Seven things to do and see in Detroit as IndyCar visits the Motor City
As the biggest metropolis in Michigan, Detroit is the heart of the American automobile industry and is home to the big three - Ford, General Motors and Stellantis.
IndyCar races around the streets of Downtown Detroit from May 30 - June 1 amidst skyscrapers and greenery.
Here, Travel News Blitz’s Ayla Vaughan searches for seven things to do and see in Detroit.
Detroit Institute of Arts
The Detroit Institute of Arts showcases everything from mummies to modern art and African masks to Monets in its outstanding collection of over 65,000 works.
A must visit is the Center for African American Art, a gallery that showcases 400 pieces, in various media, by African American artists.
As one of the best museums in the United States, this venue holds some iconic artworks from Georgia O'Keeffe to Andy Warhol.
Belle Isle Park
The 987-acre island park features several attractions such as the Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory, the Belle Isle Aquarium, Dossin Great Lakes Museum, Belle Isle Nature Zoo and many more popular with all ages and interests.
The Belle Isle Park includes three lakes, 150 acres of wooded area and spectacular views of the Detroit skyline to make lasting memories.
The Guardian Building
The Guardian Building is a skyscraper in the Financial District of downtown Detroit, and is a stunning example of Art Deco architecture, inside and out.
Built from 1928 to 1929, the 43-story building is made out of brickwork with tile, limestone and terra cotta - making it stand out from modern, glass skyscrapers.
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Watch the Detroit Grand Prix
All 27 IndyCar drivers will race around a 1.645-mile, nine-turn street circuit along Downtown Detroit for 100 laps this summer.
The Detroit Grand Prix will feature three full days of activities and celebrations, such as live music, tailgating, a fan zone, driver autograph sessions and the Small Business Straightaway.
Eastern Market
The Eastern Market has a rich history, beginning in the 1800s, becoming a cornerstone in the community with its fresh and nutritious food.
There are also beautiful murals in the area of iconic Americans, as well as shops where you can buy all kinds of items.
The Heidelberg Project
The Heidelberg Project is an outdoor art exhibit in the heart of Detroit, with a mission to improve the lives of people and neighborhoods through art.
This unique and quirky art is made from reused or recycled materials (such as teddy bears and old cars), giving them a new life in a new location.
The Ford Piquette Avenue Plant
The Ford Piquette Avenue Plant is a unique experience as it's the oldest auto plant open to the public anywhere in the world - with its three-story New England-style mill building.
It is a snapshot of history, being largely unchanged since Henry Ford's day, and there is also a selection of rare Detroit-built cars from the first decade of the 20th century.
Visitors are able to see Ford's office as it was in 1908, and walk along the worn wood floors where Ford and his team of automotive pioneers developed the car that led to an automotive and social revolution.
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