DCA’s Heather Holmes Dillard Named to U.S. Black Chambers “Power 50” List
Downtown Cleveland Alliance’s Heather Holmes Dillard is being honored for community impact by the U.S. Black Chamber, INC. The annual Power 50 List is a way to recognize some of the most influential women who help us reimagine what is possible.
DCA Renews North Coast Harbor Maintenance Contract
Cleveland City Council Awards Downtown Cleveland Alliance (DCA) with North Coast Harbor Maintenance Contract Renewal. DCA retains responsibility for management, programming, and marketing of North Coast Harbor.
City ADVOCATES Application Is Live!
Downtown Cleveland Alliance reimagines City Advocates Program. Applications are open for the program aimed at providing participants with Engagement, Education, and Exposure
Paying Tribute to Trailblazers: Carl B. Stokes
Carl B. Stokes was the first African American Mayor of not only Cleveland but of a major American city. He is of the few American politicians whose career spanned all three branches of government serving as mayor, Ohio legislator, and municipal court judge. Carl rose to the top and paved the way for those after him.
Paying Tribute to Trailblazers
In her writing, Toni Morrison tackled difficult themes including systematic oppression, sexism, and destruction of identity. Her extraordinary work led to many lifetime awards including The Pulitzer Prize and The Noble Prize.
The Economic Benefits of Public Space Activation
Regularly activated public spaces are crucial to creating the type of environment that attracts residents, workers, and visitors. In this blog series, we will explore the economic, health, and community impacts of public space activation as well as opportunities for public policy to support the enhancement and activation of public spaces.
Paying Tribute to Trailblazers
Deemed from a young age “Most Likely to Succeed”, Dr. Antoine D. Moss has proven his classmates right. As an author, motivational speaker, success coach, philanthrope, consultant, and more, Antoine Moss lives up to his name as, The Man of Inspiration.
WinterLand Super Saturday!
February 11th is Super Saturday in Downtown Cleveland! Ice Fest along with daylong, free, family-friendly activities, and entertainment are taking place throughout the whole city! DCA is introducing our FREE trolley service to take you around downtown, park once and stay all day!
Ice Fest Returns to Downtown Cleveland
Downtown Cleveland Alliance hosts daylong free, family-friendly activities and entertainment!
Paying Tribute to Trailblazers
Join us as we remember and celebrate notable African Americans who have helped shape Cleveland into the city it is today.
DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION ANNOUNCES NEW CHAIR
Downtown Cleveland Improvement Corporation (DCIC) names Thomas J. Coyne as chair, approves budget, and implements strategic plan at their most recent meeting.
WinterLand Continues!
WinterLand extends beyond the holiday season with two additional months of fun and festivities! From ice skating and ice sculptures to fire pits, food, and more, Downtown is the place to be.
Legend of the Land: The Cleveland Trust Building
Standing at the corner of East 9th and Euclid is The Cleveland Trust Building completed in 1908. Inside stands, fluted columns, Tiffany-style glass panels, and marble floors and walls. This building has even made the big screen in multiple movies!
DCA & DCIC New Board Members
Downtown Cleveland Alliance and Downtown Cleveland Improvement Corporation welcome eight new board members. The 17th Annual DCIC Meeting highlights Special Improvement District’s latest developments.
Clean & Safe - SEEDS Program
DCA SEEDS Program is dedicated to supporting the unsheltered community by teaching participants professional skills to aid them in securing long-term employment and maintain permanent housing in the hopes of transitioning them from the social services system all together.
WinterLand Road Closures and Transit
WinterLand is almost here! Select roads near Public Square will be closed off from November 25th-27th. DCA also recommends attendees to take advantage of public transit for ease and convenience.
Cheers, My Dears
Are you ready for the Holiday season? Downtown Cleveland is and they have four must-visit Holiday Bars!
Small Business Spotlight: Nosotros
As one of only four nonprofit rock gyms in the world, Nosotros strives to succeed through four principles, physical, intellectual, social, and faithful. Nosotros is excited to launch its Breakthrough Campaign dedicated to giving back to students, find out how you can help their efforts.
Legend of the Land: Erie Street Cemetery
Erie Street Cemetery is the oldest existing cemetery in Cleveland. Notable people including many of Cleveland’s mayors, Revolutionary War veterans, and Native American Chiefs are buried here. This beautiful cemetery dates back to 1826.
Legend of the Land: The May Building
The May Building which is currently serving as luxury apartments has lived many lives throughout the years and was once the third largest department store in the nation.