Sidewalk Detroit

🌍✨ Transforming spaces, inspiring change! This year Sidewalk Detroit launched its Earth Futures initiative with a goal to tackle climate challenges such as air quality and water pollution through the powerful lens of public art and spatial equity. From Jordan Weber's "New Forest, Ancient Thrones" at #CanfieldConsortium to Detroit-based artist Halima Cassells' upcycled installation at Eliza Howell Park, we're fostering deep connections between art, the environment and community. Today is #GivingTuesday! Help us continue to reimagine public spaces and build stronger, more connected communities. Explore how you can give back at https://lnkd.in/eqYD5bgr. #SidewalkDetroit #GivingTuesday2024 #GivingTuesdayDetroit #Detroit #ElizaHowellPark #EarthFutures #HalimaCassells #JordanJWeber

Last week Sidewalk Detroit's Program Director Augusta Morrison participated in the Midwest Artist Summit at the Charlotte Street Foundation in Kansas City. More than 100 artists, arts organizations, and activists convened to explore the role and possibilities of arts and culture-bearer-curated platforms and ecologies. Key discussions included funding distributions, alternative sustainability models, stewardship and reciprocity, residency programs, movement work/activism, and fostering Midwest exchanges. The work continues and the coalition is growing stronger. Thank you MDW for organizing! Great to see our Detroit partners and friends at the table as well: #ArtDetroitNow, #BulkSpace, #TalkingDolls, #MaamoulPress, #PlayHouseLabs, #TheHinterlands. #SidewalkDetroit #Detroit #MidwestArtistSummit

Take a look at this recent article from Model D Media! Sidewalk Detroit’s efforts at Eliza Howell Park bring neighbors together through community visioning and public art. With infrastructure upgrades and new programming, we've been revitalizing this 250-acre gem along the Rouge River. Check out the full story here: https://bit.ly/3V4YjDV. #SidewalkDetroit #ElizaHowellPark #Detroit #ModelDMedia

Big things happen when community and creativity collide. ✨ Remember when Sidewalk Detroit's work was featured in The New York Times? They highlighted our artist-in-residence Jordan Weber's powerful installation, "New Forest, Ancient Thrones," tackling air pollution through art. (https://nyti.ms/4eNReys) Want to see more community-based public art? #GivingTuesday is coming up on Dec. 3! Your support helps us transform public spaces and build stronger communities through art, culture and deep engagement. Visit https://bit.ly/3ZePJDY for ways you can give back this season. #SidewalkDetroit #GivingTuesday2024 #GivingTuesdayDetroit #Detroit #NYT

Ready to test your bird knowledge? 🧠 🐦 Join The Detroit Bird Alliance tomorrow at 7 p.m. for Bird Brain Trivia Night at Brewery Faisan in Detroit! 🐤 💡 For just $20, you’ll enjoy a fun evening while supporting our feathered friends. To purchase tickets, scan the QR code or go to https://bit.ly/3AOCktQ. 🕊️ ✨ #SidewalkDetroit #ElizaHowellPark #DetroitBirdAlliance #BirdBrainTrivia

We're pleased to announce that Detroit is one of 26 U.S. cities to receive an #AsphaltArt Initiative grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies! This program funds creative projects that improve street safety, revitalize public spaces and engage local communities. As part of the initiative, Sidewalk Detroit is leading community engagement for the Lahser Streetscape project. We're also excited to announce that the curatorial council has selected muralist Habacuc Bessiake to bring the community's vision to life! This vibrant mural will celebrate Detroit’s diverse and resilient spirit, uniting businesses and residents alike. Stay tuned for more updates as we look forward to unveiling the project in Spring 2025 at Lahser & Grand River! #SidewalkDetroit #Bloomberg #Spring2025 #HabacucBessiake

At the recent Detroit’s 2024 Parks Summit, our very own Director and Founder Ryan Myers-Johnson moderated a panel on park stewardship, sharing insights from organizing volunteer cleanups, maintaining native habitats, tackling invasive species and more. At the same event, Sidewalk Detroit Program Director Augusta Morrison brought her expertise to a youth engagement panel, discussing efforts to connect Detroit’s youth with our parks. Eliza Howell Park Advisory Council member Leonard Weber also attended and spoke. It was a dynamic day connecting with park advocates, professionals and supporters, united to shape the future of our public spaces. #SidewalkDetroit #Detroit #DetroitParksCoalition #DetroitParksSummit #DetroitParks Detroit Parks Coalition

Did you know we’re on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn? 📲 Stay connected with Sidewalk Detroit and follow us for updates, events, community news and more! #SidewalkDetroit #Detroit #FollowUs #Community #ElizaHowellPark

At Sidewalk Detroit, we're building stronger communities across metro-Detroit by blending resident vision, strategy and creativity. Our focus on public art, cultural programs, city building and deep community engagement empowers residents to reclaim and shape their spaces for a brighter future. #SidewalkDetroit #ElizaHowellPark #Detroit #OurMission #Community #Art

Reminiscing about warm summer days. ☀️ #FlashbackFriday to our Eco-Artist-in-Residence Halima Cassells' installation unveiling in July. This upcycled art piece was created with the help of our community and stands today at Eliza Howell Park. #ElizaHowellPark #SidewalkDetroit #HalimaCassells