 Unique to
Detroit, the Henry
Ford Museum is a fascinating and thorough exhibit of the history
of all forms of locomotion, from early locomotives to the Rosa Parks
bus, from early flying machines to the vintage Oldsmobile. |
 At the Greenfield
Village, see historical American homes and neighborhoods spanning
90 acres of space, including the homes of Thomas Edison, George
Washington Carver, Robert Frost, and others. |
 Belle
Isle is a beautiful island park between Detroit and Canada. On
the Isle, the Whitcomb Conservatory, Dossin Great Lakes Museum, Scott
Memorial Fountain, and a giant Water Slide are some of the wonderful
attractions. |
 Built in 1845
against potential attacks from British Canada, the Historic
Fort Wayne now hosts historic re-enactments, special events and
outdoor activities for visitors. |
 Greektown is a
culturally rich location for shopping and dining. It is also home to
the Greektown casino and the Second Baptist Church of Detroit, which
historically had been a major stop on the Underground Railroad for
freeing slaves. |
 The Detroit People Mover is one of the
best ways to get to many major sights in Detroit, including
Greektown, Cobo Center, Joe Louis Arena, Renaissance Center, and more. It's
even great to ride it for a full circle for an arial tour of
Detroit. |
 The Heidelberg Project is an
open-air art environment in the heart of an urban community on
Detroit’s East Side that incorporates everyday, discarded
objects to create a two block area full of color, symbolism and
intrigue. This impoverished neighborhood is now a source of
inspiration for the future generations that live there. |
 The Motown Museum traces the
roots of Motown’s story and chronicle its impact on 20th
century popular culture and musical styles. Exhibitions include a
collection of historical photographs, artwork, music, costumes and
other memorabilia from this booming musical era. |
 The World's
Largest Tire is located next to I-94 near the Detroit Airport.
Weighing 12 tons and standing 80 feet tall, it serves as a welcome
sign to the motor city of Detroit. |
 The Edsel & Eleanor Ford House
sits on 87 acres of beautiful lakefront grounds. Since opening to the
public in 1978, visitors can marvel at the extraordinary home and
collection of original antiques and art, in addition to attending
special events, classes and lectures. |
 The Renaissance
Center marks the Headquarters of General Motors and includes some
of the tallest buildings on the Detroit riverfront. In addition to
shopping and dining, visitors can also take tours of the building to
learn more about GM. |
 The Fox
Theatre is the nation's second largest theater and is now a
National Historic Landmark. Some of the world's most famous artists
play here, and shows include many fantastic ones for children. Even
if you don't see a show, you can still get a tour of this
breathtaking grand theater. |
 The Charles H. Wright
Museum of African American
History not only tells the story of African American struggles,
from prehistoric Africa to modern day issues, but also depicts the
success stories of African American men and women who rised to
international prominence. |
 The New Detroit Science
Center is the place for the curious minded and fascinated by
science and technology. The Science Center is complete with an IMAX
dome theater, planetarium, live demonstrations, hands-on exibit
laboratories, and fascinating exhibits. |
 With over 60,000 works, the Detroit Institute of Arts is one of
the largest, most significant art collections in the nation. Artworks
come from all over the world and across many different eras of
history, including modern photography and contemporary art forms. |
 The zoo is always a fun place to visit. The
Detroit Zoo especially
features animals from the Arctic, African grasslands, Australian
outback, among other habitats. In addition to the fascinating
animals, the Detroit Zoo also offers a wild adventure ride and the
Tauber family railroad. |
Ann Arbor is the home of the University of
Michigan. Other than the beautiful campus, visitors are also
welcome at many wonderful University museums, galleries, gardens, art
performances, and more. The Michigan
stadium is the largest football stadium in the nation, fourth
largest stadium in the world, and definitely worth a visit.
Ann Arbor Downtown on Main Street
is a lively, cultural, and fun place, with great restaurants and lots
of night life. The diverse culture brings together cuisines from
every corner of the world. With the University so close by, Main
Street is a natural gathering place for students, which explains the
many cafes and bookstores.
With the headquarters of Domino's
Pizza nearby, the Domino's
Petting Farm is a fun place for all ages to play with and learn
about adorable farm animals. Pony rides are available on weekends,
and a schedule of new births is available for those who want to see
the cute little baby animals.
Cobblestone Farm tells the
story of a farm family's journey through the seasons and years. A
walking tour may begin with the 1835 log cabin, through animal barns
and orchards, around the farmhouse to the yard, ending at the big
barn.
Gallup
Park features several arched footbridges that connect a series of
small islands. A four-mile trail used by bicyclists, joggers and
inline skaters follows the south bank of the gorgeous Geddes Pond.
Canoes, bikes and paddleboats are available for rent.
The Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum is a one-of-a-kind
science museum. Here, instead of exhibits that tell you what happens,
you experience it yourself, whether it is Bernoulli's principle,
liquid nitrogen, or the waste management system. The Hands-On Museum
features over 250 exhibits as well as many special events.
Our wedding is held in the City of Canton. While
not the most happening town, Canton has its share of fun shopping
areas, golf courses, village theaters, parks, playgrounds, and sports
centers.
The City of Plymouth is one of
the oldest communities in Michigan. It has a vibrant downtown with a
variety of shops and restaurants that surround a beautiful park.
Plymouth is a few miles north of Canton.