
Nature Inspires Art on Inside, Out & About
On our podcast we talk with acclaimed Montana artist Ben Miller who painted a portrait of the Chicago River using his unique style called fly cast painting.
Continue Reading »On our podcast we talk with acclaimed Montana artist Ben Miller who painted a portrait of the Chicago River using his unique style called fly cast painting.
Continue Reading »The Clean Water Act is vital to the river’s renaissance and its ongoing protection.
Continue Reading »The workshop helped educators learn ways to teach about river chemistry, aquatic invasive/native species, water quality assessment, and activities for students to get more involved with the river system.
Continue Reading »Friends of the Chicago River was named a 2022 finalist for the Alford-Axelson Award for Nonprofit Managerial Excellence.
Continue Reading »This Eerie Evening – October 21, 5 to 9 p.m. – is a unique Halloween experience within the 100-year-old walls of the five-story landmark Michigan Avenue Bridgehouse.
Continue Reading »Cook County voters will have an historic opportunity to Vote Yes on a countywide referendum to improve and protect the wondrous natural areas that comprise the forest preserves including water resources, air quality, and wildlife habitats.
Continue Reading »Two community input gathering events along the South Branch and Bubbly Creek made connections with residents, business owners, and other community stakeholders about river edge sites and upcoming plans in the area.
Continue Reading »Friends of the Chicago River board and staff got an up-close look at the watershed-wide complexity of stormwater management, water treatment, and multi-benefit nature-based solutions in Cook County.
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