Many Faces Many Stories

One Community. Many Stories.

Many Faces of the White Bear Lake area is a collaboration with a goal of building community by connecting the many stories of our area through events that invite personal reflection, a broadened understanding of the community, and neighborly interactions.

Native American Celebration

Many Faces hosted a vibrant community celebration of Native American heritage on March 22, 2025, featuring live performances, immersive activities, and cultural teachings that honor Indigenous traditions and their enduring influence today.

First Person Plural

Running from September 2024 through June 2025, the First Person Plural project celebrated the diverse stories of local immigrants through a community-based art installation featuring striking portraits by artist Cadex Herrera.

Strengthen Our Community

There are many ways to support our Many Faces programs and initiatives.

Fall 2026 
Community Book Club

As part of a community-wide conversation, Many Faces member organizations will host discussions about the book. This memoir explores identity, belonging, and the immigrant experience through the lens of the author’s own life as an undocumented American.

Join neighbors for a thoughtful conversation about the perspectives presented in the book.

Recollections from Operation Metro Surge

Many Faces invites our community to share experiences from Operation Metro Surge. By gathering these firsthand memories, we hope to honor and preserve the voices of our neighbors for generations to come. All community members are welcome to join in on this project. 

At a minimum, we will share these stories with the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society to ensure they are remembered into the future. If we receive enough support and funding, we may also publish these stories or work with an artist to create a community art piece inspired by these stories.

Partner Events

Join us at these additional upcoming events hosted by our partners.

Many Faces Signature Events

Understanding Immigration Event Graphic

First Person Plural

September 2024-June 2025

The First Person Plural project honored the diverse journeys of immigrants from Latin America, Africa, Asia, and Europe who have made White Bear Lake and its surrounding communities their home. This community-based art installation featured portraits created by artist Cadex Hererara.

Understanding Immigration Event Graphic

Native American Celebration

March 22, 2025

Many Faces invited the community to celebrate Native American history, traditions, and culture. Attendees experienced live performances, hands-on activities, and meaningful teachings that highlighted Indigenous heritage and its impact today.

Understanding Immigration Event Graphic

Understanding Immigration

September 23 & October 28, 2025
April 30, 2026

Many Faces has hosted three public educational events to explore the complex issues surrounding immigration. Community members were invited to join us to gain factual, accessible information that helps us better understand the challenges of the U.S. immigration system.