Events
JOIN US FOR OUR UPCOMING EVENTS!
2025 Event Information
Diane Jarvi, Musician and Poet
Thursday, May 15, 2025
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Light refreshments & beverages. Wine donated by Swirl Wine of Afton. Free event, Museum donations appreciated. CD’s & poetry books available for purchase.
RSVP by May 12: 651-346-9494 or linda@aftonhistoricalmuseum.com
Diane Jarvi brings together the musical & literary traditions of Finland; ancient, regional & immigration songs, music of the Finnish national instrument – the kantele, her own poetry and poems from Finland’s epic folk poetic work – The Kalevala.
Angie Hong, Water Education Senior Specialist
Presentation on Wetlands in our Community
Thursday, June 5, 2025
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Light refreshments, Free event, Museum donations appreciated. Books available to purchase
RSVP by June 2: 651-346-9494
or linda@aftonhistoricalmuseum.com
From seepage springs filled with skunk cabbage & marsh marigold, to floodplain forests, marshes & golden tamarack bogs, the St. Croix watershed is home to many different wetlands. Approximately 43% of threatened and endangered plant and animal species in the US live in or depend on wetlands. These soggy spots provide critical habitat for frogs, salamanders, turtles, and migratory birds. Wetlands also help mitigate flooding and protect lakes and rivers from pollution.
About the presenter:Angie Hong is the coordinator for Minnesota’s East Metro Water Resource Education Program, a local government partnership with 30 members in Washington, Ramsey, Chisago and Isanti Counties. For nature-based adventures, environmental education, and conservation inspiration, check out her recent book “Exploring the St. Croix River Valley: Adventures on and off the Water” or follow her on social media at @mnnature_awesomeness
3165 St. Croix Trail S, Afton, MN 55001 ~ 651-436-3500 ~ info@aftonhistoricalmuseum.com