The Big Muddy Speaker Series in Columbia, MO

Attend a Presentation

The Columbia series is held the second Tuesday of every month at the Riechmann Indoor Pavilion at Stephens Lake Park in Columbia, MO.

The Mid-Missouri area is lucky to have so many experts willing to share their knowledge with us about this amazing river, its floodplain and the nature and history that surrounds it. We keep the topics varied and interesting, but if you have an interest in the Missouri River, we think you’re going to love these.

Special Thanks to Our Series Partners

Missouri River Relief is dedicated to engaging individuals and communities along the Missouri River in exploration, enjoyment, restoration, and stewardship. Through hands-on river cleanups, education programs, and recreational activities, Missouri River Relief fosters a deeper connection to the river.

We are grateful to Columbia Parks and Recreation for their generous donation of the beautiful Riechmann Indoor Pavilion for these presentations and for sharing the word in their Leisure Times publication

News & Media

July 9, 2013 – Columbia Missourian article on presenter Diana Papoulias, USGS

Nov. 9 Columbia Missourian article on Big Muddy Speaker Series

May 10 KOMU News: Local Author Shares Stories

Upcoming Presentations

Introducing the Missouri River Center for Conservation Innovation

October 13, 2026
Columbia, MO

Join us for an evening with Zack Miller to learn about the Missouri River Center for Conservation Innovation.

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Missouri River Relief: 25 Years on the Big Muddy

November 10, 2026
Columbia, MO

Join us for a journey through time celebrating 25 years of Missouri River Relief's work on the Big Muddy.

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