Events

Join us for a public learning and feedback event about stormwater and water quality. Learn how stormwater affects our lakes, rivers, and neighborhoods—and how we can work together to protect […]

The Mississippi Muse series explores different aspects of the Mississippi River through a scientific and creative lens. Visualize and discover the earth’s processes that have shaped the river through this […]

Join us on Wednesday, May 27, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for staff-led demonstrations, artmaking, and free ice cream! Visitors are invited to – Explore the We Are Water […]

Spend some time along the banks of the beautiful Mississippi River with other like-minded crafters and artists. Bring a current project and work on it in the company of others or on your own, outside or in. Chat with a naturalist about a Mississippi River Flow Rate Blanket project that will show the history of […]

A free, family festival celebrating our clean lakes provides an opportunity for outdoor hands-on learning about clean water, wildlife, and land and water conservation.  

The Mississippi River has been threatened with a deadly poison by an evil villain, the Denatureizer, and only you can save it! Complete puzzles and challenges about rocks, stars and the river itself to thwart these destructive plans while enjoying the outdoors.

Join us as we celebrate the inauguration of the Downtown Riverwalk — a vibrant new connection to the Mississippi River in the heart of Saint Paul! For one afternoon only, the entire 2-mile Riverwalk loop will come alive with live music, family-friendly activities, food, and riverfront fun for all ages. EXPERIENCE: Science Live on the […]

June 2nd is National Mississippi River Day- a day to honor, protect, and connect with our nation’s iconic waterway. To celebrate, we are getting out on the Mississippi for an evening paddle from Hidden Falls Regional Park to Lilydale Regional Park in St. Paul. Join us us to appreciate the river’s history, look for wildlife, […]

Dakota people view Ȟaȟa Wakpá (Mississippi River) to be a living relative, a source of life and abundance. What does it mean to be a good relative to the river? How can we care for her with respect and reciprocity? Join Owámniyomni Okhódayapi and partners for a roundtable discussion about awaŋyaŋkapi (all-encompassing care), river health, […]

Third Space Thursday is a community gathering in our parks to share food, connect with neighbors, get active, and enjoy the river. Whether you are new to our national park or get outside often, these events are an invitation to step away from the screen and be present in nature. Join us for a series […]