Creative Minds Studio: Inspiring the Next Generation of Young Artists Downtown Shreveport has a new place for our young “Creative Minds”! Artspace Shreveport is launching an exciting new youth initiative this fall, Creative Minds Studio: The Studio for Young Creatives. Designed for kids ages 7–12, this program is more than just an art class, it’s […]
Calling All Young Artists: Kids’ Holiday Art Contest in Downtown Shreveport! Downtown Shreveport is about to get a little more colorful this holiday season! The Remington Hotel & Spa is inviting young artists from across the community to take part in their Holiday Art Contest, where creativity and festive spirit will take center stage. This […]
Downtown Shreveport Property Owner 50 Cent Celebrates Milestone Birthday With Big Moves in Entertainment Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, global entertainment mogul and property owner in Downtown Shreveport, celebrated his milestone 50th birthday by giving fans a gift of his own — free access to his curated 50 Cent Action channel on Pluto TV. The channel, which […]
SPD In Action: Addressing Homelessness and Safety in Downtown Shreveport At our recent Downtown Town Hall, some business owners and residents expressed concern about the presence of homelessness and panhandling in the downtown area. These are complex challenges that can affect perceptions of safety in our downtown. The Downtown Development Authority shares those concerns and […]
SHREVEPORT, LA — There are moments in a city’s life when history comes into sharp focus — when the weight of the past meets the hope of the future in a single afternoon. That moment came on July 1st as the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce filled with civic leaders, longtime residents, and downtown champions […]
2025 is a milestone year for Shreveport, a time to honor the people, places, and pivotal moments that helped shape our city. As communities across the region mark important anniversaries, we invite you to join us in Downtown Shreveport on July 1st to reflect on our past and look boldly toward our future. You are […]
Navigating parking in downtown Shreveport is simpler and more affordable than you might expect. In fact, Shreveport offers some of the lowest parking rates in the state, making it easy for visitors, employees, and business patrons to access the heart of our city. On-Street Parking: Quick Facts All metered and unmetered on-street parking spaces in […]
Standing Room Only: Downtown Townhall Brings Community Together for Meaningful Dialogue and Solutions In a show of strong civic engagement and community investment, Shreveport’s Downtown Townhall Meeting drew a standing-room-only crowd this past Wednesday. Residents, property owners, business owners, and local stakeholders gathered for a robust conversation hosted by the Shreveport Police Department, the Shreveport […]
The Shreveport Police Department, in collaboration with the Downtown Development Authority (DDA), is inviting downtown property owners, business leaders, and community stakeholders to participate in a Downtown Townhall Meeting on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. The meeting will take place at Wheless Auditorium, located inside the Regions Tower at 333 Texas Street in […]
In downtown Shreveport, few properties carry the layered legacy of 525 Milam Street. Now listed for auction, this 14-story structure presents an extraordinary opportunity to reimagine one of the city’s most iconic towers, by finally fulfilling its original purpose. In the late 1940s, plans emerged for a striking new residential building to replace the old […]
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