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 Beloved island treasure |
Belle Isle Detroit, MI 48207 United States +1 313 852 4082 |
Few cities have anything this splendid: an island park of nearly 1,000 acres. Accessible by a vehicle bridge only ten minutes' drive from downtown, Belle Isle has been Detroiters' favorite place of refuge and recreation for 150 years or more. It's a great spot to watch the magnificent ore freighters gliding down the river. Around the island, there are two yacht clubs, a swimming beach, a children's zoo, an aquarium, a conservatory, formal gardens, ball fields, handball courts, tennis courts, an old lighthouse, the Dossin Great Lakes Museum, a senior center, lagoons, a woods with white-tailed deer, a golf course and many picnic areas. The Scott Fountain with its grotesque gargoyles provides a great evening light show. A drive around the island any time of year is a great break for a busy day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upscale basketball spectacle |
2 Championship Drive (Palace of Auburn Hills) Detroit, MI 48326 United States +1 248 377 0100 http://www.nba.com/pistons/ |
The Palace of Auburn Hills is the third home for the National Basketball Association's Detroit Pistons. They played in downtown Detroit at Cobo Arena before moving to the Pontiac Silverdome in 1974; they left the Silverdome in 1988. The Palace, with its capacity of 22,076, is still a little big for a basketball arena. The crowd for Pistons games is upscale and polite; the team hasn't been competitive since the early 1990s. Yet demand for tickets is strong. Expect to spend at least USD100 per couple to attend a game and eat from the wide array of arena food available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Souped-Up Soccer |
Palace of Auburn Hills 2 Championship Dr Detroit, MI 48326 United States +1 734 427 6017 http://www.detroitrockers.net |
With no professional outdoor soccer franchise in Detroit in many years, soccer fans in southeastern Michigan have made do with indoor soccer since the 90's. The Rockers are members of the National Professional Soccer League, which plays games in a hockey-sized arena. The action is fast and the atmosphere raucous; it's a souped-up, high-scoring version of soccer, which may shock traditionalists. Call ahead for further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sticker shock plagues WNBA |
2 Championship Drive (Palace of Auburn Hills) Detroit, MI 48326 United States +1 248 377 0100 http://wnba.com/shock/ |
The Detroit Shock are charter members of the Women's National Basketball Association, which began play in 1998. The WNBA plays in June, July and August. The Shock play about 16 home games at the Palace of Auburn Hills, where the NBA's Detroit Pistons play. Don't expect a big break in ticket prices to see the female version of professional basketball. Tickets are easy to come by, however, as the WNBA hasn't yet attracted a huge following and the Shock are not one of the top teams. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Dossin Great Lakes Museum |
100 Strand Drive Belle Isle Detroit, MI 48207 United States +1 313 821 2661 http://www.detroithistorical.org |
On Belle Isle, two cannons from the Battle of Lake Erie mark the entrance to this marine branch of the Detroit Historical Museums. A visit affords a fascinating short course in Detroit's maritime history. Ship models on display range from 19th-century sailing vessels to modern hydroplane racing boats. A 40-ton working pilothouse from the ore freighter William Clay Ford overlooks the Detroit River, where you might see a contemporary freighter gliding past. Another exhibit has yachts owned by automobile magnates in the 1920s and 1930s. Admission is $3.50 for adults, $2.50 for seniors and students and free for children under 4. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant Lake-Shore Mansion |
1100 Lake Shore Road Detroit, MI 48236 United States +1 313 884 4222 http://www.fordhouse.org |
The manor of automobile magnate Edsel Ford and his wife is not much bigger than many of the mansions in the Grosse Pointes, but it is the only one that is open to the general public. The 87-acre estate on the shores of Lake St. Clair is a peaceful hideaway, and the beautifully landscaped grounds are open to visitors. The house was designed by the renowned architect Albert Kahn and features original paintings by Matisse, Cezanne and others. Other decorative arts and fine furnishings abound. Guided tours offer a good history lesson. Admission for a guided house tour is $7 for adults, $6 for seniors, and $5 for children (6-12). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Krishna In Auto Baron's Estate |
383 Lenox Ave Detroit, MI 48215 United States +1 313 331 6740 |
