Across the entire nation, e National Park passport stamp program features historic sites that define the American heritage. Proceeds from the passport program are donated to help protect, interpret, and preserve these unique historic landmarks. www.motorcities.org Passport books are available at selected sites or through the MotorCities office by calling (313) 259-3425. 21400 Oakwood Blvd. Dearborn, MI 48124 Phone: (313) 240-4000 www.automotivehalloffame.org Discover the innovators that put the world on wheels. Visitors can experience automotive history through visual and interactive exhibits, automobiles and authentic artifacts. 242 Toledo St., Dundee, MI 48131 Phone: (734) 529-8596 www.dundeeoldmill.com The Old Mill Museum is housed in a former grist mill which Henry Ford converted into his tenth village industry plant. Three floors of the museum present Dundee’s history from the 1807 Macon Indian Reservation, through life in a Victorian village, to Dundee’s continuing love affair with the automobile. 110 W. Cross St., Ypsilanti, MI 48197 Phone: (734) 547-0663 www.michiganfirehousemuseum.org Come walk through a restored firehouse that features exhibits of antique fire trucks, early fire rigs, historic artifacts, and the largest collection of fire truck bells in the country. 5401 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI 48202 Phone: (313) 833-7935 www.detroithistorical.org One of America’s oldest museums features more than 300 years of Detroit’s history and an authentic auto assembly line. 155 S. Main St., Plymouth, MI 48170 Phone: (734) 455-8940 www.plymouthhistory.org Did you know that over 1,000 Alter Motor Cars were produced in Plymouth? Come learn more about this rare automotive jewel or join in on a “scavenger hunt” to fully enjoy this intimate museum in historic downtown Plymouth. 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 Phone: (517) 373-3559 www.michigan.gov/museum Michigan Historical Museum galleries feature rich automotive history which include the Highland Park assembly line, a 1920s dealership, a UAW labor hall, the Arsenal of Democracy, and the Detroit Auto Show. 1100 Lake Shore Rd. Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 48236 Phone: (313) 884-4222 www.fordhouse.org Experience an elegant cotswold mansion surrounded by 87 acres of lakefront gardens which exemplify Edsel and Eleanor Ford’s dedication to design. 6865 Hickory Rd. Hickory Corners, MI 49060 Phone: (269) 671-5089 www.gilmorecarmuseum.org Discover one of the world’s greatest collections of extraordinary vehicles on 90 acres of park like setting. 33175 Ann Arbor Trail Westland, MI 48185 Phone: (734) 261-1990 www.nankinmills.org Now an interpretive center, this grist mill built in the 1800s served as one of Henry Ford’s first village industry plants. Come see Thompson Edison’s original hydroelectric generator as it harnesses the power of the Rouge River. 600 Renaissance Center-Level A, Detroit, MI 48265 Phone: (313) 667-7151 www.gmrencen.com Visit the global headquarters of General Motors along the Detroit river front. In addition to monthly display of GM vehicles, stroll along the river walk, ride the carousal, rent a bike, or enjoy a free concert. 215 Griswold Ave., Northville, MI 48167 Phone: (248) 348-1845 www.millracenorthville.org This Victorian era village consists of nine historic structures relocated by volunteers on the banks of the Rouge River. This park like setting is nestled adjacent to a historic mill converted by Henry Ford into his first village industry plant with an operating water wheel. 2. Automotive Hall of Fame 12. Old Mill Museum 7. Michigan Firehouse Museum 3. Detroit Historical Museum 13. Plymouth Historical Museum 8. Michigan Historical Museum 4. Edsel & Eleanor Ford House 9. Model T Automotive Heritage Complex 5. Gilmore Car Museum 10. Nankin Mills 6. GM World 11. Northville Mill Race Village MotorCities is a non-profit organization affiliated with the National Park Service Explore & Enjoy! MOTORCiTiEs PAssPORT sTAMP PROGRAM (photo credit: DNRE photo David Kenyon) EXPLORE the sites that put the world on wheels! A National Historic Landmark 461 Piquette Ave., Detroit, MI 48202 Phone: (313) 872-8759 www.tplex.org Come walk in the same footsteps of Henry Ford in his first factory built for the Ford Motor Company. The birthplace of the Model T, the most significant automobile of the 20th century. 1221 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503 Phone: (810) 237-3450 www.sloanmuseum.com Historic automobiles, hands-on science, and regional history are major features of the Sloan Museum. Be sure to visit the Hometown Gallery, the Buick Automotive Gallery, the Flint Gallery, and the American Dream exhibit. 1. Alfred P. sloan Museum
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Across the entire nation, The National Park passport stamp program features historic sites that define the American heritage. Proceeds from the passport program are donated to help protect, interpret, and preserve these unique historic landmarks. www.motorcities.org
Passport books are available at selected sites or through the MotorCities office by calling (313) 259-3425.
