St. Paul – We Are Water MN
April 23, 2026 - June 14, 2026
The We Are Water MN traveling exhibit examines water issues statewide and in local communities through personal stories, histories, and scientific information. It strengthens Minnesotans’ relationships with water, exposes visitors to new perspectives, and increases participation in water stewardship activities.
Host Partner: Capitol Region Watershed District
Stop two on the We Are Water MN 2026 tour brings us to the Midway neighborhood of Saint Paul, where the exhibit is hosted by Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD). CRWD is a local unit of government dedicated to protecting, managing and improving the water resources of the District, which includes parts of Falcon Heights, Lauderdale, Maplewood, Roseville and Saint Paul. All the water in this district eventually flows to the Mississippi River, and being hosted at CRWD will offer a chance for visitors to learn more about ways their actions directly impact water in their local community. This hosting will also offer a unique opportunity to spend time in the CRWD offices, which use green building principles, including stormwater management and energy-saving practices, to conserve natural resources. The grounds include a watershed learning center, a pocket park, and interactive features designed to draw in neighbors and visitors.
Fun fact: Watershed Districts are unique parts of government, because they aren’t defined by political boundaries. Instead, they follow the water! Water flows naturally, so these districts cross city/county lines to provide holistic, science-based water management for areas draining to a common lake, stream, or river.
About We Are Water MN?
We are Water MN is a project of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Humanities Center in partnership with the Minnesota Historical Society; the Board of Water and Soil Resources; the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources; and University of Minnesota Extension.
Learn more about the We Are Water MN exhibit, partnership, and programs.
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