‘I Thee Wed: Histories of Marriage in Beltrami County’ Opening

“Although marriage is present in virtually all cultures, the ceremonies, rules, and roles of and in marriage differ from community to community,” shares Emily Thabes, Executive Director of the Historical Society. “Our exhibit will share some of the regional cultural aspects of marriage that we honor and celebrate, as well as photographs of many couples married in Beltrami County across the years. Additionally, we intend to highlight a few specific stories that may give visitors a new perspective on the meaning and purpose of marriage across the decades.”