FMR Updates

Renderings of new riverfront concert venue, parks and housing in N Mpls released

by Alicia Uzarek

August 20, 2018

After more than two and a half years of community engagement, draft plans for the redevelopment of a mile-long riverfront site in North Minneapolis were revealed mid-August.

The draft calls for a dramatic overhaul of the Upper Harbor Terminal site, aiming to turn the long-closed port into both a regional attraction and a beneficial part of the North Minneapolis community. >>

A rendering of the proposed Upper Harbor Terminal Community Performing Arts Center

FMR advocates call on MN to protect our drinking water!

by Trevor Russell

August 16, 2018

Hat’s off to FMR’s advocates! On August 15, FMR staff hand-delivered 226 comments from River Guardians and other advocates calling on the state to both implement and improve a new state rule to protect our groundwater. >>

Bao Phi, award-winning poet, to be featured at FMR's annual fall event

August 10, 2018

Don't miss Bao Phi — two-time Minnesota Grand Slam champion and National Poetry Slam finalist — as he shares his poetry and connection to our Big River at our signature annual event, "An Evening Celebrating the River," September 20 in downtown Minneapolis.

This year's theme is "The River Inspires," and spotlights the special connection between the river and our thriving arts community. >>

Special Places: Local prairie wonderlands

by Alex Roth, by Karen Schik

August 10, 2018

A prairie for every season and (metro) location! We list a few of our favorite prairie sites from Elk River to Hastings, including both restored prairies and native remnants. Some of our favorite finds at each site are listed, and a good time to visit. >>

Blazing star with monarch at Hastings Sand Coulee SNA

Action alert: It's time. Protect Minnesota's drinking water! [CLOSED]

August 1, 2018

Speak up for our drinking water by supporting the Groundwater Protection Rule. >>

Special Places: Mounds Park, Willowbrook and St. Paul's biggest, most mysterious park

July 16, 2018

This month we venture to St. Paul's East Side for a trio of riverfront parks home to stunning views, rich history and restored habitat. Check out Indian Mounds Park, Willowbrook and Pig's Eye Lake. >>