Chuck Stately has seen the original Minneapolis American Indian Center (MAIC) and the new Center opened this year from a different vantage point than most people. Since 1987 he has worked there as the maintenance supervisor and onsite boiler engineer.
For some 37 years Chuck has been responsible for opening the building every day. The building has been described as the “living room” of the South Minneapolis Native Community. He has set up for pow wows, bingo, funerals and all the other activities held at the building over the years.
On October 25th, his last day, he was presented with a plaque from Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan proclaiming that day Charles “Chuck” Stately Day. His nephew, also Charles “Chuck” Stately is still at the MAIC as the proprietor of the Woodland Indian Craft Store. Thank you for your service!
