Detroit and Southeast Michigan will open their doors to Brownfields 2008 participants during seven mobile workshops and one walking tour. These events will give you a chance to see and learn firsthand how the Motor City and its neighboring communities approach brownfields redevelopment. Plus they're always fun! And for conference participants coming in early for the conference, two of the workshops are scheduled before the official conference start on May 5.
Life on the River: The Clean-up of the Detroit River ($35/person)
- A special kayak adventure directly on the great river itself.
Saturday, May 3, 1:00-5:00 pm
Redevelopment and Renovation of Historic Sites: The Monroe Experience ($15/person)
Sunday, May 4, 1:00-4:00 pm
The Comeback Kid: Woodward Avenue in the Central Business District (Walking Tour – FREE)
Monday, May 5, 11:45 am – 1:00 pm
Reclaiming the Riverfront: Detroit East Riverfront Stroll and Cruise ($15/person)
Monday, May 5, 1:15-3:45 p.m.
Ford Rouge and Fairlane Green: Sustainable Manufacturing and Recycled Real Estate ($15/person)
Tuesday, May 6, 9:00 – 11:30 am
The Zen and the Art of Redevelopment: Detroit’s Inner-Ring Suburbs ($15/person)
Tuesday, May 6, 1:15-4:00 p.m.
Downriver: Ecorse, River Rouge, and Southwest Detroit ($15/person)
Tuesday, May 6, 1:15-4:00 p.m.
Collaborative Success: Southwest Detroit ($15/person)
Wednesday, May 7, 9:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Full descriptions of the workshops can be found when you click here. Or click here to register for your top choices.
(NOTE: You must be registered for Brownfields 2008 BEFORE you can register for any of the mobile workshops.)