Not uncommon in Twin Cities history, a friendly sibling rivalry between Minneapolis and Saint Paul seems to have arisen even with their clown troupes. To combat this stigma, Aqua Jesters follow a strict code of ethics, with the guiding principle to make others laugh at their own expense rather than embarrassing their audience. Early Queens were typically sponsored by businesses; in 1970, the switch was made to candidates representing communities. "Crowning Memories and Lost Images: The Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes," by Judy Mellin. Oldtimers remember when a small delegation of businessmen in the Civic and Commerce Association took a trip to Winnipeg on the visit by the king and queen of England. Ambassadors: Lexi Bergevin | Katrina (Funder) Weight | Becca (Jarson) Walker 100 South 1st Street Princesses: Eileen Enge | Kathy Purcell. Aquatennial has hosted politicians, celebrities, and news attention throughout its history. This event features approximately. On a more sinister note, horror films featuring antagonistic clowns and sightings of people wearing creepy clown costumes to terrorize others have left many people with a fear or dislike of clowns, and have harmed the reputation of these performers. Ambassadors: Molly Grailer | Jessica (Nordberg) Kankelfitz | Allie Skaalerud Here at Hennepin History Museum, our extensive historic Aquatennial collection has extensive files filled with historic photographs, scrapbooks, coronation gowns, and crowns associated with the Queen of the Lakes. 1989 marks the year when Anoka agreed to send their Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes Candidate after she had completed her reign with Anoka. . Program History. Gretchen Wagner represented Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes in the summer of 1995. The decision was made not to replace her that year. The Aquatennial Ambassador Organization is excited to introduce the 2023 Commodore and Captains! #Alumni #AAO #Aquatennial #Scholarship #EvaBrunson #Steiner #1941QueenoftheLakes, Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization, Copyright 2022 Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization (AAO) |Privacy. Sara (LaDue) Narr Minneapolis Aquatennial Princess 1997. Jun 8, 2021. Collections; . Princesses: Kathleen Carter | Kathy Landberg | Sharon Larrabee (In Memoriam) Hennepin History Museum is home to the Historic Aquatennial Collection. # museum history# Once at MIA# Queen of Lakes# StoriesMIA. In addition to the interview process, the candidates also participated in leadership and personal development, and other unique experiences throughout the week. Princesses: Sarah (Foss) Stritesky | Tammy (Gray) Ramberg | Genny Emery Princesses: Carrie (Erickson) Carlson | Kari (Smith) Rusert. Clubhouse: The antebellum-style . Princesses: Molly Rowe | Kelly McCall | Lanise Olson Lisa also sits on the Citizen Advisory Council for the Dakota County Sheriffs department. Click here to donate today. 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. Lisa has three adult children and one granddaughter and currently resides in Rosemount with her daughter, Danielle. . Miss Anoka: Stephanie Harstad Join us for the Aquatennial's CenterPoint Energy Torchlight Parade, set to take place Wednesday, July 20 at 7:30 p.m. on Nicollet beginning at 12th Street and running to 4th Street. . A history of royalty . A few fun facts about his family are that all five have passed the CPA exam, are organ donor advocates (Scotts wife received a donated kidney last year), and are big Disney geeks. MISSION & HISTORY; LEADERSHIP; AAO SHOP; AAO NEWS; AMBASSADORS. Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization, Copyright 2022 Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization (AAO) |Privacy, The AAO Announces the 2023 Commodore and Captains, Copyright 2022 Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization (AAO) |. The Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador Organization (AAO) is a nonprofit Section 501(c)(3) public charity focusing on Community, Leadership and Scholarship . More info. Then our dresses were placed over the contraption. Polly Benson Minneapolis Aquatennial Princess 1984. 2022 Aqua Crew. 3 (Summer 2002): pp. Try out the Aquatennial Scavenger Hunt! 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. -Taken from a 1987 Article inThe Anoka County Union. 3 (Summer 2002): 4-34. 2015 Queen of the Lakes Laura Swartz (pictured with . 