Minneapolis Central Riverfront Walk & Talk

333 1st Street South,Minneapolis MN 55401

04 February, 2023

Description

WINTER WALK & TALK When: 10am - 11:30am, Saturday, February 4 This two-mile winter Walk & Talk will feature historic sights, landscapes, and new park features along the Minneapolis Central Riverfront. The walk will follow park paths from Water Works at Mill Ruins Park, across the Stone Arch Bridge, through Father Hennepin Bluff Park, and back across the Hennepin Ave Bridge to Water Works. You'll be guided by the Minneapolis Parks Foundation's Executive Director, Tom Evers, and other local experts as you learn about the historic significance of this area and its beautiful landmarks, both old and new. Features will include: Nicollet Island, the Stone Arch Bridge, St. Anthony Falls, and Water Works at Mill Ruins Park. WHAT IS A WALK & TALK? The Minneapolis Parks Foundation's Walk & Talk series offers small-group guided tours led by local subject-matter experts and parks enthusiasts who share their insights into intriguing places throughout Minneapolis Parks. Started in 2018, this popular series includes new monthly walks during the summer that offer even the most devoted Minneapolis parks-goer something new to explore. This year, we are excited to partner with the Great Northern Festival for a very special winter Walk & Talk. JOIN US on Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 10am at Water Works Park Pavilion for this two-mile round trip winter walk! Convenient parking is available at the Stone Arch parking lot, the woonerf on South 2nd St, as well as street parking. The Minneapolis Parks Foundation transforms human lives through parks and public spaces by aligning philanthropic investment and community vision. Explore additional Walk & Talks here, or learn more about the Minneapolis Parks Foundation.