail Nygaard originally served as Miss Willmar although at the time of her coronation her family had relocated to Minneapolis, where her father was minister of Simpson Methodist Church. Minneapolis Aquatennial: The beginning. In addition to her work, Lisa takes an active role in service to the community by doing her part to keep it vibrant and healthy. Shown here are a representative sampling of some of the reigning Queen of the Lakes from years gone by. Preserving and maintaining the Historic Aquatennial Collection takes resources and money. A new Anoka Princess was named, too, Peggy Coleman. (Above: 1941 Queen of the Lakes Evan Brunson). Weknow Mary and Cindy reigned as princesses during the 1969 festival andwe think they continued to represent Anoka in 1970. In a professional capacity, Scott serves as Senior Vice President/Chief Banking Officer/Shareholder at Drake Bank. Please stop by the Museum to learn more. In Hennepin History, vol. Clubhouse: The antebellum-style clubhouse has expansive views of Lake Calhoun. Submitted photo Mahli Wold at the Torchlight Parade with crown sister Princess Lilian from this past year's royalty. 1989 marks the year when Anoka agreed to send their Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes Candidate after she had completed her reign with Anoka. Aquatennial was a virtual event in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Ron & Pat Ward chaperoned Melinda to Japan in 1989, Christine (Jones) Lindquist | Jennifer Schlueter, Melanie Kalbow | Jennifer (Foss) Gilliland, Gill & Lois Dullinger chaperoned Kristin to Japan in 1991, Connie (Jedneak) High | Mindy Kennen |, Amy Mefford | Maggie Ward | Janelle Bittman, Molly Rowe | Kelly McCall | Lanise Olson, Andrea Scott | Christine Steinke | Gretchen (Wagner) Nealon, Justine (Riley) Rapuano | Erica Rose | Kimarr (Smith) Lee, Sarah (Foss) Stritesky | Tammy (Gray) Ramberg | Genny Emery, Amy represents Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes Program. Kathleen Carter filled out the term of Miss Sharon Larrabee when Sharon unexpectedly passed away during her reign. Princesses: Connie (Jedneak) High | Mindy Kennen | Karla (Heinen) Anderla. The name "Aquatennial" was chosen by contest to highlight the abundance of lakes, rivers, and parks around Minneapolis. Noteworthy Event: Prim and proper luncheon for all past Aquatennial Queens, held each July. She supports the business community as current Treasurer and past President of Rosemount Rotary Club, as well as Treasurer for the Dakota Regional Chamber of Commerce including its charitable foundation. As the 2006 queen, Katie represented Minneapolis and the state over the past year. Miss Anoka: Holly (Lysdahl) Cotner She enjoys hiking, fishing, and archery. Earlier in the week, the 2023 Commodore and Captains were revealed: Scott Swenson will serve as Commodore; Lisa Franxman and Tammy McCanna will be Captains. Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization, Copyright 2022 Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization (AAO) |Privacy. Cloud, Queen of the Lakes Marilyn Lindstrom Joliffe - Army, Queen of the Lakes Nancy Thom Engelbert* - Womens Army Corps, Queen of the Lakes Patty Carlson Manheim Coast Guard, Queen of the Lakes Barbara Matson Woodward - Navy, Queen of the Lakes Vivian Hofstad Semple Miss Sears Robuck Company, 1941 - Visit and Take Part in the 1941 Aquatennial, Queen of the Lakes Eva Brunson Steiner Miss Northwestern Bell*, Queen of the Lakes Joyce Moen Herrick* Fergus Falls. Hennepin County, and World War II history can be viewed in Special Collections at Minneapolis Central Library. Following policy, thejudges always pick a third candidate to reign in the event any princess ofthe present royalty is unable to perform her duties. They crowned the 1969 royalty during the 1968 festival. Hennepin County's famous Aquatennial has been part of the Minneapolis summer since 1940. 1969-70 Miss Rockford- Diane (Yonak) Welzien. See all. 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