Tuesday, December 08, 2009
Friends of the Titans Night to Benefit Detroit RiverFront Conservancy
Join the Friends of the Titans on Tuesday, December 8th for an evening of basketball and entertainment to help suport the Det...
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welcome to the DETROIT RIVERFRONT
A day on the Detroit International Riverfront is no ordinary day. From taking a casual stroll along the Detroit River to splashing in the fountains, biking next to a freighter or taking a spin on our one-of-a-kind carousel, the Riverfront offers a variety of activities for the entire community. And with more exciting projects planned, the best is yet to come!
While visiting the Riverfront, make sure to take advantage of all the action happening in downtown Detroit from sporting events, concerts to cultural attractions. Start your day on the RiverWalk or the Dequindre Cut Greenway and explore all that Detroit has to offer.
As the Riverfront continues to grow, we hope you will grow with us by becoming an important part of this priceless community resource. At the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy, we'll do our part by keeping the Riverfront a beautiful, exciting, world-class gathering place for all. We look forward to seeing you!
What's happening... ON THE RIVERFRONT
The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy joined Governor Jennifer Granholm, former Governor William G. Milliken along with representatives from the State of Michigan and Department of Natural Resources on Thursday, October 22, 2009 to celebrate the dedication and renaming of Tri-Centennial State Park and Harbor on Detroit's East Riverfront.
The newly-dedicated William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor is Michigan's first urban state park and located just east of Rivard Plaza & Pavilion. The new phase, opening in late 2009, will add six acres of new park space for the public on the East Riverfront, including a bicycle and pedestrian trail that will connect to the Detroit RiverWalk.
"The phase two completion of the William G. Milliken State Park will help move the Conservancy one step closer to a more connected and revitalized riverfront," said Faye Alexander Nelson, Conservancy, President & CEO. "We anticipate the park becoming another must-see destination along the three miles of RiverWalk."
The second phase of the park will feature trails, shoreline fishing, wildlife observation, interpretive signage, a wetland designed for storm water treatment and a memorial to Detroit River advocate and philanthropist, Peter Stroh. Once the additional phases are complete, the park will be a total of 31-acres.
In 2004, the State renovated and opened the harbor portion of the park to the public, which includes a renovated 52-slip harbor, several covered picnic areas and shoreline fishing. A 63-foot replica of the Tawas Point lighthouse marks the harbor entrance.
"The collaboration between the State, Wayne County, Detroit and the Conservancy has allowed the Detroit Riverfront to become a diverse and engaging space for the public," said Matt Cullen, Conservancy Chairman. "We look forward to the numerous educational and recreational opportunities this new park will provide to the community."
ABOUT THE RIVERFRONTThe city of Detroit was founded on the banks of the Detroit River in 1701. Since that time our community grew, from the ribbon farms and forts that first dominated the shoreline to the heavy industry of the 19th and 20th centuries. As industry dried up along the banks, the area fell into disrepair and became littered with abandoned buildings, warehouses and silos.
In early 2003, the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy was established with the mission of bringing public access to Detroit Riverfront. Today, nearly three miles of RiverWalk are complete for the community and visitors to enjoy! And that is just the beginning, as the Conservancy continues to make progress on its ultimate vision of five and a half miles of Riverfront - spanning from the Ambassador Bridge to Gabriel Richard Park, just east of the MacArthur (Belle Isle) Bridge - linked by a RiverWalk, parks, plazas and pavilions.
The Conservancy, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is responsible for the establishment, improvement, operations, maintenance, security, programming and expansion of the Detroit RiverWalk and its associated green spaces.
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play YOUR PARTThere are many ways you can support the Conservancy's work and be a part of the historic development of the Riverfront.
Share your commitment to revitalizing the Detroit Riverfront by becoming a contributing member and renewing your contribution on an annual basis: consider a Family Membership at $75, become a Sustainer at $250, or join the RiverWalk Leadership Society with a gift of $1,000 or more.
Honor a loved one or celebrate a special event with an engraved brick at Rivard Plaza for $100 or $500. Or participate in our Commemorative Bench Program for $5,000 and $10,000, depending on location.
There are also a number of ways to leave a Legacy Gift to the Conservancy through a will or trust, a retirement plan, life insurance or an annuity, or a Life Income Gift.
By making an investment in the Conservancy, you will demonstrate your belief in the future of our wonderful Detroit Riverfront. Please do your part to keep our beautiful Riverfront clean, safe and accessible.
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