WELCOME
TO THE PRINCIPAL SHOPPING DISTRICT
ONLINE
*NOTE: The PSD is in the
process of launching an all new web page, so please forgive site branches not in
proper functioning order.
For updates on PSD businesses,
activities and events please contact us to sign up for our semi-monthly E-Source
newsletter and have the information emailed right to you!
The Lansing Principal Shopping District
(PSD) is the Capital
City's central business district
extending from 496 to Old
Town Lansing with Larch
Street and Capitol
Avenue to
the East and West. Filled with over 1,000 businesses, the PSD contains a diverse
array of galleries, retail stores and restaurants; many of Michigan's most
prominent law firms, lobbyists, and other professional offices; a collection of
non-profit organizations; and a budding residential community.
Created in 1996,
the PSD promotes over 1,000 of these businesses in downtown and Old Town
Lansing through
advocacy, cooperative promotions, special events, and urban beautification.
Click the links
at left to learn more on what the PSD has to
offer.
Construction
Updates
While Michigan Avenue and Kalamazoo Streets are undergoing major improvements and
construction, the businesses of downtown Lansing are still open and continue to offer
exceptional service and experiences. Call the PSD at (517) 487-3322 for
construction updates and local business specials.
The Michigan Walk of
Fame
The Lansing Principal Shopping District and
the Michigan Historical Museum recently hosted the first Michigan Walk of Fame Celebration - honoring 12 Michigan residents for
outstanding achievements. Political journalist Helen Thomas,
Actor/Director/Producer Jeff Daniels, and Music-Legend Stevie Wonder were among
the attendees. The evening ended with Wonder performing a medley of his classic
hits, fitting Michigan in wherever possible! It was
amazing!
"The Michigan Walk of Fame was created to
honor state residents, past and present, who have made significant contributions
to the state, nation or the world," said Kevin Green, executive director of
Lansing Principal Shopping District. "The Michigan Walk of Fame is the nation's first
statewide 'walk' honoring citizen achievements."
"It's no secret that Michigan has produced
some of the world's most industrious thinkers, inspiring entertainers and
compassionate leaders," said Governor Jennifer M. Granholm. "This first group of
inductees is a fine start to our Michigan Walk of Fame, and the perfect way to
showcase our best and brightest."
The
Michigan
Walk of Fame inductees were selected from more than 450 nominees submitted by
residents of all 83
Michigan
counties throughout fall 2005.
Nominations were also received from 15 other states. The judging process was
conducted statewide via the Internet utilizing the talent and expertise of
historians, business, civic and community leaders in the respective
Michigan
Walk of Fame
categories. Nominations can be submitted for consideration in 2007 at www.michiganwalkoffame.com.
To review biographical information about the twelve 2006 inductees visit
http://www.michiganwalkoffame.com/news_details.asp?nid=61
Real Estate
Information
View available
properties through the link at left or check the city-wide property listing at
edc.cityoflansingmi.com/.
The city-wide property listing is a partnership between the Lansing Economic
Development Corporation, PSD, Old
Town Commercial Association,
REO Town Commercial Association and City of Lansing.
PSD
Updates
The PSD distributes
its "Principal Source" e-newsletter. The "E-Source" is sent out twice a month
and includes a quick update of events and happenings throughout the district. If
you are interested in receiving the E-Source, email the PSD Marketing Manager
Andrea Ragan at andrea@lansingpsd.com.