21400 Oakwood Blvd. Dearborn, MI 48124 Phone: (313) 240-4000 www.automotivehalloffame.orgDiscover the innovators that put theworld on wheels. Visitors can experience automotive history through visual and interactive exhibits, automobiles and authentic artifacts.
242 Toledo St., Dundee, MI 48131 Phone: (734) 529-8596 www.dundeeoldmill.comThe Old Mill Museum is housed in a former grist mill which Henry Ford converted into his tenth village industry plant. Three floors of the museum present Dundee’s history from the 1807Macon Indian Reservation, through life in a Victorian village, to Dundee’s continuing love affair with the automobile.
110 W. Cross St., Ypsilanti, MI 48197 Phone: (734) 547-0663www.michiganfirehousemuseum.orgCome walk through a restored firehouse that features exhibits of antique fire trucks, early fire rigs, historic artifacts, and the largest collection of fire truck bells in the country.
5401 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI 48202 Phone: (313) 833-7935 www.detroithistorical.orgOne of America’s oldest museums features more than 300 years of Detroit’s history and an authentic auto assembly line.
155 S. Main St., Plymouth, MI 48170 Phone: (734) 455-8940 www.plymouthhistory.orgDid you know that over 1,000 Alter Motor Cars were produced in Plymouth? Come learn more about this rare automotive jewel or join in on a “scavenger hunt” to fully enjoy this intimate museum in historic downtown Plymouth.
702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 Phone: (517) 373-3559 www.michigan.gov/museumMichigan Historical Museum galleries feature rich automotive history which include the Highland Park assembly line, a 1920s dealership, a UAW labor hall, the Arsenal of Democracy, and the Detroit Auto Show.
1100 Lake Shore Rd. Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 48236 Phone: (313) 884-4222 www.fordhouse.orgExperience an elegant cotswold mansion surrounded by 87 acres of lakefront gardens which exemplify Edsel and Eleanor Ford’s dedication to design.
6865 Hickory Rd.Hickory Corners, MI 49060 Phone: (269) 671-5089 www.gilmorecarmuseum.orgDiscover one of the world’s greatest collections of extraordinary vehicles on 90 acres of park like setting.
33175 Ann Arbor TrailWestland, MI 48185 Phone: (734) 261-1990 www.nankinmills.orgNow an interpretive center, this gristmill built in the 1800s served as one of Henry Ford’s first village industry plants. Come see Thompson Edison’s original hydroelectric generator as it harnesses the power of the Rouge River.
600 Renaissance Center-Level A, Detroit, MI 48265 Phone: (313) 667-7151 www.gmrencen.comVisit the global headquarters of General Motors along the Detroit river front. In addition to monthly display of GM vehicles, stroll along the river walk, ride the carousal, rent a bike, or enjoy a free concert.
215 Griswold Ave., Northville, MI 48167 Phone: (248) 348-1845 www.millracenorthville.orgThis Victorian era village consists of nine historic structures relocated by volunteers on the banks of the Rouge River. This park like setting is nestled adjacent to a historic mill converted by Henry Ford into his first village industry plant with an operating water wheel.
