On August 19, 8 members of our chapter enjoyed a tour of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis . Thanks to Linda for organizing and providing the following recap:
Our tour as covered 3 main areas - our district branch, its structure, roles and responsibilities; the federal board of governors, their role, and how our branch works with them; and the strategies and processes for functionally and physically moving money throughout the system. We also enjoyed and appreciated the artwork throughout the building created by artists within our branch district. Of particular interest was the sculptural mural that hangs in the lobby representing the area included in the 9th district (photo attached below). I found a couple clips that provide some additional context for this amazing piece of work:
Our group asked a variety of thoughtful, curious questions which enriched our experience, as well as our tour guide's experience. I will add that I had expected our tour guide to be an intern who just gives tours. Therefore, I was particularly appreciative that our guide was a working professional who only provides tours about once a month.
Most of the restaurants in the area don't open until later in the day, so we just went across the street to Starbucks.
We will meet the evening of September 16, 6:30-8:00, on zoom to talk about the upcoming year, the Federal Reserve tour, and the economy.
All are welcome to join us on zoom. Join the group or contact Cyndy using the info above.