February 15 2026, 12:00pm
Mississippi Meanderings
Mississippi Meanderings400 Landmarks Blvd.
Alton, Illinois 62002
Mississippi Meanderings
This celebration of paddling and big rivers is sponsored by the Mississippi River Water Trail Association. This year's speakers are a great lineup: Paul Mellor, a source to sea paddler; Jeff Ruyle, a tow boat deckhand; and Faye Dant, a Hannibal, Missouri, resident who is documenting the history of the city's Black residents. Awards and announcement of plans for 2026 are also part of this event.
Event Schedule
12 p.m. - 1 p.m. - Come early to meet and greet. Enjoy coffee and snacks.
1 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. - Awards and announcements
1:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. - Paul Mellor talks about his source to sea adventure.
2:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Break
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. - Jeff Ruyle talks about life as a tow boat deckhand.
3:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. - Break
3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. - Faye Dant talks about contributions of the Black community in Hannibal.