River Walk is a feat of vision and restoration that marks the confluence of ecological renewal, environmental and social justice, the underpinnings of the industrial revolution, and the vitality of a downtown. Few, if any, ecological restoration projects can say the same. River Walk biologist Suzie Fowle looks at River Walk from this perspective. CLICK to read Suzie’s essay published in KOSMOS Quarterly, with an interview with Christine Ward and Rachel Fletcher. Or CLICK to read her essay here.

For years Housatonic River Walk visitors have enjoyed getting up-close to a large silver maple adjacent to our Main Street stairway. This iconic tree, with its exceptional swirled bark, has been a key feature in our guided tree walks. Sadly, we must say goodbye.

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Saturday, August 27, 2022  2 pm – 5 pm.
Riverside festival of music, poetry, more.
Ceremonial release of water carried from Du Bois’s resting place in Accra.
FREE

W.E.B. Du Bois River Park, 20 River Street, Great Barrington.
Walking tour of Du Bois sites in Great Barrington.
Reception at the Du Bois Freedom Center., located at the historic Clinton A.M.E. Zion Church, 9 Elm Court.

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Or write for details: river@gbriverwalk.org,  www.gbriverwalk.org

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River Walk’s 2023 Intern Kaspar Wilder reflects on their work, river, and service with A Sonnet for the Housatonic and a blog.

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On Saturday May 4th, 1-3pm,  join the Great Barrington Land Conservancy for a guided stroll along the Housatonic River. Learn about spring flowers, native trees, and the histories of River Walk and the Riverfront Trail. Our walk begins at Main Street along River Walk to Bridge Street, then continues along the Riverfront Trail to Olympia Meadows and return. Meet in front of the Mason Library. Please register for this free event HERE. Limited to 15 participants.