Southwest Detroit

Southwest Detroit Native Adriana Rendon to Lead New Arts-Focused Academy Rooted in Community and Culture

As founding principal of the new Southwest International Academy of Arts and Culture, Adriana Rendon is bringing community voices, cultural heritage and arts education together to create new opportunities for students.

Returning Home With a Purpose: Western Alumni Are Breaking Barriers for Detroit Families

From overcoming barriers to giving back, two DPSCD alumni are helping Detroit families navigate life's challenges through neighborhood health hubs that provide resources, guidance, and hope for a brighter future.

With a legendary juror, ‘Trabajadores’ show connects art, labor, Latino identity

From construction sites to canvas, a Detroit exhibition brings Latino workers into the spotlight.

Southwest Detroit robotics team advances to world championship in Houston

A Southwest Detroit robotics team is heading to the 2026 FIRST Robotics World Championship after earning top honors at a regional competition. Team 5577 will represent their community in Houston, TX.

Spruce up in Southwest Detroit

Infrastructure is powering southwest Detroit’s small business resilience with help from Southwest Detroit Business Association.

3+13 Ways to Celebrate 313 Day in Detroit

March 13th — known locally as 313 Day — is Detroit’s unofficial holiday celebrating the city’s area code, culture, and community pride.

Detroit Warms Up in Time for Valentine’s Day Weekend: 10 Things to Do

Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a friends’ night out, or simply looking to experience something new, this Valentine’s Day weekend offers something for every mood.

Community development leader with passion for helping seniors finds footing, support in Detroit

KaTrice Perry leads the nonprofit Bridging Communities. She is passionate about helping Southwest Detroit seniors find services, housing support and personal connections.

"These Alebrijes are made from different car parts tying up our relationship with Detroit and our long-time contributions as a Latino community to the Motor City,” says artist Elton Monroy Durán.
New sculptures unveiled in Mexicantown draw inspiration from Mexican folk art and Aztec folklore

"These Alebrijes are made from different car parts tying up our relationship with Detroit and our long-time contributions as a Latino community to the Motor City,” says artist Elton Monroy Durán.

Araceli Hernandez, Owner of Florbella Salon in Southwest Detroit
Dismantling barriers for Southwest Detroit business owners

Opening doors, bridging connections and walking entrepreneurs through the litany of permits, regulations, and licensing, Southwest Detroit Business Association supports small business owners in their quest to succeed.  

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