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Detroit is hosting International Placemaking Week, spotlighting its bold urban transformation through vibrant public spaces that reconnect communities. With global urban planners in attendance, the city showcases how parks and plazas have become catalysts for social connection and livability — from riverfront to downtown. Mayor Mary Sheffield and other leaders reveal how strategic investments turned neglected areas into bustling gathering spots, offering vital lessons for cities worldwide. Attendees explore how Detroit’s spaces draw crowds after hours and prioritize community input, all while experiencing the city’s placemaking magic firsthand across downtown and neighborhoods.

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