The Mississippi Muse series explores different aspects of the Mississippi River through a scientific and creative lens. In June, deepen your understanding of the importance of the plants along the […]
Float down the Mississippi and explore the natural shoreline. Discover birds, minnows, mussels and more! Beginners are welcome. Participants will paddle and do some lifting with the team while guided […]
Let rocks inspire your art and learn about them while you’re at it. Look for rocks along the banks of the Mississippi River (you can bring your own, too). You can use our lapidary equipment to cut rocks, use special bits in our rotary tools to etch or carve rocks and then paint them. Turn […]
Recreate with us! Bike, paddle, walk, or drive to River Park on June 27 for a day of fun for the whole family.
Float down the Mississippi and explore the natural shoreline. Discover birds, minnows, mussels and more! Beginners are welcome. Participants will paddle and do some lifting with the team while guided by experienced naturalists. Safety equipment and shuttle provided. $35/person.
Rooted in the history of the logging era on the Mississippi, and other Minnesota rivers, log rolling is both safe and fun. Join Outdoor Recreation School instructors to learn this exciting sport! Test your new skills while “competing” against other participants. No previous experience is needed. $6/person.
Rooted in the history of the logging era on the Mississippi, and other Minnesota rivers, log rolling is both safe and fun. Join the Outdoor Recreation School instructors to learn this exciting sport! Test your new skills while “competing” against other participants! No previous experience is needed. $6/person.
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.
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.