October
October 14, 2014
Support the Conservancy by Shopping
October 14, 2014 [DETROIT] - Shimmer on the River is just one of the ways in which people can support the Conservancy. The Conservancy’s “Shop, Sell, Search, Support” program allows individuals to support the Conservancy by frequenting some of Metro Detroit’s most popular grocery...
October 14, 2014
Conservancy Celebrates Grand Opening of West RiverWalk
October 15, 2014 [DETROIT]- The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy celebrated the official grand opening of the West RiverWalk on October 4 with an afternoon featuring live entertainment, food trucks, a beer garden and family activities. Entertainment was as eclectic as it was...
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
West Riverfront
The 20-acre 1801 W. Jefferson property along the west riverfront will soon be bustling with activity as the Conservancy prepares to open it to the general public once power is connected at the site. This first phase of the west riverfront project has three pathways from Jefferson...
June 17, 2014
Outdoor Adventure Center
After months of steady progress, construction crews are currently busy checking off items needed to complete the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ Outdoor Adventure Center prior to the installation of exhibits. Specialists are busy building the many Phase One exhibits that...
June 17, 2014
Dequindre Cut - North
Work progresses on the northward portion of the Dequindre Cut that will extend the well-traveled greenway from Gratiot Avenue to Mack Avenue. This will provide a safe and convenient link between the riverfront, Eastern Market and surrounding neighborhoods. Currently, bridges at...
June 17, 2014
Gabriel Richard Park
Gabriel Richard Park will receive additional enhancements this summer, including lighting at the existing labyrinth, the installation of an environmentally friendly 36-spot parking lot, a colored concrete walkway that connects visitors from Jefferson Avenue to the RiverWalk and an...
June 17, 2014
Chene Park—East/West Parcels
Work to parcels east and west of Chene Park this year will bring the Conservancy closer to its ultimate goal of a continuous 3.5 miles of east riverfront, which are accessible, beautiful and engaging for visitors and connected via the popular RiverWalk. At the former Holcim property...
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 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 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...