November
November 12, 2020
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy and Huron-Clinton Metroparks Announce Major Partnership
DETROIT (November 12, 2020) – The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy and Huron-Clinton Metroparks announced today a multi-year, pilot partnership that focuses on widening access to new programs and recreation for city and suburban families, and leverages the world-class parks, greenways...
November 20, 2019
RiverWalk Closed from GM Plaza to Cullen Plaza
A privately-owned recreational boat struck the RiverWalk between GM Plaza and Cullen Plaza early this morning. Thankfully, no one was hurt, but the marine railing was significantly damaged. As a result, that portion of the RiverWalk will be closed until the Detroit Riverfront...
March
March 12, 2021
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Seeks Public Programs & Special Events Intern
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy seeks a Public Programs & Special Events Intern to join our team this summer. This internship will be be responsible for assisting the programming team in execution of public programs offered to the Conservancy's 3 million visitors, and support...
March 24, 2020
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy during Governor Whitmer's "Stay at Home, Stay Safe"
March 24, 2020 - DETROIT- The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy team would like to let everyone know that the RiverWalk and the Dequindre Cut Greenway are open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. during Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s "Stay at Home, Stay Safe" order that took effect today. The...
March 11, 2019
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy seeks seasonal event support
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy is hiring two production assistants and one site manager that will work with our events and programming teams this summer. Please click on the buttons below for more information about the positions and how to apply. Deadline to apply is April 3. ...
January
January 14, 2021
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Seeks Public Spaces Coordinator
January 15, 2021 - [DETROIT] - The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy seeks a Public Spaces Coordinator to join our programming team. The Public Space Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating public program offerings on the Detroit RiverWalk and Dequindre Cut, assist in...
January 23, 2020
EPA and Conservancy partner on $2.5 million project to clean up Detroit River
DETROIT (Jan. 22, 2020) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has signed a $2.5 million agreement to design a project that will remediate contaminated sediment and create a substantial new habitat at the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park, a waterfront park being...
December
December 17, 2020
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Winter Newsletter
December 17, 2020 -[DETROIT] -You can read the newest edition of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s newsletter online now! The quarterly publication features construction news, in-the-know stories, updates, a calendar, photos and more about the exciting happenings on the dynamic...
December 12, 2019
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Fall/Winter Newsletter
December 16, 2019 -[DETROIT] -You can read the newest edition of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s newsletter online now! The quarterly publication features construction news, in-the-know stories, updates, a calendar, photos and more about the exciting happenings on the dynamic...
September
September 15, 2020
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Fall 2020 Newsletter
September 15, 2020 -[DETROIT] -You can read the newest edition of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s newsletter online now! The quarterly publication features construction news, in-the-know stories, updates, a calendar, photos and more about the exciting happenings on the dynamic...
August
August 26, 2020
WORK BEGINS THIS WEEK ON A $2.9M CLEANUP OF CONTAMINATED SEDIMENTS ALONG THE DETROIT RIVER
DETROIT [August 26, 2020] – Work began this week on a $2.9 million project led by the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that will clean up a portion of contaminated sediment along the Detroit River and set the stage for the...
August 29, 2019
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Summer 2019 Newsletter
August 29, 2019 -[DETROIT] -You can read the newest edition of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s newsletter online now! The quarterly publication features construction news, in-the-know stories, updates, a calendar, photos and more about the exciting happenings on the dynamic...
August 29, 2019
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Seeks Executive Assistant to the President & CEO
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy is seeking a candidate with 5+ years experience to provide administrative and planning support to the President & CEO. Responsibilities include scheduling and coordinating meetings; preparing briefing and presentation materials; and support for...
June
June 21, 2020
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy is seeking seasonal operations support for park operations
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy is seeking seasonal support for our park operations along the RiverWalk. Please click on the buttons below for more information about the positions and how to apply. Applications are rolling. Operations Assistant Application
June 3, 2019
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Spring 2019 Newsletter
June 3, 2019 -[DETROIT] -You can read the newest edition of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s newsletter online now! The quarterly publication features construction news, in-the-know stories, updates, a calendar, photos and more about the exciting happenings on the dynamic...
May
May 1, 2020
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Spring Newsletter
You can read the newest edition of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s newsletter online now! The quarterly publication features construction news, in-the-know stories, updates, a calendar, photos and more about the exciting happenings on the dynamic Detroit Riverfront. It's so...
May 9, 2019
2019 Detroit River Days announced
DETROIT [May 9, 2019 ] – The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy announced details today regarding Detroit’s kickoff to summer, the 13th Annual Detroit River Days presented by Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort on June 21-23, 2019. This year’s Detroit River Days will be held at a new...
October
October 19, 2019
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Statement on the passing of Gov. William Milliken
October 19, 2019 - [DETROIT] - “Governor Milliken was a great friend and a tremendous leader for our state. He was also a great friend of the Detroit Riverfront. As the longest-serving governor in the State of Michigan’s history, William Milliken was a tireless advocate for the...
October 17, 2018
Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation Announces $200 Million Investment in Parks & Trails Initiative
Detroit, MI/Buffalo, NY (Oct. 17, 2018) – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation today announced a $200 million investment in parks and trails in Southeast Michigan and Western New York. The gift honors the Foundation’s namesake, Ralph C. Wilson, Jr, on the 100th anniversary of his...
July
July 10, 2019
2018 Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Annual Report
July 10, 2019 -[DETROIT] -You can read the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s 2018 Annual Report online now! Click here to read the 2018 Annual Report.