The Mississippi River is a giant river that provides abundant resources. But, how big is it, exactly? This animated map shows the scale of the Mississippi River and its drainage system in perspective.

A Minnesota Boat Club eight-man scull plies the waters of the Mississippi River on a training row in St. Paul early Aug. 19, 2009. (John Doman / Pioneer Press) Wondering how long the Mississippi ...

Fish, a gar and a catfish, both native to the Mississippi River swim in an aquarium at the Mississippi River Museum in Tunica, Mississippi on Feb, 7, 2025. Credit: Karen Pulfer Focht / Tennessee ...

The data that Burdis and Jankowski are looking at is much newer, dating back about 30 years, but it shows a similar trend.

We revisit Here & Now's June 2024 conversation with Boyce Upholt about his book "The Great River: The Making and Unmaking of the Mississippi." It tells the story of the river, the Indigenous ...

The more than 2,300-mile Mississippi River invites travelers to discover its multifaceted heritage, with a vast range of deeply rooted culture, music and history. A cruise is a fantastic way to ...

We have a once in a lifetime opportunity to reimagine the future of the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area in the Twin Cities. The Army Corps of Engineers is studying the future of Lower ...

KELLOGG, Minnesota - Standing on the frozen Mississippi River, his back to a few fishers in the distance, Rob Burdis begins to drill a hole into the ice near his feet. Once the drill stops ...