Riverfront East Alliance, Newlab, Charles H. Wright Museum, One Detroit Weekend | One Detroit
Members of Detroit’s Riverfront East Alliance reflect on the 20-year transformation and beautification of the city’s riverfront. Newlab helps shift the technology and entrepreneurial landscape in Detroit. The Wright Museum continues to enhance its exhibits through technology and expands its performance stage. Plus, upcoming events on “One Detroit Weekend.”
One Detroit Weekend: April 26, 2024
Calling all football fans— the 2024 NFL Draft has finally landed in Detroit. Head downtown to take in the full NFL Draft Experience. While you’re downtown, you can also check out Sneaker Con Detroit at Huntington Place. Plus, there are a handful of upcoming productions and performances happening in and around the city. See what else is coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”
The Charles H. Wright Museum continues to enhance exhibits with technology, expand its theater
The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History has been educating Detroiters and visitors on African American history since 1966. The museum continues to expand, introducing new exhibits, bolstering its technology, and expanding its theatre. One Detroit contributor Sarah Zientarski talks with Wright Museum President and CEO Neil Barclay about the improvements being made.
Newlab at Michigan Central helps shift technology, entrepreneurial landscape in Detroit
Newlab at Michigan Central opened its doors in April 2023 and embodies the story of revitalization and transformation in Detroit. It houses 90 startups in a range of industries from EV off-road vehicles to smart wheels. Newlab CEO Cameron Lawrence talks about efforts to make Detroit a destination for technology and innovation.
Riverfront East Alliance reflects on 20-year beautification of Detroit Riverfront
Detroit’s riverfront is one of the city’s main attractions. It attracts an estimated 3.5 million people each year. However, back in the late 90s, there was another plan for the riverfront. One Detroit contributor Bryce Huffman talks with members of the Riverfront East Alliance about their past preservation efforts, which helped prevent casinos from being built along the riverfront.
National Minority Health Month puts spotlight on health disparities faced by people of color
April is National Minority Health Month, an annual observance that highlights the health disparities faced by racial and ethnic minority communities. Dr. Hayley Thompson, director of Wayne State University’s CHECK-UP, talks about the efforts to tackle health inequities in Detroit and Michigan.
National Minority Health Month, 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit | American Black Journal
For National Minority Health Month, Dr. Hayley Thompson, director of Wayne State University’s CHECK-UP, talks with host Stephen Henderson about the efforts to tackle health inequities in Detroit and Michigan. Plus, Visit Detroit President and CEO Claude Molinari and Faye Nelson from the Detroit Sports Organizing Corp share how the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit will impact tourism in the city.
Mayor Mike Duggan delivers 11th State of the City, discusses city’s revitalization ahead of NFL Draft
Detroit Mayor Duggan delivered his 11th State of the City address at Dexter Avenue Baptist Church on the city’s west side. He talked about the city’s revitalization ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft. Contributors Stephen Henderson of “American Black Journal,” Nolan Finley of the Detroit News, and Zoe Clark from Michigan Public discuss Duggan’s speech.
One Detroit Weekend: April 19, 2024
Earth Day is coming up this weekend and there are a few ways to celebrate, including the Earth Day Fest at the Ypsilanti Farmers Market or an Earth Day Celebration at The War Memorial. There’s also a new exhibit on the history of Detroit’s Jewish community at the Detroit Historical Museum. See what else is coming up around town on “One Detroit Weekend” with contributor Cecelia Sharpe of 90.9 WRCJ.
Outdoor Adventure Center brings Michigan’s nature and recreation to Detroit
Virtual kayaking, snowmobiling, ATVing and more can be found at The Outdoor Adventure Center, which is run by the Department of Natural Resources. The center aims to entertain and educate its visitors by bringing Michigan’s outdoor activities to its indoor facility. Contributor Sarah Zientarski talks with Assistant Director Missy Sharp about what visitors can experience at the center.
Duggan State of the City, Detroit PBS, Birdie’s Bookmobile, Outdoor Adventure Center | One Detroit
Contributors Stephen Henderson, Nolan Finley and Zoe Clark react to Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan’s 11th State of the City address. Detroit Public Television changes its name to Detroit PBS and announces its headquarters is moving to Detroit. Birdie’s Bookmobile, a Detroit literacy organization, brings the joy of reading to children. Plus, take a tour of the Outdoor Adventure Center in Detroit.
Birdie’s Bookmobile spreads the joy of reading to Detroit children
Birdie’s Bookmobile hopes to inspire the next generation of readers. Launched in 2022, the literacy organization provides hundreds of books to schools, after-school programs and nonprofits across Detroit. Since Birdie’s Bookmobile was born, it has distributed more than 16,000 books. One Detroit and BridgeDetroit contributor Eleanore Catolico has the story.