2. Automotive Hall of Fame 12. Old Mill Museum
7. Michigan Firehouse Museum
3. Detroit Historical Museum
13. Plymouth Historical Museum
8. Michigan Historical Museum
4. Edsel & Eleanor Ford House9. Model T Automotive Heritage Complex
5. Gilmore Car Museum 10. Nankin Mills
6. GM World
11. Northville Mill Race Village
MotorCities is a non-profit organizationaffiliated with the National Park Service
Explore & Enjoy!
MOTORCiTiEs PAssPORT sTAMP PROGRAM
(photo credit: DNRE photo David Kenyon)ExplorE the sites that put the world on wheels!
A National Historic Landmark461 Piquette Ave., Detroit, MI 48202 Phone: (313) 872-8759 www.tplex.orgCome walk in the same footsteps of Henry Ford in his first factory built for the Ford Motor Company. The birthplace of the Model T, the most significant automobile of the 20th century.
1221 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503Phone: (810) 237-3450 www.sloanmuseum.comHistoric automobiles, hands-on science, and regional history are major features of the Sloan Museum. Be sure to visit the Hometown Gallery, the Buick Automotive Gallery, the Flint Gallery, and the American Dream exhibit.
1. Alfred P. sloan Museum
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A National Historic Landmark20900 Oakwood Blvd.Dearborn, MI 48124 Phone: (313) 982-6001 www.thehenryford.orgThis world renowned site is knownfor bringing the American historical experience to life. While there visit Greenfield Village and watch a F150 truck being built at the Ford Rouge Factory Tour.
A National Historic Landmark4901 Evergreen Rd.Dearborn, MI 48128 www.henryfordestate.orgThe home of Henry and Clara Ford is currently closed to the public due to renovations. Please visit the website for current updates.
13220 M-50, Brooklyn, MI 49230 Phone: (517) 467-4401 www.michigan.govGet a glimpse of life in Michigan as you explore this early stagecoach stop. From the story of Sylvester and Lucy Walker (the tavern’s original owners) to the Indian burial grounds, this sleepy little crossroads has 160 years of adventures just waiting to be shared.
One Chrysler Dr.Auburn Hills, MI 48326 Phone: (248) 944-0001 www.wpchryslermuseum.orgImmerse yourself in auto evolution containing three floors of 65+ antique, custom and concept vehicles that are interspersed with interactive displays and historical exhibits showcasing the automaker’s story.
47884 D St., Willow Run Airport Belleville, MI 48112 Phone: (734) 483-4030 www.yankeeairmuseum.orgLearn about the innovative ways inwhich Detroit became the ”Arsenal of Democracy” during WWII. Relive the “Rosie the Riveter” story as she assembled B24 bombers in an amazing rate of one per hour.
100 E. Cross St., Ypsilanti, MI 48198 Phone: (734) 482-5200 www.ypsiautoheritage.orgCome experience the world’s last Hudson Dealership. Ypsilanti was a hub of auto production including the home of Apex Motor Company, Kaiser Frazers, and Corvair. Be sure not to miss the famous Hudson Hornet racecar.
16. The Henry Ford
17. The Henry Ford Estate- Fair Lane
18. Walker Tavern
19. Walter P. Chrysler Museum 20. Yankee Air Museum 21. Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Museum
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Chequamegon NF
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Seney NWR
Huron NWR
Sleeping Bear DunesNational Lakeshore
Pictured RocksNational Lakeshore
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Tinley Park Lansing
Clinton
Oak ForestOrland Park
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Woodridge Burbank Michigan City
Goshen
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1265 E. Michigan AvenueSaline, MI 48176Phone: (734) 944-0442 www.salinehistory.orgFrom the days of dinosaurs to racecars, this early American farmstead served as a resting spot along US-12. Be sure not to miss Ford Motor’s village industry plant (Weller’s) and neighboring one room schoolhouse.
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240 Museum Dr., Lansing, MI 48933 Phone: (517) 372-0529 www.reoldsmuseum.orgExplore the influence of Oldsmobilefrom the very first prototype to today’s streamlined automobiles. Let exciting exhibits, like a vintage filling station, take you back in time. Discover Lansing’s rich transportation history including REO Motor Car Company, old-time bicycles and aviation endeavors.
