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Week of Events
Monday, May 4, 2026
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Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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May 5, 2026 –River Trivia Geocaching
River Trivia Geocaching
Get out and stretch your legs along the banks of the Mississippi River to find geocaches with trivia questions at each stop. Can you answer more of the river-related questions correctly than anyone else?
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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Thursday, May 7, 2026
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Friday, May 8, 2026
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Saturday, May 9, 2026
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May 9, 2026 –Doors Open Minneapolis: Met Council West Meters Odor Control Facility
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May 9, 2026 –Doors Open- Explore MWMO
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May 9, 2026 –Drawn from the River: Charcoal Experiments with Kimberly Wetzel
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May 9, 2026 –Family River Fishing
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May 9, 2026 –Sidewalk Poetry Workshop
Doors Open Minneapolis: Met Council West Meters Odor Control Facility
Do you know what happens after you flush? Learn about our wastewater system, how we minimize the stinky odors connected to the process, and what happens to the water before it returns to the Mississippi River.
Doors Open- Explore MWMO
Join us on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for Doors Open Minneapolis at the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization’s (MWMO) Stormwater Park and Learning Center. This free, citywide event organized by the nonprofit Rethos offers behind-the-scenes access to dozens of iconic and unique sites across Minneapolis. We’re proud to be part of this […]
Drawn from the River: Charcoal Experiments with Kimberly Wetzel
A project of the Art & Water Micro Residency supported by A House Unbuilt MAY 9 – JUNE 7, 2026 MICRO RESIDENCY: CHARCOAL EXPERIMENTS WITH KIMBERLY WETZEL Open Studio: Saturdays, Noon – 4pm During her time in residence, Kimberly will be creating a series of abstract charcoal drawings utilizing an experimental charcoal pouring process. These […]
Family River Fishing
Drop a line in the mighty Mississippi River to see what is biting. Learn river fishing techniques and discover which fish call this river home. Equipment, bait and fishing license provided for the program.
Sidewalk Poetry Workshop
Join us on Saturday, May 9, for a Sidewalk Poetry Workshop in partnership with Public Art Saint Paul. Attendees will be introduced to the 2026 Sidewalk Poetry Contest and invited to submit their own work to the juried pool of poetry. The contest is open to all residents of Saint Paul. The theme of this […]
Sunday, May 10, 2026
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May 10, 2026 –Drop-In Discoveries: River Critters
Drop-In Discoveries: River Critters
Scoop for small aquatic animals along the edge of the river. Learn about what they eat, who eats them and what they tell us about the health of the mighty Mississippi River. All ages welcome. Free.
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.