The former home of playboy auto magnate Lawrence P. Fisher is an outrageously ostentatious, eclectic Art Deco mansion with four acres of formal gardens, pools and fountains. There are hand-painted leather walls and plenty of gold and silver leaf. In 1975, the great-grandson of Henry Ford and the daughter of United Auto Workers founder Walter Reuther bought the decaying mansion and restored it as the Bhaktivedanta Center of Krishna Consciousness. A fine arts gallery features Indian art. Individual and group tours are offered. Temple services run from pre-dawn to late at night. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Harness Racing and More |
1650 E 10 Mile Rd Detroit, MI 48030 United States +1 248 398 1000 http://www.hazelparkraceway.com/ |
Since it opened in 1953, Hazel Park has been the place to go on summer nights to bet on the horses. In recent years, Hazel Park has been hurt by the opening of casinos in Detroit and Windsor and aided by the introduction of simulcasting. Bettors can wager not only on the night's live races but on others televised from around the country. The towering green grandstand holds 9,200 spectators, and the large clubhouse seats 3,000, with good views of the track. The barn area is behind the grandstand and near the parking lot, so horses are led to and from the races in plain view of the spectators. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Last Standing Riverfront Fort |
6325 W Jefferson Ave Detroit, MI 48209 United States +1 313 833 1800 http://www.detroithistorical.org |
The only remaining fort of many that once stood along the Detroit River, Fort Wayne is an 82-acre site that includes the fort, a barracks, a garrison, a huge parade ground, and a newly restored commander's house. It dates to the 1840s and never saw battle, though soldiers were stationed here as late as the 1970s. The fort itself is open to the public only on special occasions. On the premises are the Tuskegee Airmen National Museum, the Medicine Bear Indian Academy and the Mosaic Youth Theatre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fabulous Homes |
8415 East Jefferson Avenue Detroit, MI 48214 United States +1 313 824 5100 http://www.historicindianvilla... |
Indian village is a place of great Architectural work by prominent artists like Albert Kahn and William Stratton in the heart of Detroit. A lot of homes are as large as 12,000 square feet, with lovely gardens originally designed by landscape architects. They represent a mix social and architectural styles. Indian village is on the list of one of the national historic places to visit. For all the budding Architects this is one great place you won't want to miss!!! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sweet Sounds of the Soul |
18301 W McNichols Rd Detroit, MI 48219 United States +1 313 592 0017 http://www.igmhf.org |
On the northwest side of Detroit, in the heart of gospel music country, this grass-roots music museum opened in 1995. Patterned after the funky Motown Historical Museum, the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and Museum pays tribute to national and local gospel artists, presenting exhibits on gospel music pioneers such as Thomas A. Dorsey, known as the "father of gospel. It also highlights the role the gospel tradition played in the development of Motown singers and other local stars such as Aretha Franklin. The museum relies primarily on donations. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Outdoor Paradise |
2240 W Buno Road Detroit, MI 48380-4410 United States +1 248 685 1561 / Toll free: +1 800 477 3178 http://www.metroparks.com/park... |
The biggest and most popular of the 13 Metroparks operated by a regional park authority, Kensington is magnificent. Its sprawling, hilly 4,357 acres wrap around beautiful Kent Lake. In the summer, you can rent boats to go fishing or swim at one of the park's crowded but clean beaches. A sternwheeler excursion boat travels the lake daily during summer months. An 18-hole public golf course, horseback riding, a working farm and an extensive nature program are among the activities. The park is also a birder's paradise, and with eight miles of rolling trails, it's a great place to hike, bike or ski cross-country. The tobogganing and sledding hills are awesome. It's a 45-minute drive from downtown. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Abode Of Traditional Therapy |
777 Lane Street Detroit, MI 30047 United States +1 917 405 9079 |
Lorenzo Tyler Massage is just one of its kind—traditional, effective and trusted. You can be assured of the comfort that would seep deep within, refreshing your mind, body and soul... well, at least mind and body and that's for sure! Massages have been known to be a natural way of relieving stress and appeasing depression. Traditional massage therapies also help improve the immunity of a person. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beads Tell a People's Story |
