Join us at Winterthur Museum as we honor H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco for his outstanding commitment to the environment and our natural resources, including the availability of clean fresh water.
Presenting Sponsor: Wilmington Trust
Premiere Sponsor: Alice and Rod Moorhead
Lead Sponsors: Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation ~ Blue Yak Foundation ~ Cabot-Kjellerup Foundation ~ The Curran Foundation ~ Bernard and Lisa David ~ Fresh Start Development Company ~ Dick and Meg Hayne ~ Bob and Jennifer McNeil ~ Régis and Tenley de Ramel ~ Rental City ~ Carol Ware

Bern officially hung up his hat as the executive director and president of Stroud Water Research Center, so we’re tipping our hats to wish him a successful retirement. Tickets can be purchased by making a gift to the Bernard W. Sweeney, Ph.D., Executive Director’s Fund at any level you wish.

Sorry, this event has been canceled due to the forecast of stormy weather.

Trail Creek Outfitters has raised $12,000 to invest in three local non-profits: Natural Lands, Brandywine Conservancy, and Stroud Water Research Center. They will all receive a donation, but YOU get to decide how much! For the month of September, each purchase from a participating Brand that Gives Back will earn you a token to vote. A vote for the Stroud Center is a vote for clean water!

Sponsored by BB&T
Toast the fall season with friends as we highlight the importance of clean fresh water in creating delicious indulgences including Dad’s Hat Pennsylvania Rye Whiskey, Vox Vineti wine, The Farm at Doe Run cheeses, and Éclat Chocolate.

Presenting Sponsor: Wilmington Trust
Join us at our gala as we present the 2018 Stroud Award for Freshwater Excellence to American Rivers and its president and CEO, Wm. Robert Irvin. For the last 45 years, American Rivers has combined national advocacy with fieldwork in key river basins to protect fresh water.

Sustainable apparel brand, Toad&Co, invites you to come for a beer, meet your neighbors, and learn how you can save the planet. 5% of the purchase price of apparel sold during the Chester County portion of their tour will be donated to the Stroud Center!

The Stroud Award for Freshwater Excellence recognizes an individual or organization who has made invaluable contributions to the world of fresh water. The 2019 recipient is Chad Pregracke, founder of Living Lands & Waters.

Hit the roads to explore the treasures of clean fresh water throughout Chester County! Find clues along the route to find your way to the Finish Line Party.

Enjoy a meal at Sovana Bistro and a portion of your check will benefit our freshwater research, environmental education, and watershed restoration efforts. 

This event has been canceled for 2020. The organizers hope to hold it in 2021!

Mention Stroud Water Research Center to your server or bartender and 15% of your total bill will be donated to support our efforts. Because you can't have great beer without clean water!

Mention Stroud Water Research Center to your server or bartender and 15% of your total bill will be donated to support our efforts. Because you can't have great beer without clean water!

Trail Creek Outfitters is donating 1% of all February sales, online and at their Glen Eagle store, to the Stroud Center and The Land Conservancy for Southern Chester County!

Join us from anywhere in the world for a webinar exploring the intersection of art and science. And if you’re in southeastern Pennsylvania, join us outside for a volunteer event!

The 2021 Creek Fest celebration will be hosted virtually during the entire month of May! There will be a virtual watershed tour in place of the live event.

Join us for this global day of giving as we share our stories of success and welcome you to be more involved with us from wherever you happen to be.

From jewelry to great adventures, we've got you covered! The auction will open on Friday, May 16 and close on Tuesday, May 20.

Tee off “fore” fresh water at our annual golf invitational to support freshwater research, environmental education, and watershed restoration.

Immerse yourself in a night of hymns, celebrating the life-giving power of water through beautiful imagery of rivers, streams, and renewal.

Join us for a celebration of the community’s commitment to freshwater resources!