Archive for PW News

Corrado Parducci Tour Set for March 10th!

On March 10, 2012, join us for Corrado Parducci: Detroit’s Architectural Sculptor, a very special walking and bus tour of sculptor Corrado Parducci’s work. Our tour guide will be noted Parducci authority, Jennifer Baross. The tour begins at the Guardian Building and sites will include access to some of Detroit’s magnificent buildings. Be prepared to [...]

Preservation Wayne Takes a New Energized Direction

(Detroit, MI – February 10, 2012) – Preservation Wayne, Detroit’s oldest and largest historic preservation organization, announced that they are changing their name to Preservation Detroit. In an effort to clarify their focus, the name change is coupled with a new proactive approach to community revitalization and historic preservation by the nonprofit. The new logo, [...]

Hecker-Smiley Mansion Tour – Sold Out!

Thank you for your interest in the Hecker-Smiley Mansion Tour! As of Friday, February 10th our tour has sold out. We’ve all admired the majesty of the Hecker-Smiley Mansion–now is your chance to tour the inside! On Saturday, February 25th at 10:00 AM, Preservation Wayne has scheduled a tour of the Hecker-Smiley Mansion. The building, a [...]


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Preservation Wayne is Detroit’s oldest and largest architectural preservation organization. As the first Detroit recipient of the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Honor Award, we have been working to honor Detroit’s rich architectural heritage since 1975. Over the last three decades, the scope of Preservation Wayne has grown to encompass the entire city, from historic homes to skyscrapers to sites of cultural significance. Please join us to ensure that Detroit’s history is protected and celebrated for generations to come.