Karen Neinstadt

Karen Neinstadt has extensive experience in library services and music performance. Currently serving as an Admissions Ambassador at the Minnesota State Fair since August 2015, responsibilities include greeting fairgoers, assisting with ticket sales, and providing information about the event. As a Senior Librarian at the Minnesota Department of Transportation since May 2007, Karen has contributed to numerous committees and organizations, including serving as Vendor Relations Chair for the SLA Transportation Division. In addition to a varied career as a freelance musician since 1997 and previous roles at Minnesota Youth Symphonies, Karen founded Trio Libro and held various teaching and proctoring positions. Educationally, Karen holds a Master of Library & Information Science from Dominican University and a bachelor's degree in English Literature/Creative Writing, Music Performance, and Spanish from Southwest Minnesota State University.