Council of Advisors

Friends of the Mississippi River is honored to rely upon the wisdom and experience of the following advisors as it develops its strategic priorities and policy positions.

  • Shirley Hunt Alexander
  • Peter Bachman
  • Charles K. Dayton
  • David Durenberger
  • George Latimer
  • Ted Mondale
  • Dr. Michael Osterholm
  • Phil Riveness
  • Tina Smith

Upcoming Events

'We Are the River' documentary
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 8:00pm to 9:30pm
TPT, Twin Cities PBS
Headed to the State Fair? Check out Forever Green and Pollinator Park
August 27 - September 7, 2026
State Fairgrounds, St. Paul
Educators: Bring FMR to your students
This school year
In your classroom or outside

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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.

 

Claim your spot by Sept. 10.