A new chapter is forming on the Des Moines waterfront. The Marina Steps belong to everyone. And now, through the Friends initiative…

Friends of Des Moines Marina Steps is a citizen-led volunteer group dedicated solely to caring for, enhancing, and activating the …

FAQ for The Friends of Des Moines Marina Steps: Building the Future of Our Waterfront — Together!

Beginning with the End in Mind: A Vision for Des Moines’ Economic Development

Long before the Marina Steps open in 2026, we’re building the foundation for what will become one of the most dynamic and beloved public spaces in South King County. As a Founding Member, you’ll be part of the small but powerful group that helps shape the vision, voice, and vitality of this effort from the very beginning. This isn’t just about creating a waterfront destination — it’s about creating a legacy. The Friends of the Marina Steps will evolve into a formal foundatio

The Friends of the Marina Steps is an emerging community-led initiative in Des Moines, Washington, created to support the city’s forthcoming Marina Steps project — a new waterfront public space scheduled to open in Summer 2026. While the Steps construction has yet to begin, the Friends group is forming in advance to cultivate community pride, volunteerism, and stewardship from the very beginning. The group’s vision is to “begin with the end in mind” — laying the social and c