Each year the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area hosts the Big River Awards, a free event which celebrates the Big River Teacher Award winner as well as the winning students who participate in the Big River Art Contest.
The awards ceremony is a gathering of the public who support the park’s education programming. It is open to the general public, and also includes family, friends, and colleagues of the award winners.
Sign-up as an individual guest, or as a family or group.
Date and Time: Thursday, July 11, 2024 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Recognizing
Big River Teacher Award winner
Big River Art Contest student winners
Agenda
6:00-7:00 PM Gather - View Art on Display - Complimentary Food and Refreshments
7:00-8:00 PM Ceremony and Photographs*
*Note that photographs will be taken throughout the event for MPC promotional purposes
Location
Waban Picnic Area, Shelter F
4655 46th Ave, Minneapolis MN 55406
Park Number: 612-279-3550
Visitor Center: 612-279-3559
Additional Information
Hosted by the National Park Service, Mississippi Park Connection, and Fort Snelling State Park (Minnesota DNR)