6559 Grand River Ave Detroit, MI 48208 United States +1 313 898 3007 http://www.mbad.org |
The fourth African bead museum to open in the United States, this repository for a wide variety of ceremonial beads, art works and related objects opened in a former house on Detroit's near west side. Besides a huge collection of beads that carry a wide variety of cultural significance, the museum has books on African culture and history; ivory, silver and other carved objects, and a gallery featuring paintings and sculpture by local African-American artists. It's a short ride from downtown and is a fascinating stop for African history buffs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Meadow Brook Hall |
Oakland University 2200 N Squirrel Road Rochester, MI 48309 United States +1 248 370 3140 http://www.meadowbrookhall.org |
Often described as an American castle, Meadow Brook Hall is located on the campus of Oakland University. This 80,000-square-foot, 110-room Tudor mansion was inspired by English manor houses. It was completed in 1929 as a home for Matilda Dodge Wilson, widow of automobile pioneer John Dodge and of lumber baron Alfred Wilson. The home has 39 chimneys and is elaborately crafted with hand-carved wood, ceramic art tile, molded ceilings and ornate fixtures. In the Hall is an extensive collection of lavish paintings, sculptures, furniture and other art objects. Daily tours are USD15 for adults, USD10 for ages 62 and over, free for children under 12. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Great Beach & More |
31300 Metro Pkwy Metro Beach Metropark Detroit, MI 48046 United States +1 586 463 4581 / +1 800 477 3172 http://www.metroparks.com |
One of the biggest freshwater beaches in the world, Metro Beach Metropark has over a mile of sand on a point of land jutting into Lake St. Clair, as well as an Olympic-sized swimming pool. Three marinas and eight boat ramps provide boaters with access to the lake. There are two boardwalks totaling 1,600 feet in length and an extensive marsh area with nature walks. Canoeing, picnicking, a fitness trail, tennis and shuffleboard courts, miniature golf and an 18-hole par-3 golf course are among other recreation options, with ice-skating and cross-country skiing in the winter. It's worth the 40-minute drive from downtown if you like beaches and boats. Please note that pets are not allowed in the park. Visit their website for information on admission fees. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Total Racing Experience |
Novi Expo Center 43700 Expo Center Dr Detroit, MI 48376 United States +1 800 250 7223 http://www.mshf.com/ |
If you like things that zoom, this is worth the trip to Novi. Located in the Novi Expo Center, about a 40-minute drive from downtown Detroit, this new museum has a fascinating collection of race vehicles, including some that hold land and water speed records. The Hall of Fame has several motor sports categories including air racing, snowmobiling, motorcycling, boating, trucking and various car racing areas. Driving simulators and other games, slot cars and racing videos are part of the experience of total immersion in racing. It's a unique museum in that it covers so many types of racing vehicles. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Winter harness racing |
301 S Center St. Detroit, MI 48167 United States +1 248 349 1000 http://www.northvilledowns.com/ |
This charming little track in the western suburb of Northville is the winter site for harness racing in the Detroit area. Racing begins in October, as soon as Hazel Park Raceway closes, and continues to the beginning of April. With some exceptions, racing is five nights a week, with the track dark Wednesdays and Sundays. Bettors can wager on other races from around the country. Admission is USD2, with an additional USD2 for the clubhouse. Views of the track are better in the 3,000-seat grandstand than in the 1,500-seat clubhouse. The track has been in operation since 1944, but renovations have kept it modern-looking. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Busy Suburban Arena |
2 Championship Dr Detroit, MI 48326 United States +1 248 377 0100 http://www.palacenet.com/ |
The Palace of Auburn Hills is a huge modern arena rising starkly up out of the suburban fields north of Detroit. It opened in 1988 as the new home of the Detroit Pistons. It now hosts four other sports teams. It is also a top venue for large-audience concerts, stage shows and other events. The Palace is surrounded by a huge parking lot and prone to traffic jams, but inside it is a superior facility for large events. It has been named "Arena of the Year" seven times by the entertainment trade publication Performance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pottery Famed for Beautiful Objects |
10125 E Jefferson Ave Detroit, MI 48214 United States +1 313 822 0954 http://www.pewabic.com/ |
