These programs and services enhance the wide variety of ways that people affect the river and how the river affects people. The Mississippi National River and Recreation Area is unlike most National Parks in two ways. To manage the myriad issues of this very diverse stretch of river, NPS actively partners with the 30 local governments found in the 72-mile corridor as well as private organizations interested in the Mississippi River. These programs feature dance, drama, visual arts, and music. One of the kiosks is solar powered and designed for use at festivals and other outdoor gatherings.
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A colorful tent containing interactive exhibits about the Mississippi River, watersheds and water quality. The tent travels to events throughout the region. The presentations focus on the people, places, and uses of the river. This information gives evidence of the many ways the Mississippi has shaped cultures living on and near its banks. St. Paul's Birthplace by the River.