Detroit Sound Conservancy Receives $1.9M Mellon Foundation Grant to Restore the Historic Blue Bird Inn and Invest in Capacity and Community [Detroit, Michigan. July 1st, 2024] — Detroit Sound Conservancy (DSC) announces a transformational grant of $1,900,000 over four years from the Mellon Foundation to support the rehabilitation of the Blue Bird Inn, a historic […]
Free with RSVP Please join Detroit Sound Conservancy (DSC) at our annual community BBQ for an afternoon of music, joy, and celebration! The event will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 2–5pm at 6532 Beechwood, around the corner from the Blue Bird Inn at 5021 Tireman Avenue, Detroit, MI. The free community event […]
Free with RSVP: RSVP HERE Suggested Donation $20 Sonic Memory Circles is a community-centered program that explores the intersection of archival sound, lived experience, and the science of sound wellness. These sessions aim to uplift and preserve Detroit’s history where intergenerational community members can exhibit their craft, share stories, and explore the role sound has […]
We’re hiring! Detroit Sound Conservancy is looking for a Donor Engagement Manager to lead our major gifts program. This is a relationship-building role at its core — connecting people who love Detroit music with the work of preserving it. You’ll build a portfolio of donors, tell DSC’s story, and help grow a community of support […]
To John: Thank you for your life and passion for this music and culture. DSC would not exist with John. John embodied and shared a profound commitment to the importance of Detroit’s music and heritage. He shared that knowledge and led by example. John was a person of inclusivity, accuracy and honesty. He wanted the […]
Detroit Sound Conservancy is looking for a dynamic, imaginative, and passionate individual to join the team as the Development Manager. The Development Manager will play a key role in advancing the organization’s mission by overseeing and supporting both fundraising efforts and operational functions. This individual will be responsible for developing and executing annual fundraising strategies, […]
Libations for Ismael Ahmed… We honor the life and lasting legacy of Ismael Ahmed. Ismael was a visionary leader and cherished friend of Detroit Sound Conservancy who devoted his life to community advocacy and cross-cultural exchange. Through his deep commitment to international artistry and creative expression, he helped bring the Concert of Colors to Detroit, […]
We are pleased to announce the next hire in our multi-year capacity-building initiative to grow and sustain Detroit’s music archive. Detroit Sound Conservancy is looking for a detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate individual to join the team as the Digital Archivist! The Digital Archivist will serve as the primary steward of Detroit Sound Conservancy’s collections, managing […]
TICKETS HERE Give the Gift of Sound! Join Detroit Sound Conservancy in celebrating another year of preserving, advocating, & sustaining Detroit’s Sound. We’re wrapping up an incredible year of powerful programming and unforgettable community moments. What better way to celebrate than with a Holiday Party + Fundraiser! Join us on Thursday, December 11th 2025, at UFO Bar (2110 […]
In partnership with Afro Moone and Moondog Café, DSC’s own Michelle Jahra McKinney will share an evening of music and memory honoring the legacy of her late husband, Harold McKinney. In partnership with Afro Moone and Moondog Café, DSC’s own Michelle Jahra McKinney will share an evening of music and memory honoring the legacy of […]
Join us on Saturday, September 6th, 2025 from 2PM–5PM at The Blue Bird Inn (5021 Tireman, Detroit, MI 48202) for an afternoon of food, music, and community vibes! This family-friendly celebration brings together the DSC family and local community to connect, reflect, and celebrate another year of supporting the sound. With live music from Sophiyah […]