Troy, Michigan

101 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.

• Walbri Hall · 3.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine living the high life as the owner of the Detroit Tigers! That's exactly what Walter O. Briggs did, and his former estate, Walbri Hall, is right here. Walter Briggs, a prominent Detroit industrialist, had this…

• Sterling Heights, MI · 4.9 mi · Local history

  Sterling Heights isn't an accident; it's a careful construction of postwar American dreams made brick and mortar. The slightly higher ground, physically differentiating it from Detroit, became a symbolic higher ground,…

• Gregor S. and Elizabeth B. Affleck House · 5.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Pull over for a peek at architectural history! This is the site of the Affleck House, a stunning example of Frank Lloyd Wright's Usonian vision. Built in 1941 for Gregor and Elizabeth Affleck, this home embodies…

• Meadow Brook Hall · 5.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Prepare to be transported to an era of incredible wealth and artistry. Meadow Brook Hall stands as a testament to the Dodge automotive fortune and the vision of Matilda Dodge Wilson. Built between 1926 and 1929, this…

• Cranbrook Educational Community · 5.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder what happens when a newspaper fortune meets a passion for education and art? You're about to find out. In the early 1900s, George Gough Booth, a publishing magnate, and his wife, Ellen Scripps Booth,…

• Clinton–Kalamazoo Canal · 6.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Right here, you're near a ghost of Michigan's ambition: the Clinton–Kalamazoo Canal. Imagine a waterway stretching across the entire state! Back in the 1830s, after Michigan became a state, Governor Stevens Thomson…

• Melvyn Maxwell and Sara Stein Smith House · 6.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine living in a work of art! This unassuming spot in Bloomfield Hills is home to MyHaven, a Usonian house designed by none other than Frank Lloyd Wright. Melvyn Maxwell Smith and Sara Stein Smith, two public school…

• Packard Proving Grounds · 6.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder where luxury cars like the Packard were put through their paces? This is it. Back in 1927, the Packard Motor Car Company established this proving ground to test new technologies. Engineers pushed prototypes…

• Pontiac, MI · 7.5 mi · Local history

  Pontiac, Michigan, owes its identity to a confluence of factors, starting with its location along the Clinton River. This provided early settlers with a vital transportation route and water source, setting it apart from…

• Holcombe Site · 7.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine standing here over 11,000 years ago! This unassuming spot near Sterling Heights, known as the Holcombe Site, holds secrets from Michigan's earliest inhabitants. Around 9000 BC, Paleo-Indians camped here, drawn…

• Gillespie Street-Clinton River Bridge · 7.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This unassuming bridge is more significant than you might think, as it represents an early example of rigid-frame bridge construction in Michigan. The Gillespie Street-Clinton River Bridge was built to carry traffic on…

• Clinton Valley Center · 9.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This unassuming spot in Pontiac was once home to a place of both hope and despair: the Eastern Michigan Asylum for the Insane, later known as Clinton Valley Center. Founded in 1878, the asylum aimed to provide…

• Walter P. and May Wolf Reuther House · 9.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Pull over for a minute and imagine the intense labor negotiations that were plotted right here. This modest house in Oakland Township was the home of Walter and May Reuther, leaders of the United Auto Workers. Walter…

• Warren, MI · 10.5 mi · Local history

  Warren, Michigan, sits on slightly higher ground than Detroit, a subtle elevation that hints at its separate identity. Established as a township in 1837 and named for Revolutionary War hero General Joseph Warren, its…

• Michigan Military Academy · 10.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine a West Point of the Midwest, right here in Oakland County! The Michigan Military Academy aimed to be just that, shaping young men into leaders. Founded in 1877 by J. Sumner Rogers, the academy offered a rigorous…

• SS. Cyril and Methodius Seminary · 10.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Pull over for a second; this place is steeped in Polish-American history. SS. Cyril and Methodius Seminary, established in 1885, played a huge role in training priests to serve Polish immigrant communities. Originally…

