September

September 17, 2014

Detroit RiverFront Conservancy CFO To Participate In Detroit Regional Chamber's Leadership Detroit Class XXXVI

September 17, 2014 [DETROIT] – The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy announced today that Chief Financial Officer William Smith will participate in the Detroit Regional Chamber’s latest Leadership Detroit class, a 10-month transformational leadership program designed to challenge...

September 12, 2014

Conservancy Honors General Motors With Shimmer Award

September 12, 2014 [Detroit] - Each year at Shimmer on the River, the Shimmer Award is presented to a company or an individual demonstrating an extraordinary commitment to the revitalization of Detroit’s riverfront.  Since its debut in 2012, the honoree list may not be lengthy, but...

September 12, 2014

Tooles Sponsors VIP Reception At Shimmer On The River

September 12, 2014 [DETROIT]-  Damon Tooles, President and CEO of Tooles Contracting Group, prides himself on his company’s commitment to the community. Established in 2002, the company has shown that it takes its commitment to being a good corporate citizen seriously, supporting...

September 12, 2014

Strategic Staffing Solutions and Other Companies Provide Valuable Support

September 12, 2014 [Detroit] - Each year, the generosity of sponsors is integral to the success of Shimmer on the River.  For the fifth year in a row, Strategic Staffing Solutions (S3) is supporting Shimmer on the River as Presenting Sponsor.  This sponsorship provides an...

August

August 4, 2014

Fourth Annual “Reading & Rhythm On The Riverfront” Summertime Literacy Program

Michigan Chronicle (July 7, 2014): On Thursday, July 10, the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy in partnership with the General Motors Foundation kicks off the fourth annual Reading & Rhythm on the Riverfront(R3).  This interactive and family-orientated summer program promotes...

August 4, 2014

Alicia Smith Reads to Hundreds of Children at Detroit’s Riverfront

WXYZ (August 1, 2014): Our very own Alicia Smith was invited to Reading and Rhythm on the Riverfront where she had the privilege of reading to dozens of children right along the Detroit River... Read More

August 4, 2014

Gabriel Richard Park Will Be the Next Riverfront Makeover

Curbed (July 29, 2014): As if opening a splash park and extending the RiverWalk weren't big enough achievements for one summer, the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy is preparing for construction at Gabriel Richard Park. For the unfamiliar, it's the blur of green and trees visible as...

August 4, 2014

RiverWalk west expansion quietly opens to bikers, pedestrians

Detroit News (July 26, 2014): The first portion of the west RiverWalk, the hugely popular downtown shoreline pathway, has quietly opened. The 20-acre parcel was formally the site of a newspaper printing plant and is located at 1801 W. Jefferson Ave., which is roughly bordered by Joe...

July

July 9, 2014

Detroit RiverFront Conservancy Names Mark Wallace New CEO & President

Detroit Resident Brings Public-Private Partnership and Real Estate Development Expertise to City’s Thriving Riverfront Redevelopment Efforts     Editor's Note: To download photo of Mark Wallace, please click here. July 9, 2014 [DETROIT] – The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy (DRFC)...

June

June 17, 2014

GM River Days Returns This Weekend

For many Metro Detroiters, GM River Days presented by Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort is the unofficial kickoff to summer.  Don’t miss the popular three-day festival this weekend, June 20-22. This year’s national music acts include: Friday, June 20 (BIKE NIGHT) - John Kay &...

June 17, 2014

Mt. Elliott Park Opens with a Splash

Since its opening on June 6, the completely transformed Mt. Elliott Park has become one of the most popular destinations along the Detroit riverfront.  More than 200 guests celebrated the grand opening of the park on June 6.  Following brief remarks from various dignitaries involved...

June 6, 2014

Get ready to splash, play in Detroit RiverWalk's newest park

Detroit Free Press (June 5, 2014): Get ready for surprise and delight on the riverfront. The transformed Mt. Elliott Park on the Detroit RiverWalk opens to the public Friday, and the space once used mainly by a few fishermen has been transformed into a kid-friendly whirl of splash...

May

May 20, 2014

Major RiverWalk developments to debut this summer

Model D (May 20, 2014):The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy is preparing to unfurl a number of Detroit RiverWalk extensions and attractions this summer. The group is working toward extending the RiverWalk from “bridge to bridge,” or from the McArthur Bridge, which connects Belle Isle...

May 13, 2014

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy Announce Details of a New Partnership to Promote Physical Fitness and Healthy Living

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy Announce Details of a New Partnership to Promote Physical Fitness and Healthy Living Blue Cross supports new program with $1 million pledge to health and wellness on the riverfront   DETROIT, May 2, 2014 --...

April

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...

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