1944 Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes Patricia Carlsen in Mia's fountain court. During the 1950s, the Queen of the Lakes traveled more than 100,000 miles annually! In addition, his family is active in All Saints Lutheran Church in Eagan. Forster, a 2008 graduate of Delano High School, is the . Nancy was the first Anokan to wear the Aquatennial crown that is still used today. Jul 23, 2010. LuAnn Simms with local broadcaster Bob DeHaven. Wold had an entire week of events, judging and personal and . s funds for scholarships for St. Louis Park High School graduating seniors. Scott has also served as the chair of the Eagan Sesquicentennial and the Eagan July 4th Funfest. She enjoyed reminiscing with fellow alumni and welcoming the newest former Queen of the Lakes into the group. Miss Anoka: Nancy Lyke Kneefe Preserving and maintaining the Historic Aquatennial Collection takes resources and money. So, too, have been its royalty, including the festivals Queen of the Lakes. Eva passed away quietly on November 21. Molly represented Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial in July of 2010. + $4.99 shipping. She is also a member of the St Louis Park Parktacular Festival committee helping with special events. . Diane was crowned on July 25, 1967. Chin, Richard. Please stop by the Museum to learn more. P.O. A permanent pier was built along the back channel. $19.99 + $4.99 shipping. The picnics were a celebration of a revolutionary victory and a turning point in American history. Patricia Kelzer, 1972 (with Minneapolis Mayor Charles Stenvig). Later, Humphrey wrote, a womens clown group called the Powder Puffs was formed because females were not allowed to join the male troupes. Marilyn was also a candidate for the Queen on the Lakes program duringthe 1962 Aquatennial, which ran from July 12- July 20. Ambassadors: Crystal (Geist-Lindberg) Scott | Mariah (Albertson) Johnson | Kelli (Goodwin) Erickson Ruth married Fred Moore, who was a prominent businessman and schoolboard president in 1935. Princesses: Cynthia Ann Holasz | Jill Brock Nancy Thom, shown above, took over the royal duties. Anoka Halloween asked the Chamber ofCommerce to take over the program, but they declined. 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. Miss Anoka: Sara (LaDue) Narr Princess Erin Westlund - Hutchinson, Queen of the Lakes Haley Rogers - Albertville, Queen of the Lakes Vanessa Gonzalez - Northfield, Princess Elizabeth Brimeyer - Maple Grove, Queen of the Lakes Carolyn Meyer - Northfield, Queen of the Lakes Maricia Pacheco - Farmington, Queen of the Lakes Laura Swartz - Willmar, 2014 - 75th Anniversary & The Best Days of Summer, Queen of the Lakes Riley (Bruns) Fournier- Annandale, Queen of the Lakes Carly Smith Red Wing, Senior Vice Commodore Terry Lee Hoppenrath, Queen of the Lakes Amanda Bertrand Montevideo, Queen of the Lakes Alissa Hibst Svenskarnas Dag, Queen of the Lakes Alexandra Forster Delano, Queen of the Lakes Tara Litwinchuk Maple Grove, Queen of the Lakes Charissa Pederson Monticello, Queen of the Lakes Jessica Gaulke Robbinsdale (July '06-Jan '07), Queen of the Lakes Jenna Bernhardson Svenskarnas Dag (Jan '07-July '07), Princess Jenna Bernhardson Svenskarnas Dag (July '06-Jan '07), Princess Nichelle Hackert Anoka (Jan '07-July '07), Queen of the Lakes Katie Nelson Paynesville, Queen of the Lakes Marie Hansen New Brighton, Queen of the Lakes Sandra Vucinovich Lakeville, Princess Courtney TerWisscha Clara City, Queen of the Lakes Megan Harms Lake City, Queen of the Lakes Natalie Neubauer Hutchinson, Queen of the Lakes Lisa Carlson Willmar, Queen of the Lakes Emily Aus Granite Falls, Queen of the Lakes Kelly Gahlon Willmar Fests, Natalka Kramarczuk - Arts and Entertainment, Queen of the Lakes Carrie Nevitt Glenwood, Princess Katie Hendrickson Svenskarnas Dag, Lezlee Vrleze-Cole - Arts and Entertainment, Queen of the Lakes Christine Scherping Melrose, Lezlee Vrieze-Cole - Arts and Entertainment, Queen of the Lakes Bethany Hibbard - East Bethel, Queen of the Lakes Robyn Johnson Crystal, Queen of the Lakes Kacie Cassidy Robbinsdale, Princess Renee Anderson Svenskarnas Dag, Queen of the Lakes Brenda Flury Rockford, Princess Jacqueline Hakes Crosby-Ironton, Princess Natalka Kramarczuk Northeast Minneapolis, Queen of the Lakes Lisa Gratz Crosby-Ironton, Queen of the Lakes Jennifer Munson Fridley, 1989 - AHHHH! 1972 The present 20 by 60 ft. pavilion was built with a steel frame on a cement base. The 22-year-old was crowned the 2022 Queen of the Lakes during the Aquatennial Ambassador Coronation Saturday at the Hopkins Center for the Arts in downtown Hopkins. Their stories are part of the Aquatennial story, but also provide a glimpse into broader historical trends and experiences. 