People For Palmer Park, 910 Merrill Plaisance Street, Detroit, MI (2026)

People for Palmer Park is an organization of individuals committed to preservation, recreation and revitalization for Palmer Park in Detroit, for the good of all. PFPP sponsors free health-oriented classes (yoga, t'ai chi, walking groups), affordable tennis program for all ages, a community garden, free community events: Log Cabin Day, Harvest Fest, WinterFest, Earth Day-Aziza Festival, Art Fair,

Story Times, and more. Visit www.peopleforpalmerpark.org to sign up for our news and learn about volunteer opportunities and memberships. If you wish to hold an event in the park with 25 people or more people, please contact the city of Detroit's Recreation Dept. Visit http://www.peopleforpalmerpark.org/contact-us.html for more info. vision: We will work to create an urban oasis and regional destination that will promote an active and healthy community. values: Our guiding values include preservation of park resources, good intent, restoring and preserving history, equality of benefit, collaboration and cooperation with city, community and stakeholders, safety, timeliness, responsiveness and authenticity. If you would like to donate please send a check payable to:
People for Palmer Park
PO Box 43735
Detroit, MI 48243

Donations can also be made securely online:
https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/PeopleforPalmerPark/PFPPdonate.html

08/09/2026

Somebody asked me if there’s really a lake in Palmer Park 🌿
There is. Senator Palmer had it dug in the 1880s at the foot of his summer cabin, and named it after his wife’s mother.
It’s been in the background of half my episodes. Most people who drive past every day have never walked back there.
This week’s episode is supported by People for Palmer Park 🌿 🙏🏾

07/31/2026

Tickets are going quickly. Don't wait to order at https://palmerparkparty2026.eventbrite.com

Jazzy Garden Party in Palmer Woods: Palmer Park fundraiser!
Sunday, August 9, 2026 • 4-7 pm

A fun, restorative event for a great cause! Enjoy a summertime party with outstanding music by Jazz bassist/composer, Kresge Eminent Artist Marion Hayden and her ensemble (Ian Finkelstein on piano and Louis Jones III on drums) at a magnificent mansion and gardens in Detroit's historic Palmer Woods neighborhood (just north of Palmer Park).

Help raise funds for People for Palmer Park’s ongoing work to restore the historic Log Cabin and revitalize the park. The transformation and stewardship of this treasured greenspace and old-growth forest has been a labor of love for me and others who have been growing this nonprofit for the past 15 years!

Tickets are only sold in advance and you will receive a precise address with your tickets. Enjoy delicious food, wine, and desserts, a silent auction, a magnificent garden and home and great music! https://palmerparkparty2026.eventbrite.com

Funds raised will help continue the restoration of Palmer Park's 1880's Historic Log Cabin and also support People for Palmer Park's ongoing efforts to revitalize and beautify this regional destination for all ages—and continue presenting free festivals,events and activities through the year.

The Cabin was designed in 1885 for Senator Thomas and his wife Lizzie Merrill by legendary architects George D. Mason and Zachariah Rice who later mentored famed Detroit Architect Albert Kahn. Palmer Woods was once part of Senator Thomas & Lizzie Palmer's estate and farmland.

Thank you to our sponsors: Norman Silk & Dale Morgan and Rochelle Lento & Mark Magidson

Sponsorship opportunities available: https://forms.gle/fJgVgSfPQ32ecxss9
See more details: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-NV2I6DWkOZRBXQ0-og-XBYSAxbHTkSn/view?usp=share_link

Please donate Silent Auction items: https://forms.gle/pfaVe5cSi1S7KHFRA
See more details:
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Detroit Parks & Recreation The Detroit Parks Coalition

07/27/2026

Jazzy Garden Party in Palmer Woods: Palmer Park's Light Up the Cabin fundraiser on Sunday, August 9, at 4-7 pm!
Tickets: PalmerParkParty2026.eventbrite.com

Celebrate at a summertime party with jazz bassist supreme Marion Hayden and her ensemble. Show your love for Palmer Park at a magnificent mansion and gardens in Detroit's historic Palmer Woods neighborhood (just north of Palmer Park). Help us raise funds for People for Palmer Park’s dedicated work over the past 15 years to restore the historic Log Cabin and revitalize the park.

Enjoy delicious locally-prepared food, sip on wines, bid on fabulous items in the Silent Auction, listen to the jazz and creative sounds of celebrated bassist Marion Hayden (Kresge Eminent Artist) with her ensemble— plus tour a portion of the home and luxuriate around the lush gardens.

Funds raised will help continue the restoration of Palmer Park's 1880's Historic Log Cabin and also support People for Palmer Park's ongoing efforts to revitalize and beautify this regional destination for all ages—and continue presenting free festivals,events and activities through the year.

The Cabin was designed in 1885 for Senator Thomas and his wife Lizzie Merrill by legendary architects George D. Mason and Zachariah Rice who later mentored famed Detroit Architect Albert Kahn. Read more about this landmark. Palmer Woods was once part of Senator Thomas & Lizzie Palmer's estate and farmland.

Silent Auction • Garden Party • Delicious Food & Wine • Tour a portion of the home • Live Jazz • Desserts … and much more.

Just as our homeowners are dedicated to preserving and restoring their historic nearely century-old home in Palmer Woods, they are adament about supporting the restoration of the Palmer Park Log Cabin, an important landmark and architectural treasure.

Sponsorship opportunities available: https://forms.gle/fJgVgSfPQ32ecxss9
See more details: https://forms.gle/cmJzqtQHGxZuh1pq9

Silent Auction items are requested: https://forms.gle/pfaVe5cSi1S7KHFRA
See more details: https://forms.gle/NHtKoqtV57MFv1Vd9

Email us at [email protected] for details
or call (313) 757-2751

Detroit Parks & Recreation The Detroit Parks Coalition

07/26/2026

You’ve probably walked right past this. Most people don’t even know it’s here. 🥏

There’s a disc golf course tucked into the woods at Palmer Park — same trails I’ve been walking you through all summer, completely different game.

So this week, I grabbed my boys and we went and played a round. 🌿

Episode 11 is live.

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Address

910 Merrill Plaisance Street
Detroit, MI
48203

Opening Hours

7pm - 8pm

Telephone

+13137572751

Website

http://www.peopleforpalmerpark.org/donate.html

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