Inspiring creativity, eco-friendly practices, and rematriation in Siouxland through community-based public art projects and green space regeneration.
Protecting Our Waterways
Community Based Public Art Project
A series of public artworks, inspired by conversations with the people of Siouxland, that explore our relationship with the environment, express our connection to nature, and inspire environmental activism.
This project is focused on bringing attention to storm drains that line the streets of downtown Sioux City and educating the public about their impact on local waterways.
Protecting Our Waterways is organized by local artists and environmental enthusiasts in collaboration with the Sioux City Environmental Advisory Board, the Iowa Environmental Council, Red Sky Nation, NWIA Group Sierra Club, and The Dailey Collective.
Join our public community meetings on Monday evenings in April and May, 2025!
Free, all ages, all people are welcome!
No experience necessary, curiosity encouraged!
Meetings held at The Dailey Collective 1004 4th St. Sioux City, Iowa
5:30: Pre-party Hang out
Show up early, grab a beverage from Hardline Coffee, and connect with others!
6:00: Presentation
Learn about environmentalism in Siouxland from our local experts!
Find resources, connect with local organizations, and learn how to get involved!
6:45: Workshop & Discussion
Explore your personal relationship with nature and the topics of the week!
Share stories, thoughts, feelings, and ideas!
Listen to others speak about their experiences and learn more about the people of Siouxland!
7:30: Design Team Meeting (Optional)
Stay late, continue the discussion, and help piece together the mural design!
Draw pictures, tell stories, sing songs, write poetry, or any creative medium of your choice!
All are welcome to stay, regardless of age, creative abilities, or experience!
Get your voice in the mix and help steer the direction of the artwork!
Join our volunteer-based mural painting team and help paint a series of storm drain murals during the month of May!
Week 1: Monday, April 14th
Topics:
Indigenous Past, Present, and Future
Local Landscape and Waterways
Speakers:
Trisha Rivers
Karina Pedroza
David Hoferer
Week 2: Monday, April 21st
Topics:
Local Issues and Initiatives
Unlearning Environmental Myths
Speakers:
Lexi McKee-Hemenway
Others TBA
Week 3: Monday, April 28th
Topics:
Nature and Mental Health
Learning to Express Yourself
Speakers:
Sam Dailey
Others TBA
Week 4: Monday, May 5th
Topics:
Community Based Art
Art in Activism
Speakers:
Trisha Rivers
Jessica Hammond
Others TBA