Article Photographer: Kalamazoo Downtown Partnership

Makers and entrepreneurs have set up shop in Downtown Kalamazoo since the county was organized in the 1800s. Products including Gibson guitars, Shakespeare fishing rods and reels, and Checker cabs were not only dreamed-up in the city but brought to reality. Although some of these products are no longer made here, the entrepreneurial spirit never […]

A typical summer in downtown Kalamazoo is full of festivals, shopping, and incredible bites from local restaurants. While this summer may look a little different, the Kalamazoo Downtown Partnership is still dedicated to providing memorable, safe experiences. Jennifer Kitson Jelenek, chief operating officer of the Kalamazoo Downtown Partnership said the number one priority remains to […]