Chicago Ornithological Society and Friends of the Chicago River team up to offer a unique way experience the magic of migration! 

Learn how to help protect our river system by collecting water samples and gathering important data.

Come cheer for Friends of the Chicago River Runners at the 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon!

Learn how to help protect our river system by collecting water samples and gathering important data.

Creep, crawl, and have a ball this fall at the 3rd Annual Eerie Evening, a fundraiser for the McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum. On October 18, join Friends and the Bridgehouse Museum for an all-inclusive Halloween party featuring local drinks from Two Brothers Brewery, entertainment, and chilling stories of Chicago’s past. 

Join us for the 20th Anniversary of the Chicago River Summit!