September
September 13, 2021
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy and William Davidson Foundation Announce New Sport House on the West Riverfront to be Named after William “Bill” Davidson
DETROIT (September 13, 2021) - The William Davidson Foundation and the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy announce that a new Sport House in the future 22-acre Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park on Detroit’s West Riverfront will be named after the Detroit businessman and former...
September 1, 2021
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Newsletter-Shimmer On The River Edition
Read all about the return of Shimmer on the River, the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s largest fundraiser, which takes place at West Riverfront Park on Friday, September 17! Click to View a PDF Version of the Newsletter Click to View the Newsletter in ISSUU Make a Donation...
August
August 25, 2021
THE DETROIT RIVERFRONT CONSERVANCY’S ANNUAL SHIMMER ON THE RIVER FUNDRAISER RAISES MUCH-NEEDED FUNDS FOR THE NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION
DETROIT (August 25, 2021) – Shimmer on the River is an important riverfront tradition; it is the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s largest and most popular annual fundraiser, developed to generate much-needed funds to keep the Detroit Riverwalk clean, safe, accessible, and beautiful...
August 25, 2021
Detroit's Healing Memorial comes together one pouch at a time to process COVID
Detroit— The pouches come in all shapes and sizes — squares, rectangles and taffy-shaped. Some are adorned with ribbon or beads. Others are in ornate fabric. But it's what's inside each pouch that makes them unique: a message handwritten by each maker. It could be a message of...
August 25, 2021
'A change of pace:' Work from the Park gives fresh perspective for at-home workers
Detroit — The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy offered home-bound workers a change of scenery Thursday. Almost 200 people turned out for a day at Robert C. Valade Park near the Aretha Franklin Amphitheater on the Detroit Riverwalk for fresh air, food and beverages, and use free Wi-...
August 30, 2018
Detroit RiverFront Conservancy Summer Newsletter
August 30, 2018 -[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 11, 2021
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Begins Construction On Final Piece of East Riverfront
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Begins Construction On Final Piece of East Riverfront - 3.5 miles of Riverwalk to Connect World-Class Parks and Belle Isle and General Motors Announces $2.5 Million Gift to Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Uniroyal site project will complete...
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...
April
April 16, 2021
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Spring Newsletter
April 16, 2021 -[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
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...
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...
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...
March
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. ...
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.