Welcome to the Justice & Democracy Centers of Minnesota.
Our Two Centers
St. Paul Center
Minneapolis Center
Coming soon!
What's Happening
A Guide to Reliable Native American-Related Teaching Resources.
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Join students of the 2025 cohort of The Supreme Court and My Hometown program as they unveil their work on Near v. Minnesota. The event is open to the public -…
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Why is the right to remain silent important?
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The Justice & Democracy Center of Minnesota's St. Paul location is now open! After years of planning and work, and a pandemic in the middle to complicate t…
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Educator Resources
Lesson plans and activities for 6th through 12th grade.
Search our repository of curated lesson plans and activities for middle and high school learners. Search by grade, content area, or Minnesota State Social Studies Standard.
Lesson Plans
Why is the right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures important?
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How has the Supreme Court’s approach to racial discrimination changed over time, and what roles do the courts, legislatures, and citizens play in improving rac…
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How does the government protect each citizen’s right to vote and thus our ability to participate in our democracy?
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