One of Detroit's most famous arts institutions, this is one of the few potteries still in operation that dates to the era of the Arts & Crafts Movement in America. The 1907 Tudor Revival Building is a National Historic Landmark and a living museum preserving and displaying the work of founder Mary Chase Perry Stratton and subsequent Pewabic artists. Distinctive handcrafted ceramic wares produced here are part of many public buildings, homes and museum collections. The pottery produces custom-made tile for residential projects such as fireplaces and for commercial applications. The gallery has changing exhibits in the ceramic arts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Relax and Revitalize |
444 South Main Street Detroit, MI 48170 United States +1 734 455 4445 http://www.juliannaonline.com |
Located in downtown Plymouth, this spa offers the perfect location to relax and rejuvenate. The décor is elegant and tasteful. It offers numerous water treatments, immersion hydrotherapy baths, underwater light therapy, Vichy shower treatments, and an array of massages, body treatments, facials, manicures, and pedicures. Prices range from $65 to $200. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stony Creek Metropark |
4300 Main Park Dr. Utica, MI 48316 United States +1 586 781 4242 / +1 800 477 7756 http://www.metroparks.com |
Patterned after its popular predecessor, Kensington Metropark, Stony Creek has 4,461 hilly acres around a lake created by a dam on the Clinton River. It's a year-round recreational paradise. During the summers, it's a place to swim on several sandy beaches, launch boats, fish, picnic, bicycle or hike on the 10-mile park road or play golf on the 18-hole public course. Bike rentals are available. In winter, it's a great place for cross-country skiing, tobogganing, ice fishing or ice-skating. A nature center, a nine-hole frisbee golf course and group camping are also featured. It's a long hour's drive from downtown Detroit but easily accessible from the Pontiac-Auburn Hills area or anywhere in northern Macomb County. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Living History Told By Real Veterans |
6235 W Jefferson Ave (Historic Fort Wayne) Detroit, MI 48209 United States +1 313 843 8849 http://tuskegeeairmen.org |
On the grounds of Historic Fort Wayne, this museum documents the first African American flying unit, the segregated 99th Fighter Squadron, which served in the U.S. Air Force during World War II. Your guides are real Tuskegee Airmen, veterans who can explain the old photographs and memorabilia and tell their own stories of combat. They were trained at the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama. There are wonderful collections of aircraft models and flyers' uniforms&, the leather bomber jackets with white scarves. Detroit came to host the museum because former Mayor Coleman Young was a Tuskegee Airman. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Vitosha Guest Haus |
1917 Washtenaw Avenue (corner of Berkshire Street) Ann Arbor, MI 48104 United States +1 734 741 4969 http://www.a2vitosha.com |
Located on the scenic campus of the University of Michigan, the Vitosha is a Swiss chalet full of the old-time charm of an east-coast bed-and-breakfast. With seven distinct rooms, each with its own name, unique layout and decor, it is as comfortable as can be. Though there are common areas, the rooms feature private baths and most include fireplaces. The common rooms include a tearoom and billiard room. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Automaker's History on Parade |
1 Chrysler Dr Detroit, MI 48326 United States +1 248 944 0001 / +1 888 456 1924 http://www.chryslerheritage.com |
On the campus of the DaimlerChrysler Technology Center, this interactive museum covers 55,000 square feet and displays the history and future of the automaker and its products in videos, photographs and hands-on exhibits. Over 75 vehicles, including futuristic prototypes, are displayed. A race track inside the museum features eight high-performance cars. Plenty of history is on display, including information on the Dodge Brothers and former Chrysler Corporation president Lee Iacocca. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Great Way to Holistic Health Care |
18100 Meyers Road Detroit, MI 48235 United States +1 313 397 6802 |
Qualified therapists at The Wellness Resource Center analyze the case subject to the members, and accordingly offer health care. Quality speaks! And more so, when the price of the product and services is so reasonably affordable. Therapeutic massages have an invigorating effect on the complete system and so, a person comes out beaming with joy reflective of complacence, after every session. The center surely entices the oldies every third Wednesday of the month to avail special discounts on massage sessions. Review © 2007, Wcities |