April
April 8, 2014
1801 West Jefferson
Construction Project : 1801 West Jefferson
A 30-foot-extra-wide RiverWalk perfect for biking, jogging and fishing will welcome visitors this spring as the Conservancy prepares to open the first phase of the west riverfront at 1801 West Jefferson. Three 20-foot-wide pathways leading to the riverfront will provide the...
April 8, 2014
Outdoor Adventure and Discovery Center
Construction Project : DNR Adventure Center
External and internal work on the historic Globe Building continues as crews transform the structure into the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Outdoor Adventure and Discovery Center. When the 43,000-square-foot Center opens late this summer, it will feature a variety of...
April 8, 2014
Chene Park—East/West Parcels
Construction Project : Chene Park—East/West Parcels
Significant enhancements to parcels east and west of Chene Park will be ready for the public to enjoy this fall. The former Watermark property to the west of Chene Park will feature a curved colored concrete walkway that leads to stainless steel marine railings along the riverfront...
April 8, 2014
Gabriel Richard Park
Construction Project : Gabriel Richard Park
One of the riverfront’s most family-friendly spots and a prime fishing location, the 23-acre Gabriel Richard Park will become more accessible with the addition of an environmentally friendly 36-space parking lot and a colored concrete walkway that connects the community north of...
April 8, 2014
Mt. Elliott Park
Construction Project : Mt. Elliott Park
Construction crews are putting the finishing touches on a completely transformed Mt. Elliott Park in preparation for its much-anticipated grand opening the afternoon of June 6. Among its many amenities will be a universally accessible Great Lakes-themed schooner water feature with...
April 8, 2014
Dequindre Cut - North
Construction Project : Dequindre Cut - North
The half-mile extension of the Dequindre Cut will provide an even more convenient connection between the riverfront and Eastern Market and better link the popular path to other greenways being developed throughout the city when it opens in late fall. Following site clearing and...
April 8, 2014
Farewell to Faye Alexander Nelson
Faye Alexander Nelson’s vision, drive and passion were instrumental in the success of not only the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, but in the transformation of the Detroit riverfront from a blighted area into one of the most beautiful and vibrant destinations downtown. After more...
April 8, 2014
Bike Detroit, Michigan
Bicycle Magazine (April 3, 2014):In a city so synonymous with the auto industry, cycling is experiencing a surprising renaissance. Drawn by the region's reputation for quality craftsmanship, bike manufacturers such as Detroit Bikes, Detroit Bicycle Company, Shinola, and AutoBike all...
March
March 3, 2014
Detroit RiverFront Conservancy is searching for a President and Chief Executive Officer
The non-profit Detroit RiverFront Conservancy is searching for a President and Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization. Please click here for more information.
February
February 27, 2014
28 Twitter Handles Every Detroiter Should Follow
Challenge Detroit Blog (February 26, 2014):Twitter provides us quick headlines, links and information relevant to the topics we care most about. In Detroit, there are outstanding organizations working 24/7 to provide the latest news and information on events that matter. With tons...
February 19, 2014
Detroit RiverFront Conservancy Hosts Winter Antics
While Metro Detroit was in the grips of what seemed to be a relentless winter, the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy embraced the bitter temperatures and abundant snow and hosted its first-ever winter program this past February. Almost 100 people joined the Conservancy on a bright and...
January
January 30, 2014
Farewell from Faye Nelson, Detroit RiverFront Conservancy President & CEO
Dear Friends and Colleagues: I hope this letter finds you healthy, happy and looking forward to what promises to be an exciting and memorable 2014. I personally wanted to share with you my recent announcement that after 10 years, I am leaving the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy to...
January 22, 2014
Detroit RiverFront Conservancy Receives National Planning Award
Detroit RiverFront Conservancy Receives National Planning Award American Planning Association (Jan. 22, 2014) Washington, D.C. –The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy (The Conservancy) will receive the American Planning Association’s 2014 National Planning Excellence Award for...
January 12, 2014
Detroit RiverFront Conservancy President & CEO Faye Nelson to leave Conservancy
Dear Detroit RiverFront Conservancy Friends and Supporters, On behalf of the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy Board of Directors, I would like to share with you the news that after more than a decade as the President & CEO of the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy, Faye Alexander...
January 8, 2014
Detroit Hot Spot: Rivertown
Visit Detroit (December 23, 2013): Rivertown Detroit has long been known as a hip downtown entertainment district. But in years past, there was something missing — easy public access to the water. The Detroit International RiverWalk has changed all of that. The RiverWalk project has...
January 8, 2014
What new development projects can Detroit expect in 2014?
Detroit Free Press (January 5, 2014) As we start 2014, let’s look ahead to some promising areas of new development in Detroit, asking what is likely to happen with them. Read the rest of the story at... freep.com
December
December 19, 2013
Year-Long Celebration Helps Conservancy Embrace 10-Year Anniversary
A 10-year anniversary comes along once in a lifetime, so the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy worked throughout the year to maximize this milestone while raising awareness of the organization, highlighting a decade of riverfront transformation, connecting creatively with new and...
December 19, 2013
Programming Brings People to the Riverfront in 2013
As 2013 draws to a close, the riverfront has seen one of its busiest and most vibrant seasons to date. Daily programming served as a connecting point in the community and brought hundreds of thousands of visitors throughout the spring, summer and fall to the riverfront to enjoy a...
December 19, 2013
Riverfront Construction Progress Continues
Numerous construction projects throughout the year continued to reshape and reenergize the riverfront, with the last several months seeing considerable progress made toward the completion of the east riverfront and the launch of the initial phase of the west riverfront’s...
December 19, 2013
Conservancy Unveils Redesigned Website
To help celebrate its 10-year anniversary and more effectively connect with key audiences, the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy unveiled a completely redesigned website last month. The website features updated copy, many engaging new photographs, a full calendar of events,...