• Scripps Mansion · 12.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine lavish parties and influential figures gracing the grounds of this very spot! This is the William E. Scripps Estate, once the private residence known as Moulton Manor. William E. Scripps, son of newspaper…

• Mount Clemens station · 13.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Before he invented the lightbulb, a young Thomas Edison learned telegraphy near this very train station. The Grand Trunk Western Railroad depot in Mount Clemens became a vital training ground for Edison in his youth. He…

• Sojourner Truth Project · 13.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Right here, at the Sojourner Truth Project, a battle over housing and race exploded in 1942, shaping Detroit's future. World War II created a housing shortage, and the Detroit Housing Commission planned 200 units here…

• Highland Park Ford Plant · 13.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Prepare to witness a revolution! Right here, at the Highland Park Ford Plant, Henry Ford didn't just build cars, he built the future of manufacturing. In 1910, Ford opened this plant, his third, and the second to…

• Redford Theatre · 14.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Prepare to be transported to a different world, right here in Detroit! The Redford Theatre, opened in 1928, was designed to be more than just a movie house. It was an experience. John Kunsky envisioned it as Detroit's…

• Waterford Village, Michigan · 14.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder what life was like for some of Oakland County's earliest settlers? You're driving near Waterford Village, one of the area's first communities. Settlers began arriving here around 1819, drawn by the area's…

• Bethel Community Transformation Center · 15.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This impressive building tells a story of Detroit's evolving communities. Originally built as Temple Beth-El in 1921, it was a grand synagogue serving a large Jewish congregation. Over the decades, Detroit's…

• 1967 Detroit Rebellion Site - 12th Street · 16.6 mi · Historical Marker

  The 1967 Detroit Rebellion began on 12th Street after a police raid on an unlicensed bar, lasting five days and reshaping the city.

• Grand Riviera Theater · 16.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Prepare to be transported back to Detroit's golden age of cinema, even though the theater itself is gone.The Grand Riviera Theater, named for the very street we're on, opened its doors at 9222 Grand River Avenue. It was…

• Albert Kahn Building · 16.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Admire the architectural brilliance of Albert Kahn in this Detroit landmark, a testament to the city's industrial heyday. You're approaching the Albert Kahn Building, a stunning example of his genius. Completed in 1931,…

• Grande Ballroom · 16.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Forget CBGB's, this Detroit spot was ground zero for punk and hard rock! The Grande Ballroom hosted legendary acts like the MC5 and The Stooges, shaping the sound of a generation. Designed in 1928 by Charles Agree, the…

• Fisher Building · 16.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Feast your eyes on Detroit's 'Cathedral of Commerce'! The Fisher Building stands as a testament to the city's roaring twenties and the automotive boom that fueled it. The Fisher brothers, flush with cash from selling…

• Fisher and New Center Buildings · 16.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Prepare to be wowed! Standing here, you're surrounded by two masterpieces that shout Detroit's ambition: the Fisher Building and the New Center Building. These aren't just office blocks; they're symbols of a city on the…

• Cadillac Place · 16.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This isn't just another pretty building; it's a symbol of Detroit's golden age as the Motor City.Completed in 1922, Cadillac Place originally served as the headquarters for General Motors. Designed by architect Albert…

• New Center Commercial Historic District · 16.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Admire the Art Deco architecture of this commercial district, a testament to Detroit's booming automotive industry. This area, known as the New Center Commercial Historic District, really took shape in the early to…

• Ford Piquette Avenue Plant · 16.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Prepare to stand on the very ground where the world changed forever – this is where the Model T was born! The Ford Piquette Avenue Plant, built in 1904, was Ford's second factory. Before the Model T, other cars were…

• Hitsville U.S.A. — Motown's Studio A · 17.0 mi

  Behind a modest house at 2648 West Grand Boulevard, with 'Hitsville U.S.A.' painted across the front, sits the small room where a stunning share of American pop was made. Berry Gordy bought the place in 1959, moved his…

• Motown Museum / Hitsville U.S.A. · 17.0 mi · Historical Marker

  Berry Gordy founded Motown Records in this house on West Grand Boulevard in 1959, launching one of the most influential record labels in history.

