We're opening the doors to a brand new era of coastal resilience.

Rain or Shine - Saturday, June 1 | 11am - 4pm

Brief Grand Opening Ceremony at 11:30am

Clean the Bay Day Cleanup 9am-10:30am (Register to participate in the cleanup here)

Join the Elizabeth River Project for the Grand Opening of the new Ryan Resilience Lab and the Norfolk EcoDistrict. Discover how businesses and people are rising together to protect the river – and our coastal way of life – in the age of sea level rise. Free and open to everyone.

Tour the Elizabeth River Project's Ryan Resilience Lab:

Rainwater Capture, Solar Arrays, Green Roof
Discover Membership & Volunteer Opportunities and Other Ways to Get Involved

Explore the EcoDistrict (North Colley 42nd St to 52nd St):

Learn about the Mission
Explore the Shops
Spot River Otters in Participating Businesses & Win Prizes

Join the FUN:

Electric Boat Rides (Space is limited! Sign up for your demo ride courtesy of Electrified Marina)
8:30 am guided kayak tour & 20% off kayak rentals from Norfolk Kayak Rentals
Door Prizes
Live Music

Event is free - donations are always appreciated to support a healthy Elizabeth River. We look forward to seeing you soon!