PUBLIC TOUR of MICHIGAN CENTRAL STATION
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Back by Popular Demand MICHIGAN CENTRAL STATION!
This is a Behind the Scenes 90 minute walking tour with headsets.
YOU must purchase a $20 non refundable ticket from Detroit History website.
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https://www.detroithistorytours.com/michigan-central-tours
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Sun Oct 26th is the only weekend day available.
2 time slots, a maximum of 25 people.
Signing up on Meetup does not guarantee admittance.
Tickets Sell Out fast! Get yours today and join us!
Discover the rich history and incredible transformation of a Detroit icon on this 90-minute guided station tour. First opened in 1913, the iconic Beaux-Arts structure once served as Detroit’s bustling railway hub until its closure in 1988. Now, as one of the city’s most beloved landmarks, the station is undergoing an ambitious restoration led by Ford Motor Company and Michigan Central.
Step inside Michigan Central Station and delve into its fascinating past—from the vision of railroad tycoon William Vanderbilt to its role as a sister station to New York City’s Grand Central Terminal. Expert guides will bring the station’s rich history to life, sharing stories of its grandeur, decline, and rebirth. This tour offers a rare opportunity to explore the historic spaces of the station while learning about the ongoing restoration process. Marvel at the work of more than 3,100 skilled craftspeople, see how innovative technologies like 3D printing are being used, and discover what’s next for Michigan Central.
Free parking at Roosevelt Park. $10 flat rate at Bagley Hub.
Tour entrance is on the East side of the building, which is not visible from the front.
Let's meet near the front doors.
Refreshments afterward at nearby Cork and Gabel.
OCTOBER 26TH 1PM TOUR $20 EA through:
https://www.detroithistorytours.com/michigan-central-tours
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