• Motown Museum (Hitsville U.S.A.) · 17.0 mi · Things to Do

  The tiny house where Berry Gordy launched Motown. Studio A is exactly as it was.

• Piquette Avenue Industrial Historic District · 17.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Right here, on Piquette Avenue, history was made – automotive history, that is. This area was ground zero for Detroit's burgeoning car industry. In the early 1900s, companies like Ford, Studebaker, Cadillac, Dodge, and…

• Charles Lang Freer House · 17.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder how the Smithsonian got one of its most impressive art collections? It started right here in Detroit. Charles Lang Freer, a railroad car manufacturer, built this home at 71 East Ferry Avenue. But he was more…

• McGregor Memorial Conference Center · 17.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Think mid-century modern cool. The McGregor Memorial Conference Center on Wayne State's campus is a prime example of that style, designed by the renowned architect Minoru Yamasaki. Yamasaki, who later designed the World…

• Belcrest Apartments (Detroit) · 17.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Once a grand hotel, the Belcrest Apartments stand as a reminder of Detroit's glamorous past and architectural elegance. Built in 1926, the Belcrest originally opened as the Belcrest Hotel. Designed by architect Charles…

• The Park Shelton · 17.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This gorgeous building wasn't always condos, you know! Originally built as The Wardell hotel in 1926, it was *the* place to be in Detroit. The Wardell quickly became a popular destination for upscale travelers and…

• Detroit Institute of Arts · 17.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Prepare to be amazed – you're approaching one of the country's greatest art museums, the Detroit Institute of Arts. The DIA's story began in 1885, originally located on Jefferson Avenue. It quickly outgrew that space,…

• Detroit Institute of Arts · 17.6 mi · Historical Marker

  The DIA houses Diego Rivera's Detroit Industry Murals, a 27-panel fresco cycle depicting life in the Ford Rouge Plant, completed in 1933.

• Edsel and Eleanor Ford House · 17.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Prepare to be transported to a world of automotive royalty at the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House. In 1928, Edsel Ford, son of Henry Ford and a key figure at Ford Motor Company, along with his wife Eleanor, made this…

• Thompson Home · 17.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Take a look at that beautiful Victorian building! It's the Thompson Home, a reminder of Detroit's commitment to caring for its elderly. Elizabeth Thompson, a wealthy Detroiter, left money in her will to create a home…

• Greenmead Farms · 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine life in rural Michigan in the 1840s. That's exactly what Greenmead Farms offers: a window into the past. Originally farmland, the property's centerpiece is the Simmons House, built in 1841 in the Greek Revival…

• Wayne State University Buildings · 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Pull over for a second – you're practically parked in history! Right here at Wayne State University, you're surrounded by buildings that have witnessed Detroit's evolution. Let's talk about Old Main. It started as the…

• Hilberry Theatre · 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  For decades, this theater showcased the talents of graduate students in Detroit. The Hilberry Theatre, located right here on Cass Avenue, was home to Wayne State University's graduate theater program starting in 1963.…

• Warren–Prentis Historic District · 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Take a look around – this neighborhood tells the story of Detroit's incredible growth. The Warren–Prentis Historic District showcases the residential architecture of Detroit during its boom years. Between 1880 and 1930,…

• Woodbridge, Detroit · 18.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Step back in time in this neighborhood of Victorian homes, a testament to Detroit's rich architectural heritage. Woodbridge began to take shape in the mid-1800s, largely thanks to its namesake, William Woodbridge, a…

• Willis–Selden Historic District · 18.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Take a stroll down these streets and you're stepping back into Detroit's gilded age. The Willis–Selden Historic District offers a glimpse into the city's late 19th and early 20th century boom. This district,…