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. Clem Gruber was the Queen Committee Chairman andKen Peterson was Master of Ceremonies. All of her characteristics provide balance and perspective along with rich experiences that make her grounded and grateful. RMGXFMGD - Beauty Queens wave from old buses during the Cheyenne Frontier Days parade past the state capital building July 23, 2015 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Pamela Albinsons homecoming included crowning her successor, Marilyn Roden. The Anoka Halloween Royal Ambassador Program supports the growth and development of young women in Anoka through scholarship, achievement, and grace. the Queen of the Lakes contest has been an Aquatennial mainstay . Lauren represented Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial in July of 2018. Queen of the Lakes Carolyn Meyer - Northfield. Enjoy AquaTivities. This past Saturday she was named as one of two 2020 Aquatennial princesses. 2021 Copyright - Anoka Royalty Ambassador Program | All Rights Reserved. Miss Anoka: Terrianne McNaughton Described as one who adored the Aquatennial, Eva stayed connected with past Aquatennial ambassadors by attending the Past Queens Reception during the Aquatennial Festival each year. Delano Herald Journal. 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. Princesses: Justine (Riley) Rapuano | Erica Rose | Kimarr (Smith) Lee In addition to the Queen, other Aquatennial royalty include: Ambassadors, the . File history. Karen George served as President of Anoka Halloween, Inc. in 2008 & 2009, and as a Minneapolis Aquatennial Captain in 2014. their community or festival from all over the state of Minnesota.The. It was reported that about 200 guests attended the reception. Katie Nelson crowned the 2007 Minneapolis Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes - the former Miss Robbinsdale, Jessica Gaulke - on Friday night, while her sister Kayla, one of 49 participants in the coronation, watched. Judy Penney, a 19-year old language student at the University of Minnesota and a retail clerk at the Purple Door gift shop (then located at Lake Street and Holmes Avenue), was crowned the Aquatennials 1956 Queen of the Lakes. Annette St. Dennis Minneapolis Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes 1970. Miss Anoka: Mary Gallagher Tammy has two daughters, Taylor (28) and Ryan (26) who mean everything to her and she loves seeing them become incredibly loving and strong women. Princesses: Melanie Kalbow | Jennifer (Foss) Gilliland Ambassadors: Amy (Hastings) Skatula | Kristin (Benson) Hazeman | Tzvetelina Pramatarov Princesses will be announced. Miss Anoka: Diane Sanasac Miss Anoka: Heidi (Rootes) Wold Marianne Muehlbauer and Linda Stuart-Julig chaperoned Gretchen to Japan in 1995. Princesses: Karen George | Karen Kind Community celebrations are special to Scott. Karen Morrison, Miss U.S.A. was a special guest at the coronation. Katie Humphrey, Send in the clowns: Volunteer clown clubs, a staple of civic festivals for decades, are seeking more members as longtime merrymakers age, Star Tribune, August 24, 2011. Kaia Schomberg, a 2020 graduate of Northfield High School, and a former Defeat of Jesse James Days Ambassador was named the 2023 Minneapolis Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes on Saturday night. Queen Patricia Kelzer represented the Shakopee Jaycees. Founded in 1956, it is one of the longest running community festivals in Minnesota. Princesses: Mary Kay Ghostley | Patricia Guy Cloud on I94. Cloud, General Festival Chair Robert F. Granquist*, Princess Margaret Dredge Miss U. of M. Engineers Day, Princess Suzanne Sheets Goodwin Hopkins, 1963 - Salute to Our Neighbors to the North, Queen of the Lakes Connie Haenny Baker Miss Flame, Princess Patricia Lund Kirmeier St. Morgan represented Anoka at the Minneapolis Aquatennial in July of 2022. This was not only fun for them but also for Sharolyn and Sonja who drove the ambassadors through the parades. While representing the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis as the Uptown Commercial Clubs official Miss Uptown Aquatennial candidate, Judy lived with her parents in nearby St. Louis Park. Ambassadors: Emma (Silbemagel) Port | Maddy (Kirchen) Wieczorek | Monica Sjodin Some time in 1933, a group of young women were escorted to the GreenTheater in downtown Anoka to compete for the Miss Anoka title. A Minneapolis resident, she continued to serve the community over the years as a member and volunteer of several organizations including the Jones-Harrison Residence, the Woman's Club of Minneapolis and Golden Valley Federated Women's Club. She was at the time an 18 year old nursing student from Robbinsdale. Hennepin County History 48, no. By Jaimee Hood jhood@swpub.com. 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