Troubled Waters: A Mississippi River Story (Film) May 23, 2013

(2010, 57 min, directed by Larkin McPhee) This film traces the development of America's bountiful heartland and its effect on the legendary river. It helps viewers grasp what is a profound truth -- that a single drop of water in Minnesota is connected to the "dead zone" in the Gulf of Mexico -- and offers concrete solutions and fresh ideas to the river's troubles. A discussion follows with Linda Maxwell, education specialist at the Anacostia Community Museum.