• Orchestra Hall (Detroit) · 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Listen closely! The walls around you have stories to tell, because Orchestra Hall is renowned for its superior acoustics. It was built in 1919 for the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, under the leadership of Ossip…

• Detroit–Columbia Central Office Building · 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Before smartphones, before even dial phones were common, this unassuming building was at the heart of Detroit's connection to the world. The Detroit–Columbia Central Office Building, also known as the Michigan Bell…

• Eighth Precinct Police Station · 18.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This unassuming building on Grand River isn't just another brick structure; it's a piece of Detroit law enforcement history. Built in 1900, this was the Eighth Precinct Police Station, serving the city for decades. It…

• Albert Kahn House · 18.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This was the home of Albert Kahn, the architect who designed many of Detroit's iconic industrial buildings and revolutionized factory design. Albert Kahn, a prominent industrial architect, lived in this house in…

• Brush Park · 18.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Once known as 'Little Paris,' Brush Park is experiencing a revival after decades of decline. For a while there, it was anything BUT little Paris. In the mid-1850s, entrepreneur Edmund Askin Brush began developing this…

• Detroit Masonic Temple · 18.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Prepare to be amazed, because you're approaching the world's largest Masonic Temple! This massive structure isn't just a building; it's a testament to architectural ambition and a hub for Freemasonry. Construction began…

• Pewabic Pottery · 18.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever notice those shimmering, almost otherworldly tiles in old buildings? There's a good chance they came from right here. Pewabic Pottery was founded in 1903 by Mary Chase Perry Stratton and Horace James Caulkins. They…

• Eastside Historic Cemetery District · 18.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Step back in time and wander through the final resting places of Detroit's movers and shakers. This is the Eastside Historic Cemetery District, a collection of three distinct cemeteries: Mount Elliott, Elmwood, and…

• Park Avenue Hotel (Detroit) · 18.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Right here, where you're driving, once stood the grand Park Avenue Hotel, a Detroit landmark that sadly no longer exists. It was built to serve travelers and locals alike. For many years, it provided lodging and a…

• St. Joseph Oratory · 18.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Pull over here for a sec, you won't believe the story behind this church! St. Joseph Shrine has been a landmark in Detroit's Eastern Market area since before the Civil War. Founded in 1855 by German immigrants, St.…

• Woodward Avenue Baptist Church · 19.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Right here, where you're driving, stood a grand church, a landmark on Woodward Avenue. Now, only its memory remains, a story etched in Detroit's past. The Woodward Avenue Baptist Church was located at 2464 Woodward…

• Hurlbut Memorial Gate · 19.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Prepare to be impressed! This grand gate marks the entrance to Water Works Park, a testament to Detroit's commitment to providing clean water to its citizens. Back in the late 1800s, Detroit was growing rapidly, and the…

• Fox Theatre - Detroit · 19.1 mi · Historical Marker

  The Fox Theatre, opened in 1928, is the largest surviving movie palace of the 1920s and anchored Detroit's theater district revival.

• Fox Theatre (Detroit) · 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Get ready to be dazzled! You're approaching the Fox Theatre, once the largest movie palace in the entire world. It opened in 1928 as the flagship theater for the Fox Theatres chain. With over 5,000 seats, it was…

• Elmwood Cemetery (Detroit) · 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Step back in time at Elmwood Cemetery, the final resting place of Detroit's movers and shakers for over 175 years. Established in 1846, Elmwood was designed as a rural cemetery, a park-like setting intended to be a…

• The Fillmore Detroit · 19.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder where rock legends like The Who and Stevie Wonder played back in the day? It's right here at The Fillmore Detroit. Originally known as the State Theatre, this beauty opened its doors in 1925. It quickly…

• Jefferson–Chalmers Historic Business District · 19.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder where Detroiters went to dance the night away in the roaring twenties? You're getting close to one of those places right now. The Jefferson–Chalmers Historic Business District was the heart of the east…

• Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts · 19.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine the echoes of laughter and applause bouncing off these walls; this spot has been a stage for legends since 1928! Originally known as the Wilson Theatre, the Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts opened its…

• Grand Army of the Republic Building (Detroit) · 19.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  These walls stand as a tribute to the men who fought to preserve the Union. The Grand Army of the Republic, or GAR, was a fraternal organization composed of veterans who served in the Union Army, Navy, and Marine Corps…

• Detroit Opera House · 19.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Step back in time and imagine the roar of the crowd at the Detroit Opera House, a cultural gem right here in the heart of the city. Designed by the renowned C. Howard Crane, the same architect behind the Fox Theater and…

• David Broderick Tower · 19.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Look up! That green-topped skyscraper is the Broderick Tower, a Detroit icon reborn. Construction started in 1926, and by 1928, it was the second tallest building in Michigan. For years, it stood as a proud symbol, but…

• Lafayette Park, Detroit · 19.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Prepare to enter a time capsule of mid-century modern design! Lafayette Park isn't just a neighborhood; it's a vision of urban renewal brought to life by one of the 20th century's greatest architects. In the 1950s, much…

• Lower Woodward Avenue Historic District · 19.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder where Detroiters did their serious shopping back in the day? You're looking at it. This stretch of Woodward Avenue, once nicknamed Merchant's Row, was the heart of downtown retail. Beginning in the…

• Michigan Central Station · 19.5 mi · Historical Marker

  Opened in 1913 as one of the world's grandest train stations, abandoned in 1988, and restored by Ford Motor Company beginning in 2018.

• Michigan Central Station · 19.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This imposing structure isn't just a building; it's a silent witness to Detroit's triumphs and struggles. Michigan Central Station, dedicated on 1914, was once a bustling hub, connecting Detroit to the nation. Designed…

• Second Baptist Church (Detroit) · 19.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Pull over here for a second – this unassuming church played a huge role in the fight for freedom. This is Second Baptist Church, founded in 1836. But it wasn't just a place of worship; it was a vital station on the…

• Greektown, Detroit · 19.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Hey there, RoadyGoat explorers! Get ready for a taste of the Mediterranean right here in Detroit. This is Greektown, and it's been a vital part of the city's cultural tapestry for over a century.In the early 1900s,…

• Book Tower · 19.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This stunning Italian Renaissance-style skyscraper once symbolized Detroit's boom years. Designed by Louis Kamper, the Book Tower was built between 1925 and 1926 as an addition to the original Book Building. It quickly…

• The Albert (Detroit) · 19.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Detroit's architectural scene wouldn't be the same without Albert Kahn, and this building is a prime example of why. Originally known as the Griswold Building, this beauty was later renamed 'The Albert' in his honor.…

• Dearborn, MI · 19.6 mi · Local history

  Dearborn, Michigan, a city forever linked to the rumble of the assembly line, has become a focal point in debates about identity and representation in recent years. The city's Arab American population, one of the…

• David Stott Building · 19.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Check out that skyscraper! That's the David Stott Building, a Detroit icon with a fascinating past. It was completed in 1929, designed by Donaldson and Meier in the Art Deco style. The Stott Building was originally…

• Charles Trowbridge House · 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder what Detroit was like almost two centuries ago? This spot, where the Charles Trowbridge House still stands, offers a rare glimpse into that past. Charles Trowbridge, a prominent businessman and politician,…

• Detroit, MI · 19.7 mi · Local history

  Detroit owes its existence to a narrow strip of water. The French called it "le détroit," the strait, a connector between the vast waters of the Great Lakes. This river, the Detroit River, isn’t just a waterway; it's a…

• Detroit Free Press Building · 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Check out that limestone building! It was once the Detroit Free Press Building, a major player in Detroit's news scene. Construction on this Art Deco beauty began in 1924, and the Free Press moved in the next year.…

