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During your Detroit vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
Motown Historical Museum
The Motown sound was born in two simple houses under the sign HITSVILLE U.S.A., and American music has never been the same. See the original control room and studio (with linoleum worn through by tapping feet) where the Supremes, the Temptations, Stevie Wonder, the Jackson 5, and many others made gold records from 1959 to 1972. Also on display are costumes worn by the famous performers; and Berry Gordy's apartment, left just the way it was in the 1960s when artists packed their records for shipment throughout the country. Allow 1 hour.
Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village
The Henry Ford Museum, a 12-acre repository of Americana, holds something of interest for everyone. "Heroes of the Sky" is the museum's newest permanent exhibit, featuring dozens of historic airplanes: Byrd's Arctic Fokker, a Sikorsky helicopter, and early commercial and barnstorming planes. But the museum's highlight is, not surprisingly, "The Automobile in American Life," exploring our nation's infatuation with cars. Look for Ford's 1901 Model-T, the Oscar Meyer Wienermobile, Rosa Parks's bus, and a parade of presidential vehicles, including the limousine in which Kennedy was shot. Allow 3 hours.Greenfield Village encapsulates Ford's infatuation with history and the world's innovators. 100 genuine 17th-, 18th-, and 19th-century homes were transported from throughout the U.S. and Europe to bring history to Detroit. The Wright Brothers' bicycle shop, Edison's laboratory, and a collection of slave quarters are highlights. Note: The village is closed January through March. Allow 2 hours.New to the mix in 2004, the Ford Rouge Factory Tour depicts the production of Ford's most popular truck, the F-150, through the magic of virtual reality and an assembly plant walking tour. Tours begin in front of the Henry Ford Museum; reservations are strongly recommended. Allow 2 hours.
Detroit Historical Museum
Begin your exploration of Detroit with this repository of the city's history. You can walk a re-created cobblestone and brick street lined with 19th-century shops, and check out the two-story assembly line in the Motor City exhibit. Interactive displays entertain children of all ages. Allow 1 to 2 hours.
Hotel Pontchartrain
Hotel Pontchartrain is a living monument to Detroit's French heritage. It is built on the site of the 1st permanent settlement in the Detroit region, Fort Pontchartrain. This landmark hotel is set in the heart of downtown. Adjacent to Cobo Convention Center and Joe Louis Arena. The Pontchartrain is centrally located between the MGM Casino, Motor City Casino, and the Greektown Casino. The hotel has splendid views of the Detroit River and Canadian Coastline.As of April 20, 2007 the hotel will ...
The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport
Nearby Airports: * Detroit Metropolitan International Airport - Connected to Hotel Nearby Cities: * Taylor - 3 Miles * Wyandotte - 7 Miles * Dearborn - 8 Miles * Livonia - 9 Miles * Southfield - 17 Miles * Detroit - 20 Miles * Yspilanti - 20 Miles * Ann Arbor - 25 Miles * Farmington Hills - 25 Miles * Novi - 25 Miles * Bloomfield Hills - 30 Miles * Grosse Point - 30 Miles * Royal Oak - 30 Miles * ...
Omni Detroit River Place
The Omni Detroit River Place is a century old national historic landmark situated on the banks of the Detroit River. The estate-like settind is convienently located in downtown Detroit, one mile from Detroit's convention center, Cobo Hall. The Omni Detroit River Place is approximately 30 minutes from Detroit Metro Airport and approximately 15 minutes from Detroit City Airport. Museums, stadiums and the casinos of Windsor, Canada are just minutes ...
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