The French-American Heritage Foundation (FAHF) believes that every family history is a vital thread in the fabric of Minnesota’s story. While we are not a genealogical society, we provide the resources and historical context you need to uncover your French and French-Canadian roots.
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Use the library below to explore our inventory of historical articles, family genealogies, maps, songs, and FAHF publications and materials.
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Petit garçon (Graeme Allwright)
A popular French folk-pop holiday song by Graeme Allwright.
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Petit Papa Noël (Céline Dion)
Classic holiday song performed by Céline Dion.
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Brendan Chartrand on Fiddle (with Asham Stompers)
A showcase of Métis fiddling by Brendan Chartrand accompanying the Asham Stompers.
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Évangéline en quête
A feature documentary exploring the success and myth of the Évangéline phenomenon.
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History of the Métis Jig Dance
A video presentation providing the historical background and cultural significance of the traditional Métis jig.
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La Montagne Tortue (Turtle Mountain)
A cultural resource from the Métis Museum featuring the song “We’re going to Turtle Mountain” with lyrics in Michif and…
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Le son des Français d’Amérique
A massive series exploring the Francophone culture and traditional music across North America, produced by the National Film Board of…
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Le Son des Français d’Amérique (Video)
Historical film from the 1970s featuring French-speaking Métis communities in Manitoba.
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Maple Sugar (The Lyons Sisters – Métis Jiggers)
Traditional Métis dance performance to the classic tune “Maple Sugar” featuring the Lyons Sisters.
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Maroon – On the Trail of Creoles in North America
André Gladu explores Louisiana’s Creole culture and the emergence of jazz, searching for the roots of this unique mixed-race society…
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