• Penobscot Building · 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Look up! That towering Art Deco skyscraper is the Penobscot Building, once a symbol of Detroit's roaring success. Completed in 1928, the Greater Penobscot Building quickly became the tallest in Detroit and Michigan. For…

• The Qube · 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Standing tall, this building, now called The Qube, has been a fixture of Detroit's skyline for decades. Originally known as the National Bank of Detroit Building, it was designed by the renowned Albert Kahn Associates.…

• Wayne County Building · 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Admire the Beaux-Arts architecture of this monumental government building, a symbol of Wayne County's history. When it was completed in 1902, the Wayne County Building was considered one of the most impressive buildings…

• 1943 Detroit race riot · 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Right here, tensions exploded in one of Detroit's most devastating race riots. The summer of 1943, a time of massive population growth due to wartime industries, saw simmering racial tensions boil over. It started with…

• Guardian Building · 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Marvel at the stunning Art Deco architecture of this Detroit skyscraper, once known as the Union Trust Building. This building is a powerful symbol of Detroit's ambition during the roaring twenties. Construction on what…

• Buhl Building · 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Take a look at that incredible skyscraper – the Buhl Building! It's a masterpiece of Detroit architecture. Designed by Wirt C. Rowland, the Buhl Building opened in 1925. Its Neo-Gothic style, with those Romanesque…

• Detroit Financial District · 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Prepare to be transported back in time, because right here, in the heart of Detroit's Financial District, fortunes were made and the city's economic destiny was forged. From the 1850s to the 1970s, this area became the…

• Bagley-West Vernor Historic District · 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Step back in time to a vibrant corner of Detroit where Latinx culture has flourished for decades! This is the Bagley-West Vernor Historic District, the heart of Mexicantown. This area became a hub for the Latinx…

• Dry Dock Complex (Detroit) · 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Before Detroit was known for cars, it was a vital shipbuilding hub, and this spot was right in the heart of it. In 1892, the Detroit Dry Dock Company built a machine shop here. Over the next few decades, they expanded,…

• Savoyard Centre · 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine standing where British soldiers once stood, handing over this very ground to the Americans! That's the story of the Savoyard Centre, or State Savings Bank, right here in Detroit. Before this impressive office…

• The Fist: Monument to Joe Louis · 19.9 mi

  Near Hart Plaza, at the intersection of Jefferson and Woodward Avenues in downtown Detroit, a giant bronze forearm and clenched fist hang suspended in midair. This is the Monument to Joe Louis, known simply as The Fist,…

• Detroit International Riverwalk · 19.9 mi · Historical Marker

  The Detroit River was the final crossing point to freedom in Canada for thousands of enslaved people fleeing via the Underground Railroad.

• Detroit street circuit · 19.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  From Formula One to CART racing, the streets of Detroit roared with the sound of engines for a decade. Between 1982 and 1991, the Detroit street circuit hosted Formula One and CART races. The course wound around the…

• Philip A. Hart Plaza · 19.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Right here, where you're driving, is where Detroit began. Back in 1701, Antoine Laumet de La Mothe, sieur de Cadillac landed on these shores. He came here from France, under orders from King Louis XIV, to establish a…

• Detroit Grand Prix (IndyCar) · 19.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Get ready to feel the rumble of engines, because you're near a spot that's heard the roar of the Detroit Grand Prix! This isn't just any race; it's a Motor City tradition. The Grand Prix started as a Formula One race in…

• Mariners' Church · 19.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder what church Herman Melville wrote about in Moby Dick? You're about to pass it! Mariners' Church of Detroit has served sailors of the Great Lakes since 1842. This isn't just any old church; it's the "Church…

• Detroit Boat Club · 20.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Detroit's sporting scene has deep roots, and this is where many of them began. The Detroit Boat Club, founded in 1839, was one of the city's earliest sporting organizations. It started as a simple rowing club on the…