River Story: Holding Hands after Surgery

Text and photos by Jennifer S. Larson

 

The River Story Map

Created and coordinated by volunteer extraordinaire Michael Bischoff, the River Story Map kicks off FMR's silver anniversary year with 25+ stories of friendship with and connection to the metro Mississippi.  These honest and personal reflections portray the river as a source of intrigue and adventure, a beloved date night venue, and even an unlikely partner in tales of loss and healing. We hope you enjoy them and consider adding your personal story of friendship with the Mississippi River.

Upcoming Events

"Our River: Mississippi Muse": FMR's river-inspired, juried art exhibition
December 5 - 19, 2025
F-O-K Studios in St. Paul
Educators: Bring FMR to your students
This school year
In your classroom or outside
Help track trash with the 2025 Plastic-Free Parks TrashBlitz project
Now through December 31, 2025
Mississippi River National River and Recreation Area, Twin Cities metro

See all Upcoming Events

Our River Campaign:
It all starts here

At the heart of this new campaign is the vision of a healthy Mississippi River.

Support the Our River Campaign