The Colors of a River: Pollution and the Upper Mississippi

When did we first begin polluting the Mississippi and how? How bad did it get before anyone did something about it? Dr. John O. Anfinson, author and historian with the National Park Service, discussed these questions and more at his recent lecture, "The Colors of a River: Pollution and the Upper Mississippi" on January 26th. Learn more and check out photos and video from the presentation at the Gorge Stewards blog, gorgestewards.blogspot.com.

Upcoming Events

August 13 through October 31, 2026
Throughout St. Paul
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 8:00pm to 9:30pm
TPT, Twin Cities PBS
Thursday, September 10, 2026 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Near the Mississippi River backwaters, St. Paul Park

Take Me to the River 

Celebrate the Mississippi River and choose your own adventure while supporting FMR at our reimagined fall fundraiser on Thursday, Sept. 24.