“The creation of this new arts and cultural district will provide an inclusive, accessible, creative space for adults with disabilities and represents an ideal hyperlocal placemaking project,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz.
"This sculpture is a wonderful example of why people love this park," says People for Palmer Park President Stacy Varner.
Applications for the program, which will award nine $10,000 fellowships, are due by midnight on Friday, May 26.
Hostile architecture doesn't just hurt those without a home. Detroit student Nyla Davison pens a short essay about the defensive design strategies used in her city, and what she wants for the future.
“We want to create smaller events to support the community,” says Nina Payne, who has stepped into event management at Marygrove. “We want to invite professional people […] and show them how amazing this historic building is.”
“Congratulations to all those involved in the rehabilitation of Hamtramck Stadium. This is an important landmark for Black history, American history, and Hamtramck history,” Sen. Stephanie Chang (D-Detroit), says in a statement. “I’m excited about the future of the stadium and the role it will continue to play for residents of Hamtramck and the entire region.”
Revelers of all ages at the annual parade in Southwest Detroit weren't deterred by a little rain this year. Photographer Rosa María Zamarrón was on hand to capture the bright moments.
"Coldwater Kitchen," a new documentary from Brian Kaufman and Mark Kurlyandchik premiering this week, follows the journeys of Chef Jimmy Hill and three inmates inside and outside of prison.
Young poet Aliryca Howell believes that a person only improves in life if they decide to take true steps forward in their own progress. It's part of the inspiration behind her moving contribution to our Voices of Youth project.
Dominique Hubbard, a talented young artist at Cody High School, participated in our Voices of Youth initiative. She worked with artist James Morris to develop a powerful images sharing her perspective on abandoned homes in Detroit.
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