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Writers Project booth, Works Progress Administration exhibit, State Fair

Writers Project booth, Works Progress Administration exhibit, State Fair, c.1938.

Minnesota: A State Guide

Cover image of "Minnesota: A State Guide"

WPA Federal Writers' Project, 1935–1943

During the Great Depression, the Works Progress Administration created the Federal Writers' Project to employ writers who could not find work. These writers created guidebooks and ethnic history resources that are still used today.

Alexis J. Fournier painting "Summer Skies"

Alexis J. Fournier painting "Summer Skies," c.1947.

Alexis Jean Fournier

Alexis Jean Fournier c.1930.

The Glen by Moonlight

Alexis J. Fournier painting "The Glen by Moonlight," c.1890.

St. Anthony Falls and Suspension Bridge

Alexis J. Fournier painting "St. Anthony Falls and Suspension Bridge", c.1885.

Alexis Jean Fournier (on right), with Richard LaGallienne

Alexis Jean Fournier (on right), with English writer Richard LaGallienne, 1908.

Chapel of St. Paul

Alexis J. Fournier painting "Chapel of St. Paul," 1888.

Alexis Jean Fournier with painter's palette

Alexis Jean Fournier with painter's palette, c. 1930.

Gale Family Library