Mississippi Park Connection

We’re over halfway to our $40,000 goal for Give to the Max Day — and we need your help to cross the finish line! Thanks to a generous donor, all contributions are DOUBLED up to $15,000. That means every dollar you give goes twice as far to protect and support the mighty Mississippi River. You have until 11:59 PM tonight, November 21, to contribute to the Mississippi to the Max campaign. Donate now and share this post with family, friends, and coworkers to show your love for the Mighty Mississippi. https://lnkd.in/gx_j5CYb #GiveToTheMax #MississippiToTheMax #GTMD24

Protect Your National Park on Give to the Max Day! Join Minnesotans in making a lasting impact by supporting Mississippi Park Connection. Your donation helps us restore habitats, educate youth about natural spaces, and connect communities to their national park. Thanks to a matching gift, all contributions made by November 21st will be doubled—up to $15,000! Together, we can protect the river and its trees for generations. Double your impact and donate today! Make a difference today: https://lnkd.in/gx_j5CYb

Mississippi River to the Max! #GTMD24 is here, giving you the chance to make a Big, Mighty, and Majestic impact on your national park! From November 1 - November 21, your gift will be matched up to $15,000, doubling its power to preserve, protect, and connect our communities to the incredible Mississippi River. Your support builds capacity for youth education, environmental stewardship, and lasting community connections to this natural treasure. Let's celebrate the core values that bring us together on the river: Community-Focused, Inspiration, Resilience, Partnership, and Joy. Donate today to support the future of your park! https://lnkd.in/guYgw45t

Exciting progress is happening at the Mississippi River Learning Center! We’re working alongside our partners—Mississippi Park Connection, the National Park Service, and the City of Saint Paul—and with the talented team led by VJAA Inc. and TEN x TEN—to bring the vision to life. This next phase builds on the work we’ve done so far, with a focus on refining design and construction plans and advancing community engagement. Stay tuned for updates as we work toward creating a vibrant riverfront experience for all!

Made you look. That food sure looks good. Come to Mississippi Park Connection's Picnic in the Park to get a taste AND raise money for the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area!! ?? Thursday, August 29, 2024 ?? Harriet Island Regional Park ??? Get your tickets:?https://lnkd.in/gUaRbVwt

Just 10 days to go until Picnic for the Park! Who’s ready for a fun-filled day by the Mississippi River? Picture this: sunshine, great food, and hanging out with your favorite people—all while celebrating the river that brings our community together. Join in on the fun and support your national park. Don’t miss out—grab your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/g_5uHwmr ? Mississippi Park Connection strives to leave no one behind in their support for the river. In this spirit, we offer a reduced-price ticket starting at $60. Explore all ticket options at picnicforthepark.org. #PicnicForThePark #parkconnection

?a?a Wakpá (the Mississippi River) is central to Dakota culture. She is a living relative and source of abundance and power. Join Barry Hand, Dakota language instructor and program director for Owámniyomni Okhódayapi, on a guided riverboat tour of these waters. Learn about Dakota lifeways and consider how we can restore our relationship to the River. Register Here: https://lnkd.in/g3DZYB2k

Did you hear? The Twin Cities boast their very own National Park! The Mississippi National River and Recreation Area spans 72 glorious miles, perfect for fishing, boating, canoeing/kayaking, and so much more. Join us and Mississippi Park Connection for Picnic for the Park, where we aim to raise $72,000 for our park's care! ?? Thursday, August 29, 2024 ?? Harriet Island Regional Park Come for:? ?? Live Music? ?? Lawn Game Fun ?? Yummy eats from Twin Cities Restaurants? ?? Exclusive Auction Items? ?? Breathtaking Views of the Saint Paul Skyline Mouthwatering dishes from:? ?? Soul Lao (MSP 50 Best Restaurants) ?? Erta Ale Ethiopian? ?? Trickster Tacos LLC Get your tickets:?https://lnkd.in/gUaRbVwt

You are invited to a fun-filled evening at Picnic for the Park* on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at Harriet Island Wigginton Pavilion. Enjoy delicious food from Twin Cities restaurants, bid on exclusive auction items, and take in breathtaking views of the Saint Paul skyline. Join Mississippi Park Connection in the challenge to raise $72,000 to support the 72 miles of the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area. All ages are welcome, with multiple admission levels available. Get your tickets online at PicnicForThePark.org. We look forward to celebrating with you. *Picnic for the Park is a benefit fundraiser for Mississippi Park Connection - the official partner of the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, a Minnesota National Park right here in the Twin Cities.