The newly unveiled legacy beacon on Windsor's waterfront will be known as Michael D. Hurst Legacy Park.
The new waterfront gathering space, which houses the refurbished Streetcar No. 351, was named for the former mayor who served between 1992 and 2003.
The current council named the park to honour Hurst's role in assembling and developing the 4.7 kilometre stretch of parkland along the waterfront.
"There were a lot of people who worked almost tirelessly to bring this dream of a riverfront park system into a reality. It took a lot of effort, it took a lot of teamwork, it took a lot of risk," said Hurst.
Along with the historical exhibition on the city's transit history, the beacon houses public washrooms and a food and drink vendor offering beverages and light snacks.
"We have this beautiful new beacon along our waterfront, More than just a streetcar it's a 10,000 square foot patio with full food service and beverage service, restrooms. It is the best place in the City of Windsor for the public to come out and enjoy their million-dollar waterfront," said Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens.
Grand opening festivities continue throughout the weekend with Museum Windsor staff offering tours and live music.