A suite of new, interactive exhibits will mark the 100-year anniversary of the first water quality survey of the Mississippi River in 1926, which found a dead ecosystem. Visitors will learn about the incredible work by MPCA and many others to restore the river, and what residents can do to protect the river now and […]
A suite of new, interactive exhibits will mark the 100-year anniversary of the first water quality survey of the Mississippi River in 1926, which found a dead ecosystem. Visitors will learn about the incredible work by MPCA and many others to restore the river, and what residents can do to protect the river now and […]
Join local bird enthusiasts for a leisurely walk along the Mississippi Flyway as we search for migrating birds. Birds use the river corridor as a travel route during migration, offering excellent opportunities to observe a variety of species. On this guided tour we will look and listen for migratory songbirds and waterfowl while visiting the […]
100 Rivers: Signals of Repair is an 18-month public art project that launched in Coastal Louisiana and is traveling upstream through communities along the Mississippi River as part of a watershed-wide initiative inviting reflection on our relationship to water. Installed across parks, Main Streets, and cultural sites, the project places 100 semaphore signal flags within […]
The Longfellow River Gorge festival is one of Longfellow Community Council’s longest running annual events. Each fall we honor and celebrate the Mississippi River, its history, and its vital ongoing importance to humans and wildlife. The festival educates the community about the River’s functions and ecology in a fun and approachable way, focusing on restoration and conservation. Each year features organized canoe rides on the river, guided tours and hikes, ice cream, music, and many organizations sharing about their work — all FREE!
Each year, Brown’s Creek Watershed District Partners with Sustainable Stillwater MN and their Bird City Group to put on a community event, bringing in community members to celebrate and learn more about the watershed. This event, taking place in Stillwater, brings in partners and volunteers to table about different environmental topics including water quality, macroinvertebrates, native plants, and fish and wildlife. It is a family friendly event with games, crafts, free ice cream, and live music as well.
Join us for Big River Fishing and celebrate the 100 years of collective restoration efforts that brought the 42-mile section from the Twin Cities to Red Wing, back to life. Let’s catch some fish and celebrate our progress and inspire the next 100 years of stewardship. All fishing equipment including casting instructions, river rods, tackle […]
“Meet Me on the Mississippi” is a collaboration between the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and Three Rivers Park District on Saturday, September 19th and 26th, bringing together Gateway Regional Park, Kroening Nature Center and Graco Park for two weekends of activities celebrating the river and the many ways to experience it. Explore a new […]
One way to determine water quality in a river is by examining the animals that live there. Drop by anytime to spend some time in the Mississippi River catching invertebrates. You’ll learn how to identify what we catch and use a biotic index to find out how healthy our stretch of the river is. Be […]
Join us for Big River Fishing and celebrate the 100 years of collective restoration efforts that brought the 42-mile section from the Twin Cities to Red Wing, back to life. […]
Best suited for youth ages 8 years and older. Minnesota’s lakes, rivers, and streams are home to more than 160 species of fish. Whether you enjoy fishing, wildlife watching, or […]
Mark your calendars: Park After Dark returns Saturday, September 19, 2026! Half the park is after dark! Mississippi National River and Recreation Area and Mississippi Park Connection invite you to […]
The Sacred Water Shared Future campaign is powered by you! The heart of this centennial celebration is the incredible variety of events planned and hosted by our partners — community groups, nonprofits, businesses, schools, and individuals who feel a connection to the Mississippi River.
We do not host events ourselves; instead, we serve as a central hub for river-focused activities happening across the Twin Cities throughout 2026.