Women's March Minnesota: Massive Crowd Gathers in Saint Paul

On Jan. 21, women across the state plan to gather at the Minnesota State Capitol in Saint Paul for the Women's March Minnesota and rally, bringing a diverse coalition of women and activists together around women’s and human rights issues one day after President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration. Organizers say the march is in solidarity with the national women's march taking place in Washington, D.C., on the same day.

The march in Saint Paul Saturday is expected to be among the largest sister marches in the country. The march aims to "stand together in solidarity with our partners and children for the protection of our rights, our safety, our health, and our families," according to the website.

Geoff Dittberner, 29, from Inver Grove Heights, told Patch he's bringing his daughter to the march and supporting it to let President-elect Donald Trump know that "him winning the election doesn't mean his disgusting statements and actions against women are OK."

"They're not, and we should expect more out of our president," Dittberner added.

Gretchen Williams, 58, of Mendota Heights, said she's planning to attend the Women's March Minnesota with sisters, nieces, and friends. Williams told Patch she was "busy trying to knit pussyhats for us to wear."

"It's a very real, very scary time to be someone other than a rich, heterosexual white male," Williams said.

Find details about the four other women’s marches planned in Minnesota.

Women's March Minnesota Full Schedule

10 a.m.

• The Women’s March Minnesota will convene on Saturday at 10 a.m. The starting point will be St. Paul College, Lot E, at 235 Marshall Ave., St. Paul MN 55102.

11 a.m.

• March begins

12 p.m.

• Rally begins at State Capitol

2 p.m.

• Rally ends

Organizers will have a designated section for those with disabilities, ASL interpreters and a heated tent for nursing mothers and diaper changing for the rally. Portable toilets will also be on site.

What is (and is not) allowed during the march.

• For safety reasons, organizers ask you do not bring signs on sticks. Umbrellas are also not allowed.
• Backpacks are allowed but subject to search.
• Trash: If you bring it in, bring it out.
• Pets: Not allowed during the march or at the rally. (Service animals are permitted.)
• Food: You are free to bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages to enjoy during the event. Food will not be provided at the march/rally. Downtown Saint Paul offers a variety of restaurants and eateries.
• Weather: This is Minnesota in January. Dress to stay warm.

For information on how to get to Women's March Minnesota, see the transportation page.

If the event is cancelled due to severe weather, a notice will be placed on Facebook.

Image via Fibonacci Blue, Flickr, used under Creative Commons