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The annual Chicago River Day isn’t just another cleanup—it's a passionate demonstration of Chicago’s community spirit, held at the heart of downtown in the McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum. Our river has shaped the city’s history, economy, and daily life for generations. By gathering riverside for a cleanup and educational workshops, we honor that legacy and take active steps to ensure a cleaner, healthier future. The Bridgehouse Museum, perched right on the river, pulsates with local pride on event day. Neighbors, families, and friends come together to steward this iconic waterway, reinforcing the ties that make Chicago neighborhoods strong. This is about more than trash bags and gloves—it’s about celebrating everything that connects us to our city. Chicago River Day matters because it’s where community, environment, and city heritage flow together. Be part of something bigger—be part of Chicago River Day.